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Billy Joel Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Billy Joel has created numerous classic hits, including Piano Man, Just the Way You Are, Uptown Girl, The Stranger, and Honesty.

He gained popularity with his catchy melodies and sophisticated adult contemporary sound.

Here, we’ve listed his popular songs in a ranking format based on the number of plays.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or just getting to know Billy Joel, be sure to check it out.

Billy Joel Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (51–60)

Why Should I WorryBilly Joel51rank/position

Why Should I Worry KARAOKE – Disney’s Oliver and Company
Why Should I WorryBilly Joel

This song is from the movie Oliver and Company.

It’s sung by Billy Joel.

With a voice that perfectly suits the carefree dog he played, Billy Joel delivers an outstanding performance as a voice actor.

He’s been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and he continues to perform, bringing enjoyable music to many listeners.

ZanzibarBilly Joel52rank/position

Billy Joel – Zanzibar (Audio)
ZanzibarBilly Joel

Billy Joel’s sixth album, 52nd Street, was released in 1978.

“Zanzibar,” included on that album, expresses his love for his favorite sports.

The lyrics reference Pete Rose, who set remarkable records, and while they seem to praise him, the song is in fact an ode to the Yankees—making it irresistible for fans of the majors.

StrangerBilly Joel53rank/position

A song I want to listen to during a study break while sipping a warm cup of coffee.

It calms me down, and with coffee’s awakening effect, it makes me feel like I can breeze through the next problems—one of Billy Joel’s signature tracks.

Be sure to have the coffee black.

My LifeBilly Joel54rank/position

This is a hit song by singer-songwriter Billy Joel, who was active from the 1970s through the ’90s.

He has released many stylish hits with the sophisticated atmosphere of New York as a main theme.

This song reached No.

3 on the U.S.

charts.

Wish Upon a StarBilly Joel55rank/position

When You Wish Upon a Star (with Lyrics) Billy Joel
Wish Upon a StarBilly Joel

Originally titled “When You Wish upon a Star,” it was sung by Jiminy Cricket (Cliff Edwards) as the theme song for the 1940 Disney film Pinocchio and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

In Sweden and Norway, it is a Christmas song about the Star of Bethlehem.