Musician Billy Joel shares controversial views about his own documentary
In a surprising turn of events, legendary musician Billy Joel has expressed his discomfort with the documentary 'And So It Goes', which chronicles his life and career. The two-part series, aired on HBO, has received positive feedback from fans, but Joel himself seems to be less than impressed.
According to Joel's daughter, Alexa Ray Joel, the singer is bored by the documentary. She describes him as being humorously self-deprecating, often joking about being a "masochist" in the sense that he doesn't buy into his own hype. Despite the pride she expresses in her father's achievements, Alexa Ray Joel shares that Joel downplays his success.
The documentary is a candid assessment of Joel's life, neither shying away from his flaws nor oversimplifying his story. It delves into his personal struggles, including his battles with depression, alcoholism, and the failures of his first three marriages. Extensive recent interviews and insights from his four wives paint an emotional and complex portrait of Joel beyond his public persona.
This detailed and respectful portrayal, however, seems to be the very reason behind Joel's discomfort. While the documentary has been praised for its depth and emotional honesty, the personal revelations and exploration of vulnerabilities might explain why Joel himself is reportedly not entirely pleased with the portrayal.
Despite this, Alexa Ray Joel maintains that her father is not typically narcissistic or overly introverted. Instead, she describes him as being self-effacing, a true artist according to her, who is deeply introverted.
In a recent interview with Page Six, Alexa Ray Joel revealed that her father found the documentary boring, suggesting that he gets sick of himself. Despite the negative sentiment, the documentary continues to be a fascinating exploration of the life and career of one of the most influential musicians of our time.
The documentary, 'And So It Goes', although praised for its depth and emotional honesty, has reportedly left Billy Joel feeling bored, according to his daughter Alexa Ray Joel. This suggests that the detailed portrayal of the legendary musician's personal struggles, including his battles with depression and alcoholism, might have been more than he wanted to relive. Despite his discomfort, the documentary remains a captivating insight into the life and career of a celebrated US celebrity, influential in the world of entertainment.
