Song meaning of Vienna by Billy Joel

Oh Billy Joel, you sentimental genius, you! Who knew the city of Vienna could become such a metaphor for life? Slow down, you crazy child, because life is not a race to the finish line. You may think you're so smart with all your juvenile ambition but take a step back and ask yourself, why are you so afraid? Where's the fire, what's the hurry about? Chill out before you burn out! But don't get too caught up in your dreams either, because as Billy Joel so eloquently puts it, "only fools are satisfied." Dream on, but don't imagine they'll all come true! Take a break, take the phone off the hook, disappear for a while. It's all right, you can afford to lose a day or two. When will you realize that Vienna, with all its romance and beauty, is waiting for you? Don't kick off before you even get halfway through, my friend. Life is a journey, not a destination - and Vienna is just one stop along the way.