Synopsis
Diana Krall performs Billy Joel's "Just the Way You Are" in an intimate concert setting. Seated at the piano, she delivers the song with understated vocals while her jazz ensemble supports her with a restrained, elegant arrangement. The camera moves between close views of Krall, her hands on the keys, the accompanying musicians, and wider shots of the stage. The presentation emphasizes the song's romantic mood and Krall's relaxed command of the performance rather than using a separate narrative or elaborate visual concept.
Factoids & Trivia
- The song is Diana Krall's jazz interpretation of Billy Joel's 1977 composition.
- The performance comes from the concert material associated with *Live in Paris*, released in 2002. The concert was filmed at the Olympia in Paris during performances held from November 29 to December 2, 2001.
- Krall's version was also included on the soundtrack to the 2002 film *The Guru*.
- The recording features Krall on vocals and piano, with her touring ensemble providing the accompaniment.
- "Just the Way You Are" was promoted to smooth-jazz radio in 2002 and became one of Krall's notable contemporary-pop covers.
- The official video was uploaded to Diana Krall's YouTube channel in October 2009, several years after the concert release.