Like her supermodel mom, Alexa is a striking beauty.

Like her dad, Alexa is an accomplished singer-songwriter who began her performing career at age 19.

Not surprisingly, music played a huge part in choosing Alexa’s name, as well.

Christie Brinkley, Alexa Ray Joel

But Billy never imagined that his baby name choice would lead to the opportunity of a lifetime.

This was the first of several times Alexa Ray inspired her dad’s art.

How does the grown-up Alexa feel about the poignant number now?

Billy, Alexa Ray Joel posing

“It’s one of her favorite songs,” Billy affirmed.

She, in turn, is equally devoted to both parents.

They’ll never know you, or cherish you, like I do."

Alexa Ray Joel, Christie Brinkley

In response, Brinkley wrote, “Oh Alexa my precious little love, this is so lovely!

I’m so touched by your words.

I love you my sweet sweet songbird.”

We have a feeling the late Ray Charles would have been proud of his namesake as well.