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Born in the Bronx and raised on Long Island, Billy Joel showed prodigious piano talent from age four. Despite a challenging childhood marked by his parents' divorce, he pursued music relentlessly. Joel dropped out of high school to join bands, laying the foundation for his signature blend of rock, pop, and classical influences.Joel's 1973 album 'Piano Man' launched him to fame, with its title track becoming his signature song....