Billy Joel - Sometimes A Fantasy (long Single Version) (1980) [CONFIRMED]

: Fifth and final single from the Grammy-winning album Glass Houses .

: Directed by George Gomes, the official video features an alternate vocal track that is different from both the album and the single versions. : Fifth and final single from the Grammy-winning

: For decades, this longer version was difficult to find on CD or digital platforms. It was finally made available digitally on the 2022 compilation 50 Years of the Piano Man . Background & Trivia It was finally made available digitally on the

: The track begins with the sound of Joel dialing a telephone. According to fan research, the touch-tones correspond to the number 516-673-1112 . : Officially released as a single on October 11, 1980

: Officially released as a single on October 11, 1980 .

: The song depicts a man attempting to initiate phone sex with a long-distance partner due to loneliness.