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Billy Joel performs “Captain Jack” at Shea Stadium

Clip Season Great Performances Season 38 7:17 Premiered 20110306

Watch Billy Joel perform his 1973 anti-drug anthem live at Shea Stadium

Shortly before the demolition of New York City's Shea Stadium in July 2008, superstar Billy Joel electrified audiences with two memorable concerts at the historic arena. Watch him perform the 1973 classic "Captain Jack" in that concert.

Shortly before the demolition of New York City’s Shea Stadium in July 2008, superstar Billy Joel electrified audiences with two memorable concerts at the historic arena. Watch him perform the 1973 classic “Captain Jack” in that concert.

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