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River of Dreams is the twelfth studio album by American singer-songwriter Billy Joel, released on August 10, 1993. It is known for its introspective and personal nature, with Joel writing all the songs on the album.
The album's title track, "River of Dreams," became one of Joel's biggest hits and was a commercial success. It reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, becoming Joel's only single to achieve this feat. The song's catchy melody and heartfelt lyrics resonated with audiences, and its success helped propel the album to great heights.
"River of Dreams" received positive reviews from critics, who praised Joel's songwriting and emotional depth. The album explores various themes, including love, relationships, and self-reflection. It features a mix of rock, pop, and soul influences, showcasing Joel's versatility as a musician.
On the Billboard 200 chart, "River of Dreams" debuted at number one, making it Joel's first album to achieve this position. It remained in the top spot for three weeks, stayed on the chart for a total of 102 weeks and was ranked as the 15th best-selling album of 1993. The album was certified multi-platinum in the United States, selling over five million copies.
Tracklist
| 1 | No Man's Land | 4:48 |
| 2 | The Great Wall Of China | 5:47 |
| 3 | Blonde Over Blue | 4:55 |
| 4 | A Minor Variation | 5:36 |
| 5 | Shades Of Grey | 4:11 |
| 6 | All About Soul | 6:01 |
| 7 | Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel) | 3:34 |
| 8 | The River Of Dreams | 4:08 |
| 9 | Two Thousand Years | 5:21 |
| 10 | Famous Last Words | 4:54 |