She's Always A Woman
Billy Joel · The Stranger
She can wound with her eyes
And she can ruin your faith with her casual lies
And she only reveals what she wants you to see
She hides like a child
But she's always a woman to me
She can lead you to love
She can take you or leave you
She can ask for the truth
But she'll never believe
And she'll take what you give her as long as it's free
Yeah, she steals like a thief but she's always a woman to me
Oh, she takes care of herself
She can wait if she wants
She's ahead of her time
Oh, and she never gives out
And she never gives in
She just changes her mind
And she'll promise you more
Than the Garden of Eden
Then she'll carelessly cut you
And laugh while you're bleedin'
But she'll bring out the best
And the worst you can be
Blame it all on yourself
Cause she's always a woman to me
Oh, she takes care of herself
She can wait if she wants
She's ahead of her time
Oh, and she never gives out
And she never gives in
She just changes her mind
She is frequently kind
And she's suddenly cruel
But she can do as she pleases
She's nobody's fool
And she can't be convicted
She's earned her degree
And the most she will do
Is throw shadows at you
But she's always a woman to me
She's Always A Woman
Billy Joel's "She's Always A Woman" serves as a poignant centerpiece on his 1977 album *The Stranger*. The track exemplifies Joel's mastery of the piano-driven ballad, blending melancholic introspection with a driving rhythm that captures the complexities of romantic disillusionment. Released during a period where Joel was exploring themes of isolation and the passage of time, the song became a signature piece of his discography. Its enduring appeal lies in its universal narrative, which resonates across generations as a reflection on the inevitable changes within relationships. The recording stands as a testament to Joel's ability to craft emotionally resonant pop-rock anthems that balance personal vulnerability with broad appeal.