If you tell kids they can't have something, that's what they want

If you tell kids they can't have something, that's what they want

Billy Joel is a legendary musician known for his catchy tunes and relatable lyrics. One of his most famous songs, "Only the Good Die Young," touches on the idea of rebellion and going against the grain. In the song, Joel sings about a young man who is told he can't have the girl he desires because she is too good for him. This only fuels his desire for her even more, as he is determined to prove everyone wrong.

This concept of wanting something even more when told you can't have it is a common theme in many of Billy Joel's songs. In "The Longest Time," Joel sings about longing for a past love and how the memories of that relationship still linger, even though it is over. The idea of not being able to have something only makes the desire for it stronger, as Joel captures the bittersweet feeling of nostalgia and longing.