Joel said the project, which is being directed by 'Michael' and 'Bohemian Rhapsody' editor John Ottman, doesn't have his music or life rights.

A biopic on Billy Joel's early years titled 'Billy and Me,' told from the viewpoint of his early manager, is on the way from director John Ottman.

A biopic chronicling the early years of Billy Joel is in development. However, a rep for the Piano Man said that Joel has not authorized the project.