While the song was initially inspired by Joel's relationship with model Elle Macpherson, he finished it with Brinkley in mind after they met in St. Barts. The chemistry on set was real; the pair married two years later in 1985. Cast & Crew
Filming took place during the two hottest days of the year. Brinkley recalled that it was so hot her high heels kept getting stuck in the melting tar. Billy Joel - Uptown Girl (Official Video)
Several versions of the video begin with the mechanics watching the end of Joel's previous music video, "Tell Her About It," on a small portable TV. While the song was initially inspired by Joel's
The video was filmed at a gas station on the corner of Bond Street and Bowery in New York City, located near the famous music venue CBGB. Cast & Crew Filming took place during the