"Uptown Girl" is a song written and performed by the American musician Billy Joel. The lyrics describe a working-class "downtown man" attempting to woo a wealthy "uptown girl". It was released on September 29, 1983, on his ninth studio album An Innocent Man. The 12" EP has the tracks "My Life", "Just the Way You Are" and "It's Still Rock and Roll to Me", whereas some 7" single versions featured "Careless Talk" as a B-side.
Recorded | 1983 |
Genre | Doo wop |
Length | 3:18 |
Label | Columbia |
Writer(s) | Billy Joel |
Producer(s) | Phil Ramone |
About Uptown Girl - Billy Joel
Pop rock, doo wop song from Billy Joel with lyrics describing a working class man from downtown attempting to woo a wealthy "uptown girl."
Achievement of Uptown Girl - Billy Joel
The title character of the accompanying music video was portrayed by Christie Brinkley. Brinkley and Joel would marry two years later.
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Latest information about Uptown Girl - Billy Joel updated on July 28 2021.