Billy Joel is undoubtedly one of the most sensational artists and song writers of the twentieth century. For years, he has captured all ears with his many chart-toppers whose lyrics map out the world around us. From `Piano Man', to `Captain Jack', `We didn't Start the Fire', and `Miami 2017' (Seen the lights go out on Broadway), Billy Joel has said it all; however, one of his greatest hits, `Allentown,' was a song that reached out and emphasized the unfortunate reality that blue-collar workers faced in Allentown, PA not too long ago. The lyrics in the song express themes of disillusionment, boredom, and a sense of loss to all who listen.

Allentown was a big steel producing town throughout most of America's industrial years . These steel mills provided so many jobs to blue-collared workers who were just as dependent on these jobs as the town was on...