Which single by Billy Joel was released first, The Entertainer or Piano Man?
Piano Man (song) "Piano Man" is the first single released by Billy Joel. It was released on November 2, 1973, and has been included on several subsequent albums. Joel's first major hit and his signature song, the song peaked at #25 on the "Billboard" Hot 100 chart in April 1974. In 2016, the Library of Congress selected "Piano Man" for preservation in the National Recording Registry for its "cultural, historic, or artistic significance."
9 to 5 (Dolly Parton song) "9 to 5" is a song written and originally performed by American country music entertainer Dolly Parton for the 1980 comedy film of the same name. In addition to appearing on the film soundtrack, the song was the centerpiece of Parton's "9 to 5 and Odd Jobs" album, released in late 1980. The song was released as a single in November 1980.