Block Island Sound in Pop Culture
Block Island Sound is mentioned in singer Billy Joel's song Downeaster 'Alexa', about the plight of fishermen off Long Island, New York.
Coordinates: 41°16′N 71°40′W / 41.26°N 71.66°W / 41.26; -71.66
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