Vampire Weekend Cover Billy Joel Song

According to Rolling Stone, Ezra Koenig and the band performed a faithful version of the song, complete with a stage setup featuring a couple enjoying an Italian dinner, complete with wine and a cozy table scene. This theatrical touch added depth to their cover and paid homage to Joel’s storytelling style.

Crowd-Pleasing Encore Covers

During their encore, Vampire Weekend treated the audience to snippets of fan-requested covers. They included short versions of Steely Dan’s “Dirty Work,” The Clash’s “London Calling,” Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m Goin’ Down,” and Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’.” They also played a brief rendition of another Billy Joel classic, “My Life,” showing their versatility and connection with the crowd.

Billy Joel’s Residency and Future Plans

Vampire Weekend’s tribute comes after Billy Joel’s final show at MSG earlier this summer, which featured Axl Rose as a special guest. Though Joel’s residency at the venue has concluded, he has announced plans for a series of stadium concerts in 2025, where he will co-headline with artists like Sting and Stevie Nicks.