1987 Billy Joel and Ray Charles – Baby Grand (US:#75)
“Baby Grand” is the fourth and final single released off Billy Joel‘s album The Bridge. A duet with Billy Joel and Ray Charles, the song is a ballad dedicated to the baby grand piano, and the relationship it can share with its players. The two originally got together when Charles contacted Joel about the naming of his daughter, Alexa Ray, after Charles. Charles then suggested they create a song together.
Joel originally sang the song in his thick New York accent, but decided to do a Charles impression instead when he noticed Charles was trying to imitate his style. The song was positively received by critics. The single peaked at #75 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and at #3 on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart. The music video features Joel and Charles recording the vocal tracks together.
Album
The Bridge is the tenth studio album by American singer-songwriter Billy Joel, released on July 28, 1986. It was the last studio album produced by Phil Ramone as well as the last to feature Joel’s long-time bassist Doug Stegmeyer and rhythm guitarist Russell Javors. The album yielded several successful singles, including “A Matter of Trust” […]
Musicians
| Bass | Neil Stubenhaus |
| Drums | Vinnie Colaiuta |
| Guitar | Dean Parks |
| Piano | Ray Charles |
| Vocals | Ray Charles |
| Vocals | Billy Joel |
Produced By
Phil Ramone
Songwriters
Billy Joel
Charts
US:#75
UK:# –