Keeping the Faith
Hey music lovers! Today, I want to introduce you to a timeless classic that will surely make you tap your feet and sing along. The song I’m talking about is “Keeping the Faith” by the legendary Billy Joel.
Released in 1983 as part of his album “An Innocent Man,” “Keeping the Faith” is a catchy and upbeat tune that showcases Joel’s incredible songwriting skills and his ability to create melodies that stick with you long after the song ends.
Joel wrote this song during a time when he was reflecting on his own life and the changes he had gone through. It’s a song about staying true to oneself and not losing sight of who you are, even when faced with challenges and setbacks.
The composition of “Keeping the Faith” is a perfect blend of rock and pop, with Joel’s signature piano playing shining through. The infectious chorus and the energetic rhythm make it impossible to resist the urge to dance and sing along.
But what sets this song apart is its relatable lyrics. Joel’s storytelling ability shines through as he takes us on a journey through his own experiences, making us feel like we’re right there with him.
If you’re a fan of Billy Joel, you already know how influential he has been in the music industry. His unique style and ability to connect with his audience have made him one of the most successful and beloved artists of all time.
So, if you haven’t already, I highly recommend giving “Keeping the Faith” a listen. It’s a song that will lift your spirits and remind you to stay true to yourself, no matter what life throws your way.
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So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and give “Keeping the Faith” a listen. I promise you won’t be disappointed!
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🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤
If it seems like I’ve been lost in let’s rememberIf you think I’m feeling older and missing my younger daysOh, then you should have known me much better‘Cause my past is something that never got in my wayOh, noStill I would not be here now if I never had the hungerAnd I’m not ashamed to say the wild boys were my friendsOh, ’cause I never felt the desireTo let music set me on fireAnd then I was saved, yeahThat’s why I’m keeping the faithYeah, yeah, yeah, yeahKeeping the faithWe wore matador bootsOnly Flagg Brothers had them with the Cuban heelIridescent socks with the same color shirtAnd a tight pair of chinosOh, I put on my shark skin jacketYou know the kind with the velvet collarAnd ditty bop shadesOh, yeahI took a fresh pack of LuckiesAnd a mint called Sen-SenMy old man’s Trojans and his Old Spice after shaveOh, combed my hair in a pompadourLike the rest of the Romeos woreA permanent wave, yeahWe were keeping the faithYeah, yeah, yeah, yeahKeeping the faithYou can get just so much from a good thingYou can linger too long in your dreamsSay goodbye to the oldies but goodies‘Cause the good ole days weren’t always goodAnd tomorrow ain’t as bad as it seemsLearned stickball as a formal educationLost a lot of fights but it taught me how to lose okOh, I heard about sex but not enoughI found you could dance and still look tough anywayOh, yes I didI found out a man ain’t just being machoAte an awful lot of late night drive-in foodDrank a lot of take home payI thought I was the Duke of EarlWhen I made it with a red haired girlIn the Chevrolet, oh yeahWe were keeping the faithYeah, yeah, yeah, yeahKeeping the faithYou know the good ole days weren’t always goodAnd tomorrow ain’t as bad as it seemsI told you my reasons for the whole revivalNow I’m going outside to have an ice cold beer in the shadeOh, I’m going to listen to my 45’sAin’t it wonderful to be alive when the rock n’ roll plays, yeahWhen the memory stays, yeahI’m keeping the faithYeah, yeah, yeah, yeahI’m keeping the faithI’m keeping the faithYes I amYou know I’m keeping the faith, oh yes I amYou know I’m keeping the faithOh, you know I amI’m keeping the faith, oh yeah
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