She's Always a Woman - Billy Joel - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"She’s Always a Woman" by Billy Joel was released in April 1978 as the third single from his 1977 breakthrough album The Stranger. Written solely by Billy Joel and produced by Phil Ramone, the song peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 and later re-entered charts in the UK and Ireland decades later following renewed exposure. The lyrics were inspired by Joel’s then-wife, Elizabeth Weber, portraying a complex and assertive woman with both tenderness and strength. Despite its title, the song avoids traditional romantic clichés, instead offering a nuanced view of love and individuality. The arrangement leans on soft piano, subtle acoustic guitar arpeggios, and gentle vocal phrasing that underscores its intimate tone. Billy Joel performs "She’s Always a Woman" with a calm, expressive delivery that complements its folk-pop sensibility. Over time, the song became a staple of his live shows and one of his most recognizable ballads, praised for its emotional honesty and timeless simplicity.