| "Scandinavian Skies" | |
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| Song by Billy Joel | |
| from the album The Nylon Curtain | |
| Released | September 23, 1982 |
| Recorded | Spring 1982 |
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| Genre | Psychedelic pop |
| Length | 6:00 |
| Label | Columbia |
| Songwriter(s) | Billy Joel |
| Producer(s) | Phil Ramone |
"Scandinavian Skies" is a song written by Billy Joel that was first released on his 1982 album The Nylon Curtain. Commentators have noted its Beatle-esque elements and obscure lyrics. Joel has stated that the song was inspired by an experience with heroin. Although not released as a single, it reached #38 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart.