My younger daughter had very troubled teenage years, full of anxiety, depression and self harm. I sent her this song and said it made me think of her and when she listened to it, she just cried. She is now a wonderful, confident, clever and beautiful young woman in her mid 20s but every time I hear this song, it brings the tears. Great cover, many thanks.
I'm not a young man. And last year, I was listening to this song a whole bunch for some reason (I wouldn't have thought of it as my favorite Joel song)-- but I thought a kind of bookend would be to alter the lyrics to fit the same narrator, talking to the same person, but toward the end of the second person's life, and making that second person more reflective of what's happened since that song came out. (I also had the anxiety, depression, and self harm). Perhaps extra poetic that he wrote this about his father. Here. You can be the only person that will ever see this (if that). The phrasing is a bit off, but works if you find it: Hurry up, you lazy child You were kinda ambitious for a little while And we know you're so smart But also know you're really afraid You put out the fire, gained worry and doubt There's a lot less to you since it burned you out So much you won't do and Oh too many hours in the day-ay-ay And now that the truth is told You didn't get what you want But you sure got old You never really kicked off and now your time is almost due I think you realize.. Vienna wasn't for you Hurry up; you've still got time You could be much more than jokes After a bot'le of wine. It's just not that romantic to be borderline for life "A shame", describes the life you lead There's panic and sadness and unmet need You always thought you were wrong And wouldn't stand up for what's right You had no passion, you had no pride There was never any hope of being satisfied Live on, and those debts will all come due Why don't you realize.. Vienna's not for you Hurry up, you lazy child Your phone hasn't rung in a very long while So what? It's not like it bothers you I think you realize... Vienna don't want you And now that the truth is told You didn't get what you want And you got so old You never really kicked off and now your time is almost through-ooh-ooh Now that you realize... Vienna's not for you When did you realize.. Vienna ain't for you?
@@Kauffy901 Hi Kauffy901. I'm so sorry to hear that you suffered similar mental health problems to my daughter and I hope this song, in all its forms, brings you some solace. You obviously have a way with words/lyrics and I feel humbled that you felt you could share this work with me. Take care and all the best.
i’m nearly eighteen and i cry every time i listen to this song because i remember when i was 14 and depressed, anxious and with very bad self harming. now it brings me peace knowing i’m okay and happy❤️
Hi eysebeia, I'm so sorry to hear of the difficulties you had but happy that this song brought you solace and that you are working through the bad times. I was with my daughter a few days ago and she still loves this song. Music can be such a healing factor in all our lives. All the best and take care.
Well, ladies this is one of your absolute best ever. To take a piano song play it on acoustic guitars and also add harmonies, breathes new life into one of my all time favorites. You did Billy Joel proud.
As a massive Billy Joel fan, I am normally really picky about people covering his songs, but that was absolutely beautiful. From the quality of the guitar playing to the vocals and harmonies, I can't fault a single thing. Absolutely stunning! Well done x
Ah man - this is such a great cover of a brilliant song. I used to list to the BJ album a lot when I was a kid and this brought back lots of pleasant memories. Thanks
Call me Vienna because I wait for you every Sunday.😊 When you bestow your lovely singing and playing upon us, you always bring many smiles and lots of inspiration. Thank you, Elle and Toni. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.
You two are just so good at this. Toni is a better guitarist than I ever will be. Elle, your voice is literally a hard counter to the very concept of reverb.
GREAT choice!! Billy himself says it’s in his top 5 favourite Billy Joel songs. Your beautiful singing and playing is only overshadowed by your exquisite musical taste…LOVED IT!❤
Came here because of a silly video about fonts. Stayed because of some brilliant minds and some brilliant music. :) Thanks for sharing your warmth and talents, it inspires me to go make something.
Such a wonderful laid-back song by a couple of wonderful laid-back ladies. Could the melody and harmony have been any better? Nope…can’t imagine how! Easy listening at its best. So calming. Thanks you, ma’ams. More, please…much more.
I was enveloped in the wonderful sound of the guitar, and as I listened to the harmony between the two, for some reason tears fell down my face. (I didn't understand the meaning of the English lyrics though) I was really moved by the wonderful acoustic music.
Love my Billy Joel, this song is a fav. Very cool that you play it on guitar. I play it piano from sheet. It's not a simple song. Good job Toni! You two rock!
wow! this is one of my favorite songs of all time and one I often share at karaoke. this is my first time stumbling upon y’all, and I am enchanted. thanks for your offering!!
It was fun listening to you and to watch those likes climb (and climb again) as you sang "Slow down you crazy child". I'll now turn my attention to the song and your interpretation of it. Thank you very much.
Wow! There you are again presenting this fine art piece of music and craftsmanship 😊. Missed your weekly "Happy Sundays" - coffee-greetings-sessions so much! Welcome back on YOUR STAGE 🎉❤ (early morning in Germany)
My younger daughter had very troubled teenage years, full of anxiety, depression and self harm. I sent her this song and said it made me think of her and when she listened to it, she just cried.
She is now a wonderful, confident, clever and beautiful young woman in her mid 20s but every time I hear this song, it brings the tears.
Great cover, many thanks.
I'm not a young man. And last year, I was listening to this song a whole bunch for some reason (I wouldn't have thought of it as my favorite Joel song)-- but I thought a kind of bookend would be to alter the lyrics to fit the same narrator, talking to the same person, but toward the end of the second person's life, and making that second person more reflective of what's happened since that song came out. (I also had the anxiety, depression, and self harm). Perhaps extra poetic that he wrote this about his father.
Here. You can be the only person that will ever see this (if that). The phrasing is a bit off, but works if you find it:
Hurry up, you lazy child
You were kinda ambitious for a little while
And we know you're so smart
But also know you're really afraid
You put out the fire, gained worry and doubt
There's a lot less to you since it burned you out
So much you won't do and
Oh too many hours in the day-ay-ay
And now that the truth is told
You didn't get what you want
But you sure got old
You never really kicked off and now your time is almost due
I think you realize.. Vienna wasn't for you
Hurry up; you've still got time
You could be much more than jokes
After a bot'le of wine.
It's just not that romantic to be borderline for life
"A shame", describes the life you lead
There's panic and sadness and unmet need
You always thought you were wrong
And wouldn't stand up for what's right
You had no passion, you had no pride
There was never any hope of being satisfied
Live on, and those debts will all come due
Why don't you realize.. Vienna's not for you
Hurry up, you lazy child
Your phone hasn't rung in a very long while
So what? It's not like it bothers you
I think you realize... Vienna don't want you
And now that the truth is told
You didn't get what you want
And you got so old
You never really kicked off and now your time is almost through-ooh-ooh
Now that you realize... Vienna's not for you
When did you realize.. Vienna ain't for you?
@@Kauffy901 Hi Kauffy901.
I'm so sorry to hear that you suffered similar mental health problems to my daughter and I hope this song, in all its forms, brings you some solace.
You obviously have a way with words/lyrics and I feel humbled that you felt you could share this work with me.
Take care and all the best.
i’m nearly eighteen and i cry every time i listen to this song because i remember when i was 14 and depressed, anxious and with very bad self harming. now it brings me peace knowing i’m okay and happy❤️
Hi eysebeia, I'm so sorry to hear of the difficulties you had but happy that this song brought you solace and that you are working through the bad times.
I was with my daughter a few days ago and she still loves this song. Music can be such a healing factor in all our lives.
All the best and take care.
@@Rjhs001 my best wishes for you 🫶🏻
That first harmonized “hmmmm-mmmm”: mind-blowing.
So well done.
Yes. Stunning!
This is one of my favorite songs. Beautiful job.
Thank you for your reaction. It was you who drew my attention to these sublime harmonies.
i subscribed, liked and came straight to the comments, fully based on that harmony.
I’m convinced that Toni has actual magic in those fingers.
Level of difficulty is high on this one.
She's such an underrated guitar player.
Magic fingers of Guitar Lady
Toni is awesome.
I think she has music in those finger so fun to the the effortlessness
You two make me remember the world is not total horror but full of beauty
The guitar playing is like butter. 🤌
I just got old … but got more than I had I imagined. Thanks for the beautiful rendition of one of my favorite songs.
Your “Vienna” earned you a subscription. Well done. Beautiful.
Well, ladies this is one of your absolute best ever.
To take a piano song play it on acoustic guitars and also add harmonies, breathes new life into one of my all time favorites. You did Billy Joel proud.
It’s five in the morning here in Europe, and I’m on the bus to work. This makes my start into the week so much better, thank you! ❤
In Europe. Perhaps in… Vienna? 😊
@@mikelsikel73 About 800km to the Northwest. 😊
Excellent! You folks are just great!
As a massive Billy Joel fan, I am normally really picky about people covering his songs, but that was absolutely beautiful. From the quality of the guitar playing to the vocals and harmonies, I can't fault a single thing. Absolutely stunning! Well done x
Billy Joel is awesome but I love the female voices. Beautiful!
Great to hear your voices (and guitars) together again! Thank you, ladies!
Wow - nailed it!!!!
My all time favorite song and my favorite modern musicians. Lovely.
ha ha ha love the song, love the last words "now you know we can play it" , we already knew 🥰
I love these two. Cool tune. Nice arrangement and well played.
It does my heart good to hear a Sunday song from Elle and Toni. Sundays have been missing you guys. Even better when Elle says “See you next week.”
Amazing performance both of you!!👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️🎤🎤🎸🎸🎶🎶🥰🥰
My new Elle/Toni favorite. NAILED it.
Love the way you nailed that tune ❤also loved the laughs on that outtake❤
youz are good people
thanks for sharing
I have MISSED YOU!!!!! Sundays are perfect with your songs. This one is my generation of nostalgia and I am so glad to see it coming around again!!!
Great job. I miss hearing you every Sunday. Without you I never would have started playing music again.
Only a fool is satisfied😊 i can never get enough of you two❤
Ah man - this is such a great cover of a brilliant song. I used to list to the BJ album a lot when I was a kid and this brought back lots of pleasant memories. Thanks
I agree, it is such a beautiful song.
Simply outstanding! The guitar work is amazing and the harmonies are rich.
Sweet, sweet, sweet! My ears are pleased - my soul is satisfied!
Call me Vienna because I wait for you every Sunday.😊 When you bestow your lovely singing and playing upon us, you always bring many smiles and lots of inspiration. Thank you, Elle and Toni. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.
"The Mick" or is it The Mc? Or The Mac Mc (Scotch/Irish). Hmmmmm ;) Great post brother.
@@stevenlemans9000 Its just The Mick or Mick. Thanks for the good words, Steven.
@@TheMick26 Hey Mick, just funnin' ya, take care.
I'll say it every damn time...I love you guys. I could watch and listen to you two all day. Love watching Elle sing and Toni play.
You two are just so good at this. Toni is a better guitarist than I ever will be. Elle, your voice is literally a hard counter to the very concept of reverb.
Today was a pretty great Sunday, and this performance made it even better ❤❤
Thank you both for making me smile on an otherwise crappy day.
I love, love, love Billy Joel. And thats one of his best. Well done.
How blessed that you would return to our Sundays in the middle of this insomnia-filled night for me. I couldn't wish for better company. Thank you 💛
Simple like clear cool mountain water and, as always, refreshing. Good form, well done.
GREAT choice!! Billy himself says it’s in his top 5 favourite Billy Joel songs. Your beautiful singing and playing is only overshadowed by your exquisite musical taste…LOVED IT!❤
You young ladies are just the best! Both the music and the mirth.
This is one of the most beautiful covers in the history of most beautiful covers ❤
Beautiful, and one of my all time favorite songs! Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful. Billy, I'm sure, has to be impressed. Thank you for this performance. 🤩
Proper way to start the week with a stunning cover. Thank you. Love the outtake.
That’s a long time favorite song of mine. Great job as always.
...and you performed it in a beautiful way.... I love it, it makes my day brighter and happier... thank you 🙏🏻
So wonderful to hear and see you both again! Love this song and how you do it! Love you guys!
Oh! Versión fabulosa! Muchas gracias!!!!! Saludos desde Buenos Aires😊
Oneof my favorites Billy Joel tunes... underated in my opinion.
Loved the harmonies in this : )
Even he’s surprised at how popular a deep cut is after all these years. It’s still in his set list and the crowd always pops when he starts it.
Thank God! You're back!!! It's amazing!!!
Another Tuesday after another Sunday with nothing from Elle and Toni. Crying.
I sure can relate. Every Sunday I’d make my morning coffee, then check on Elle and Toni. I miss them.
Wonderful singing and playing. Thanks for bringing the smiles, I've missed you two :D
I don’t think I ever heard this song before but I love it. At least when you guys do it. Happy Sunday to you.
Came here because of a silly video about fonts. Stayed because of some brilliant minds and some brilliant music. :) Thanks for sharing your warmth and talents, it inspires me to go make something.
This is one of the best covers I have ever heard.
Proper music from two proper musicians. The world is a better place for your presence and talent.
So excite. Happy Sunday ❤
You two great! Loved that ending. Thank you for sharing that. 😊
Such a wonderful laid-back song by a couple of wonderful laid-back ladies. Could the melody and harmony have been any better? Nope…can’t imagine how! Easy listening at its best. So calming. Thanks you, ma’ams. More, please…much more.
I was enveloped in the wonderful sound of the guitar, and as I listened to the harmony between the two, for some reason tears fell down my face.
(I didn't understand the meaning of the English lyrics though)
I was really moved by the wonderful acoustic music.
lovely harmonies on a classic. great guitars. bravo elle and toni ❤
A beautiful cover of this great song by Billy Joel.
Love my Billy Joel, this song is a fav. Very cool that you play it on guitar. I play it piano from sheet. It's not a simple song. Good job Toni! You two rock!
wow! this is one of my favorite songs of all time and one I often share at karaoke. this is my first time stumbling upon y’all, and I am enchanted. thanks for your offering!!
So love your music, thank you Elle and Toni 💕💕💕
Apparently the youtube algorithm brought me hear after listening to Vienna 4,000 times. Good job, I love it! 💚
one of my faves, so glad I found you two 💕
Wow! Absolutely wonder cover. Toni nailed that solo.
Seeing you two play together is always so delightful. Great song choice too!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful gifts of music!!!
One of my favorite songs. That was a beautiful rendition. Thanks for sharing these. I always enjoy them!
One of my absolute favorite songs!
I'm crying... That's what it's all about👏
Amazing! And the outtake was hilarious... thanks for all you do!
It was fun listening to you and to watch those likes climb (and climb again) as you sang "Slow down you crazy child". I'll now turn my attention to the song and your interpretation of it. Thank you very much.
Hope to see you two posting another video here soon--these have been great!
Love this more than original but going to find the album in RUclips while I’m choring! Sounds excellent 👏🏼
You two are amazing! Thank you..
Exquisite cover of one of my favourite Billy Joel songs - thank you both so much for sharing
I have been playing this song on my guitar for 10 days straight, and then this treat!
Synchronicity is a sure sign someone up there loves you!
Peace
Never tried to play Synchronicity 😅, but then I’m not big on the Police 😜
One of my fav Billy Joel tunes, too. ❤ And a cool guitar arrangement - nice work, ladies! 😃😃😃
Thank you for the sunshine you bring to the coldest days.
i ve been waiting so long...but now i am happy again with this wonderfull song by toni and elle Thanx Love you
That is such a beautiful. Billy Joel… one of my all time favorite artists! Wonderful cover cover - Great job!
This is my all time favorite song and you guys do it SO WELLLL
I love it
Wow that was my favorite....... thank you guys
Great take on one of my favorite Billy Joel songs
Wonderful. Love Toni's guitar style and the out-take was a hoot. You ladies represent everything right with the world and humanity. Thanks.
Äußerst bezaubernde Musik. Vielen Dank für diese Produktion.
Wow! There you are again presenting this fine art piece of music and craftsmanship 😊. Missed your weekly "Happy Sundays" - coffee-greetings-sessions so much! Welcome back on YOUR STAGE 🎉❤ (early morning in Germany)
Your talent is undeniable, and enjoyed! Your smiles make the world a better place. Thanks!
Absolutely beautiful. First the teaser harmonies and then BAM. You two are really something special.
what a great tune, i havened heard this in so long. thank you so much...what agreatune...woowooo
We've been waiting. Thanks for being here.
Now, that's talent right there!!!!
Magical - I love that song. You vocals are sweet and the guitars are tight and crisp. Mr. Joel will be very happy with your performance :)
Haven’t heard that song for a few years, lovely song. Thank you ladies 💜
Thanks girls that was just great, really great.
Very nice! I had never heard that song.
Much appreciated!
You two take songs for which I never cared much, and turn them into beautiful, life-affirming gems. Thanks.
I have never heard the original, but this mind blowingly beautiful.
You should really listen to it. The Stranger is one of my top 5 albums of all time.
It is always a pleasure to see, and listen to the best guitar player on RUclips!
Such a cool version, thanks for sharing!