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Billy Joel performs "Captain Jack" 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.
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