Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
Step into the soundscape of "Allentown" by Billy Joel with our exclusive karaoke version. A profound narration of a town grappling with its shifting industrial identity, this track from "The Nylon Curtain" portrays both nostalgia and resilience. Originally released on June 23, 1982, Billy Joel delivers a compelling depiction of American life that resonates even today. Perfect for fans and new listeners alike, this karaoke rendition enables you to channel your inner Billy Joel in the comfort of your own space.
# About The Proper Volume:
The Proper Volume is more than just a karaoke channelΓÇöit's a vibrant karaoke community that sprouted from the lively basement karaoke events hosted by our founders in Columbus, Ohio. This passion project blossomed into a brand committed to producing high-quality, custom karaoke tracks and sharing them freely with the world. Join us as we continue to amplify voices and celebrate the joy of music.
If you have a karaoke request, please subscribe and consider [donating](donate.thepropervolume.com) -- then [email us](mailto:request@thepropervolume.com) or visit request.thepropervolume.com and provide details. Any donation helps and will ensure your request is fulfilled promptly. Thanks for listening and being a part of the Global Karaoke Community!
# Credits:
- Artist: Billy Joel
- Song Title: Allentown
- Album Name: The Nylon Curtain
- Release Date: June 1982
- Writer: Billy Joel
- Label: Columbia Records
- [Original Song](youtu.be/BopLuwJJEkY)
# More Billy Joel Karaoke Tracks:
[More Billy Joel Karaoke Tracks](youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi4IR1atU5KdaEhO_oI5O0_kpSzVoPGiE).
# Disclaimer:
All the videos, songs, images, and graphics used in the video belong to their respective owners and I or this channel does not claim any right over them. This description is not exhaustive and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with legal professionals when dealing with copyright matters.
# Lyrics:
Well we're living here in Allentown
And they're closing all the factories down
Out in Bethlehem they're killing time
Filling out forms
Standing in line
Well our fathers fought the Second World War
Spent their weekends on the Jersey Shore
Met our mothers in the USO
Asked them to dance
Danced with them slow
And we're living here in Allentown
But the restlessness was handed down
And it's getting very hard to stay
Well we're waiting here in Allentown
For the Pennsylvania we never found
For the promises our teachers gave
If we worked hard
If we behaved
So the graduations hang on the wall
But they never really helped us at all
No they never taught us what was real
Iron and coke
And chromium steel
And we're waiting here in Allentown
But they've taken all the coal from the ground
And the union people crawled away
Every child had a pretty good shot
To get at least as far as their old man got
But something happened on the way to that place
They threw an American flag in our face
Well I'm living here in Allentown
And it's hard to keep a good man down
But I won't be getting up today
And it's getting very hard to stay
And we're living here in Allentown
Step into the soundscape of "Allentown" by Billy Joel with our exclusive karaoke version. A profound narration of a town grappling with its shifting industrial identity, this track from "The Nylon Curtain" portrays both nostalgia and resilience. Originally released on June 23, 1982, Billy Joel delivers a compelling depiction of American life that resonates even today. Perfect for fans and new listeners alike, this karaoke rendition enables you to channel your inner Billy Joel in the comfort of your own space.
# About The Proper Volume:
The Proper Volume is more than just a karaoke channelΓÇöit's a vibrant karaoke community that sprouted from the lively basement karaoke events hosted by our founders in Columbus, Ohio. This passion project blossomed into a brand committed to producing high-quality, custom karaoke tracks and sharing them freely with the world. Join us as we continue to amplify voices and celebrate the joy of music.
If you have a karaoke request, please subscribe and consider [donating](donate.thepropervolume.com) -- then [email us](mailto:request@thepropervolume.com) or visit request.thepropervolume.com and provide details. Any donation helps and will ensure your request is fulfilled promptly. Thanks for listening and being a part of the Global Karaoke Community!
# Credits:
- Artist: Billy Joel
- Song Title: Allentown
- Album Name: The Nylon Curtain
- Release Date: June 1982
- Writer: Billy Joel
- Label: Columbia Records
- [Original Song](youtu.be/BopLuwJJEkY)
# More Billy Joel Karaoke Tracks:
[More Billy Joel Karaoke Tracks](youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi4IR1atU5KdaEhO_oI5O0_kpSzVoPGiE).
# Disclaimer:
All the videos, songs, images, and graphics used in the video belong to their respective owners and I or this channel does not claim any right over them. This description is not exhaustive and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with legal professionals when dealing with copyright matters.
# Lyrics:
Well we're living here in Allentown
And they're closing all the factories down
Out in Bethlehem they're killing time
Filling out forms
Standing in line
Well our fathers fought the Second World War
Spent their weekends on the Jersey Shore
Met our mothers in the USO
Asked them to dance
Danced with them slow
And we're living here in Allentown
But the restlessness was handed down
And it's getting very hard to stay
Well we're waiting here in Allentown
For the Pennsylvania we never found
For the promises our teachers gave
If we worked hard
If we behaved
So the graduations hang on the wall
But they never really helped us at all
No they never taught us what was real
Iron and coke
And chromium steel
And we're waiting here in Allentown
But they've taken all the coal from the ground
And the union people crawled away
Every child had a pretty good shot
To get at least as far as their old man got
But something happened on the way to that place
They threw an American flag in our face
Well I'm living here in Allentown
And it's hard to keep a good man down
But I won't be getting up today
And it's getting very hard to stay
And we're living here in Allentown
