Being a famous singer or to have a big recording contract in the music industry, it requires a lot of talent and effort and some good fortune in connecting with the best people. There are a some television programs on that show how many talented musicians and singers are out there and have yet to make it such as American Idol or the X Factor in England. Some of the big stars who have been successful for years are talented singers as well as beautiful pianists such as Elton John, Billy Joel and Alicia Keyes. Several times they are pictured seated on piano bench cushions or a piano bench cushion tickling the ivories while singing a wonderful song. This article will talk about these stars in greater detail.

Elton John has been making music his entire life and made himself a big name in the 1970's as the eccentric musican that sat at the piano in over the top costumes, enormous sunglasses and producing hit after hit from his British studio. His talent even earned him to be knighted by the Queen and often is called Sir Elton now. His passion for helping charities particularly the Aids foundation has raised several million dollars and this charitable part of him led him to become close with the late Princess Diana. He was chosen to sing at her funeral and changed his famous song of "A Candle in the Wind" to suit her. He continues to perform and fundraise for his charities and will go down in history as one of the most influential musicians of our time.

The United States equivalent in talent and success is Billy Joel. He is a native New Yorker whose career also took off in the 1970's producing many top hits to rise him to the top. Similar to Elton John, he is typically seen singing his great songs while sitting and playing on the piano. In fact one of his most popular tunes is named Piano Man. He is one of the most recognized singers of our time and continues to be in the news for his professional talents in addition to his private affairs including his now dissolved marriage to supermodel, Christie Brinkley.

A newer but just as talented singer and pianist is Alicia Keyes. She hit the music scene just a few years ago when Oprah introduced her as an upcoming classically trained pianist with a soulful voice that made her sound more mature for her years. She was soon signed by a top record label following that show and has continued to create great music and plays the piano for many of her songs with her talent. She will probably be the Elton John or The Billy Joel for the younger generation.

Many people that are more mature complain about the void of talent that is successful in the music industry these days but no one will dispute the talent of these three musicians. Their vocals and piano skills are unprecedented and will be remembered long after they are no longer with us.