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Billy Joel’s Record-Breaking 100th Consecutive MSG Residency Performance Filmed for Concert Special
In a remarkable turn of events, Billy Joel’s highly anticipated concert alongside Sting at Petco Park faced uncharacteristically wet April weather. Despite the rain, the renowned piano man has now earned a place among an esteemed group of legendary musicians who have triumphed in open-air San Diego performances while valiantly challenging the elements.
Fortunately, Sting’s superb 83-minute opening set remained untouched by precipitation. The setlist included an electrifying rendition of his funk-infused 1993 hit, “Heavy Cloud No Rain.” Ironically, the song’s lyrics echoed the night’s atmosphere, with lines such as “The clouds won’t go till their work is done / Every morning you’ll hear me pray / If only it would rain today.”
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— Billy Joel (@billyjoel) February 16, 2024
At 9:10 p.m., during “Movin’ Out,” Billy Joel’s second song accompanied by his talented one-woman and seven-man band, the clouds began their relentless downpour. The light but steady rain persisted through the subsequent seven numbers, featuring crowd favorites like “Vienna,” “An Innocent Man,” “Don’t Ask Me Why,” a shortened rendition of the Rolling Stones’ “Start Me Up,” and the lively, finger-snapping “Big Man on Mulberry Street,” which showcased Joel and an umbrella-twirling Sting trading vocal lines.
The fan verdict is in: Billy Joel's 100th residency show at Madison Square Garden is a MUST watch. Tune in to "Billy Joel: The 100th – Live at Madison Square Garden" Sunday, April 14th at 9/8c on CBS #BillyJoelonCBS pic.twitter.com/ZvMYI47HKX
— Billy Joel (@billyjoel) April 6, 2024
Amidst the rainfall, Joel humorously quipped, “Bring your raincoat!” as Sting made his way onto the expansive stage that spanned much of Petco Park’s right and center fields. Despite the challenging conditions, the concert unfolded as a testament to the musicians’ resilience and dedication to delivering a memorable performance.
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