Joel is a former member of the Puerto Rican teen group Explosion. Blessed with charisma, charm and multicultural appeal this performer is refreshingly humble about his success and grateful that hard work, talent and fortune have taken him so far. Joel attended school in Miami during his early years, and feels very comfortable in both English and Spanish. So when he states that his favorite songs are romantic ballads, he is talking about equal preference for singing in either of the two languages.
Joel is a total performer and he is one with his music captivating his audience with a persuasiveness developed from years of training, that can be heard on his hit song Joel became a boni fide superstar in Latin America. When he sang a romantic ballads, the walls seemed to be coming down as thousands of screaming girls gave standing ovations. Joel first revealed a love for the performing arts through school plays and church choir. By age six he had begun to appear in television commercials, becoming comfortable with the camera and maturing in his craft through acting and singing lessons. Though divorced, his parents were always supportive of his ambitions.
The record release "I’ll Hold On" also recorded in Spanish "Mantendre Este Amor" charted #1 in South America. The song was produced, written and mixed by the incredible music producer Mickey Garcia who wrote and produced chart toppers for freestyle acts like "Cynthia" and "Johnny O". Joel a believer in destiny, he vests equal faith in hard work and a positive attitude. "Everything I’ve accomplished is because I’ve been ready for it," say's Joel.
Latin chart topper and music producer Papo Gely (who produced most of the Spanish hits for Menudo) produced and wrote Joel's first Spanish CD with hits like "Cuentame Amor" and the up-tempo rock tune "Muneca Escandalosa". Although his music and concerts also kept him busy, Joel always found time to helping drug-addicted and abused children, he is as passionate about helping others as he is about his work. Joel was always around to help others and at the same time brought a bit of himself and his music to his fans.
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Just the Way You Are
Joel Lyrics
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You never let me down before, mmm-hmm
I don't imagine you're too familiar
And I don't see you anymore
I would not leave you in times of trouble
We never could have come this far
I took the good times, I'll take the bad times
Don't go trying some new fashion
Don't change the color of your hair, mmm-hmm
You always have my unspoken passion
Although I might not seem to care
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard, mmm-hmm
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
I need to know that you will always be
The same old someone that I knew
Oh, what will it take 'til you believe in me
The way that I believe in you?
I said I love you, that's forever
And this I promise from the heart, mmm-hmm
I couldn't love you any better
I love you just the way you are
Wait
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard, mmm-hmm
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
The lyrics to Joel & Amy Davis's song "You Are Better" convey a heartfelt message about accepting someone for who they are, without any desire for them to change or conform to societal expectations. The song starts with the phrase "Don't go changing to try and please me," which emphasizes the importance of authenticity and staying true to oneself. The singer acknowledges that the person they are addressing has never let them down before and expresses their fondness for the person's natural qualities.
The lines "I would not leave you in times of trouble, we never could have come this far" indicate a deep commitment and loyalty in the relationship. The singer is willing to embrace both the good and bad times, further emphasizing their unconditional love for the person just the way they are. They don't desire any superficial changes, whether in fashion or physical appearance, as they have a deep connection that goes beyond outward appearances. The singer values genuine communication and connection, expressing a desire for someone they can simply talk to and be themselves with.
In the chorus, the singer stresses the need for the person to believe in the singer's love, paralleling their own belief in the person they love. The song concludes with a strong affirmation of forever love and an assurance that they couldn't love the person any better than they do now.
Overall, "You Are Better" celebrates acceptance, loyalty, and the beauty of loving someone unconditionally, highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself and being loved for who you are.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't go changing to try and please me
Please don't change yourself just to make me happy
You never let me down before, mmm-hmm
In the past, you have always been reliable and trustworthy
I don't imagine you're too familiar
I don't think you know me very well
And I don't see you anymore
I don't spend time with you like I used to
I would not leave you in times of trouble
I will always be there for you when you need support
We never could have come this far
Our relationship has reached this point because of our commitment to each other
I took the good times, I'll take the bad times
I accept and cherish both the happy and challenging moments we share
I'll take you just the way you are
I love and accept you exactly as you are
Don't go trying some new fashion
Please don't change your style or appearance
Don't change the color of your hair, mmm-hmm
Don't dye your hair a different color
You always have my unspoken passion
I have deep feelings for you that I may not always express
Although I might not seem to care
I might not always show it, but I truly care about you
I don't want clever conversation
I don't desire intellectual or witty discussions
I never want to work that hard, mmm-hmm
I don't want a relationship that requires constant effort and intellectual stimulation
I just want someone that I can talk to
I simply desire a person with whom I can have meaningful conversations
I want you just the way you are
I love and appreciate you as you are, without any changes
I need to know that you will always be
I long to be assured that you will forever remain
The same old someone that I knew
The person I fell in love with, with all their quirks and qualities
Oh, what will it take 'til you believe in me
I wonder what I need to do for you to fully trust and have faith in me
The way that I believe in you?
Just like how I have complete belief and confidence in you
I said I love you, that's forever
My declaration of love is eternal and unwavering
And this I promise from the heart, mmm-hmm
I wholeheartedly commit to this promise
I couldn't love you any better
My love for you is already at its maximum, I couldn't love you more
I love you just the way you are
I adore and cherish you for who you are, without any changes
Wait
Hold on a moment
I don't want clever conversation
I don't desire intellectual or witty discussions
I never want to work that hard, mmm-hmm
I don't want a relationship that requires constant effort and intellectual stimulation
I just want someone that I can talk to
I simply desire a person with whom I can have meaningful conversations
I want you just the way you are
I love and appreciate you as you are, without any changes
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Billy Joel
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@awin9762
Don't go changing to try and please me
You never let me down before, mmm
Don't imagine you're too familiar
And I don't see you anymore
I would not leave you in times of trouble
We never could have come this far, mmm
I took the good times, I'll take the bad times
I'll take you just the way you are
Don't go trying some new fashion
Don't change the color of your hair, mmm
You always have my unspoken passion
Although I might not seem to care
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard, mmm
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
I need to know that you will always be
The same old someone that I knew
Oh, but what will it take till you believe in me
The way that I believe in you?
I said I love you, that's forever
And this I promise from the heart, mmm
I couldn't love you any better
I love you just the way you are, right
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard, mmm
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
@kaydiegouws312
LYRICS :
Don't go changing to try and please me
You never let me down before, mmm
Don't imagine you're too familiar
And I don't see you anymore
I would not leave you in times of trouble
We never could have come this far, mmm
I took the good times, I'll take the bad times
I'll take you just the way you are
Don't go trying some new fashion
Don't change the color of your hair, mmm
You always have my unspoken passion
Although I might not seem to care
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard, mmm
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
I need to know that you will always be
The same old someone that I knew
Oh, but what will it take till you believe in me
The way that I believe in you?
I said I love you, that's forever
And this I promise from the heart, mmm
I couldn't love you any better
I love you just the way you are, right
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard, mmm
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
@user-is2jc3rb4d
Don't go changing to try and please me
You never let me down before
Don't imagine you're too familiar
And I don't see you anymore
I wouldn't leave you in times of trouble
We never could have come this far
I took the good times; I'll take the bad times
I'll take you just the way you are
Don't go trying some new fashion
Don't change the color of your hair
You always have my unspoken passion
Although I might not seem to care
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
I need to know that you will always be
The same old someone that I knew
What will it take till you believe in me
The way that I believe in you?
I said I love you and that's forever
And this I promise from the heart
I could not love you any better
I love you just the way you are
I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are
@geraldinefoster4859
My husband was in hospital and he sent this to me which always bring tears to my eyes. He passed away 4 months later. I always think of him when I hear this song 💙🌈
@benitawinsor7463
So sorry for your loss.
@TonoMA-lb5eh
Yo también pasé por el hospital y en rehabilitación cuando escuché está Maravilla , también lloré pero de felicidad! BILLY ESTÁS CANTÁNDOLE A "DIOS" I LOVE THE SONG!!
@callioud175
His love message forever !!
@dexterjweaver4812
🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
@JessicaLanear
I’m listening to this with my 91 year old patient. I asked him what music did he like and he requested this song. 😍❤️🎼
@michaeljensen8864
How beautiful is that. Heart wrenching.
@russeli1941
I don't envy you for your profession and I wouldn't even think of myself in that field. So thank you for what you do. It takes a very special person indeed🙏
@deutschelehrer69
Aww this is so sweet
@zgazga7545
🥰