Jim Croce I Got A Name REACTION

[@DJDOGG31]

“They can change their mind but they won’t change me.” Love it. Song reminds me to be proud of your name and remember where you came from.

[@Yankee666666]

if your going to use quotes you should get the lyrics right. "They can change their mind, but they CANT change me"

[@gingerblair2932]

He's got a dreamy voice!

[@TheKeystoneChannel]

My favorite Jim Croce song!

[@blakeellis7417]

Beautiful song. Just beautiful

[@MikMech]

"Time in a Bottle" was my wedding song. (33 years ago)

[@suem6004]

I remember the day he died. A breaking news bulletin came on the TV. I was so sad. We had played and played his 8track album so much that I felt I knew him. I cannot believe how much he accomplished by age 30! We were so blessed with good music.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

His songs were stories..which touched your heart..he had so many hits that people have forgotten about because of Time in a bottle and Leroy Brown..you could listen and think the guitar driven music is simple but all his work is far from simple. I hope this gets more people into this mans music..very dark day when the world lost this talented man..his voice is like velvet.. oh Jim..your songs touch my heart..thank you Jovaughan for promoting this mans magic..🇬🇧💞✝️🙏👏👏

[@johnharding7650]

Yes! Yes! This was a great one!!!

[@rosem2896]

My brother love Jim Croce🌹♥️

[@otisdylan9532]

This song and "Operator" are my 2 favorite Jim Croce songs. An obvious next choice from him is "You Don't Mess Around with Jim", a song that is similar to "Bad Bad Leroy Brown". Another good song of his that's a less obvious choice is "One Less Set of Footsteps". As far as artists that you haven't reacted to in awhile that you should hear more of, one that's kind of in the same vein as Croce is Carole King, who I think you've only reacted to once, and that was over a year ago. I recommend "I Feel the Earth Move" for your next Carole King song.

[@LillyMarz777]

Love Jim. Taken so young.

[@lorrainehalle2597]

Loved all his songs. He was at the top of his game when he died in a plain crash. I was crushed when I heard it on the news. There has never been any one since, that could write songs like his. I still listen to his songs today

[@jaysonnovelero2933]

Gone too soon but never forgotten.. Jim Croce's music will live on.. "Time In A Bottle, Photographs and Memories, Operstor, and Ill have to Say I Love You In A Song" are my favourite songs of him..

[@gingerblair2932]

You got that strait!

[@omgDavidGlasper]

Perfect, and gorgeous song!

[@lilamuzik3385]

Memories and Photographs is such a great song.

[@savannahday3178]

I've loved this beautiful song for many many years!

[@dagmar.6954]

Another great folk rock singer songwriter who we lost so young. This is the music I grew up with. Unique storyteller & ballad singer. He touches your soul. He had a lot of great hits in his short career. "Photographs & Memories", "Time In A Bottle", "Operator", "Bad Bad Leroy Brown", "You Don't Mess Around With Jim", "Workin' At The Car Wash Blues," "I'll Have To Say I Love You In A Song", "Roller Derby Queen" etc.

[@shaunconnerley4345]

Makes me smile 2 hear this young generation listening to music that I have listened to all my life

[@lisadennett4022]

Exactly what I was thinking!

[@jaym4361]

We are blessed

[@ealanmontgomery2304]

This is one of favorite Jim Croce songs. I also LOVE "I'll Have to Say I Love You in a Song".

[@magnificentmuttley154]

Thank You, Jovaughn. Theres nothing better than to see GenZ truly appreciating Jim Croche. The entire Folk Rock/ Soft Rock Era, really. James Taylor, the Kingston Trio, the Highway Men, Pete Seger, Woody Gutherie, Arlo Guthrrie, the list goes on. We the children of the 60s & 70s cherish this music not only because of the uniqueness & beauty of souls such as Jim, but because this music taught us to be determined to maintain a positive attitude. It also taught us that you can make a difference in the world through tasteful, beautiful music Our time as children & 'teenagers we owe to Jim Croche & so many others. We are forever better people because of his influence. And hes another reason many of us HAD TO pick up a guitar & learn. We became musicians because of him, too Wow! It still gives me tears of joy & goosebumps hearing _Ive Got A Name._ Best of Success to you with your channel, Jovaughn. And God Bless You 💜💜

[@pcallas66]

This reaction brought me to tears. I love this song. It's so hard for me to believe that he's been gone as long as he has. Well over 50 years.

[@paularobertsofficial]

This was Jim's very first posthumous hit..spending 17 weeks in the top ten of the BB Top 100. I honestly think, were he alive today, he would be included along with Paul Simon and Bob Dylan as one of the greatest song writers of all time. He was such an extraordinary talent. x #RIPJim

[@cathbee3575]

I was touched when I heard this after he passed. Still makes me cry.

[@paularobertsofficial]

@@cathbee3575 Me too. :-) It's my favorite song of his. His music and his voice stir the soul... and that's a rare and special gift, I think. x

[@ruuuuudiii]

The great thing about Croce, though, is that despite his way too early departure, he's still generally listed as a top ten songwriter of all time. Undoubtedly deserved.

[@clydeb7713]

Jim sang about stuggles,lonliness,happy times and aspects of an everyday peoples life. Just when his popularity was about to explode ,after years of disappointments, his life was taken. He left behind a wife and a young son. R.I.P. Jimbo, your music will live forever!

[@joelilley6603]

This is my favorite Jim Croce song. It was a massive hit and he didn't even want to record it to begin with because he didn't write it. His manager and producers talked him into recording it. 😉 If you have not already done so, please react to Jackson Brown. He's another great singer songwriter with some killer hits like Running On Empty. 👍

[@MysterySp0t]

The smoothest voice and heartfelt sounds of sweet Jimmy Croce. 🥰

[@cartermoretz]

I'll Have to Say I Love You in a Song, is an another great must. He had stayed out too late with the boys, and when he got home , his wife had gone to bed and had the bedroom door locked. So he wrote this song on a sheet of paper and slid it under the door to her.

[@nevaladder]

Truly a great songwriter. He can create lighthearted bar anthems, and then turn around and hit you with something introspective like "I Got A Name" or "The Hard Way Every Time," one of my other favorites.

[@jorgeandrew]

Jim Croce, my idol forever 🎸🙏🕊 Please, "These Dreams" and "Photographs and Memories" 💍💍

[@alisonmontana8895]

There is something about this song, I can't really explain it. It sends me somewhere.

[@topoisomerace]

I have always loved this song. Thanks for giving it a listen.

[@eileenknoblock9626]

I loved listening to Jim Croce when I was a young teen. I remember when he died and I never stopped loving his music. He was also funny.

[@flash1660]

This is a masterpiece

[@turnerdan53]

His song One Less Pair Of Footsteps and Lover's Cross are great. For good fun listen to Working At The Car Wash Blues.

[@gotrhythm1]

I was lucky enough to grow up on Jim Croce and Janice Joplin!

[@bucks614]

W O W

[@footofthecross]

Just be yourself, sing your song, move on down the road; if it gets you nowhere - go there proud.

[@GeoffreyLaureate]

He's so brilliant.

[@ALong-fo5so]

You have more Jim Croce to react to. Lover’s Cross, I Have To Say I Love You In a Song, Photographs n Memories are some his really great songs.

[@gingerblair2932]

"Had to say I love you in a song" is sweet too!

[@ogmike7302]

Jim Croce was pure talent. RIP. Operator is a banger too…

[@lisac9930]

Mr. One Of A Kind Jim Croce!!! I use to listen to him often; luv that man's beautiful music & voice! 👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@lilyraiyne9225]

I have not heard this in a long time. My Dad listened to him.

[@cineaste85]

This and "the Hard Way Everytime" are two of my favorite Croce songs.

[@marthaz]

Nice choice Javon. Love him, love the song, love your always genuine reactions 💞

[@johnwagner4559]

I loved this song when I was a kid!! So peaceful and kinda sad..thanks for a good memory.

[@walterpanovs]

"One Less Set of Footsteps" is one of his hits that you may not have reacted to yet. Another beautiful autobiographical song that isn't well known is "New York's Not My Home" (off of his "You Don't Mess Around with Jim" album).

[@dannycasson1551]

I forgot how great this song is. Wow..

[@TheWynch]

Such a sad day when he died, he had decided to quit and stay home to be with his family, didn't have many shows left. My generation lost so many great musicians, wonder where they would be now ?

[@glenjohnson9302]

Also a great song is "if you could read my mind" by Gordon Lightfoot.

[@pamelabarrera5074]

One of my favorites. Thx for sharing ♥

[@Connie1Fan]

His life was too short. Great Great loss, very sad story

[@coldplaymay]

Nostalgia. He was brilliant.

[@stevedem76]

You should check out Croce's "I'll have to say I love you in a song". This song could melt the coldest heart, to me the greatest love song ever.

[@anthonwest9541]

His songs are tight..both musically and lyrically. Great choice!

[@757optim]

What a gift. RIP Jim.

[@Jillyconjem]

I remember my geography teacher telling my class when he passed. I can’t help but imagine how many more incredible songs he could’ve given us. He really was a gift. 💜

[@dvdknight1]

Jim Croce was an original amazing artist. I agree with your comments, he had such talent. RIP Jim.

[@chaspullen3544]

Yep......🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥✌

[@DonGiggity]

My friends buddy was his roommate in college 😂😂😂Love Jim Croce

[@kimmie215]

Jay, I want to thank you. You’ve helped me and probably so many people through this pandemic. Just tonight I’m lying in here crying….sad. Sad things in my life. I thought to myself…”I’m gonna listen to Jay” 😊. Three songs in and I’m smiling. My mood is lifted. Thank you. peace🙏✌️✌️❤️

[@athayphom3551]

💜💐

[@rmf9522]

Love Jim Croce! Such a great storyteller. I have him on vinyl from way back when I was just a young one. ❤

[@scottyhotty1003]

Song makes me think of my Pops and how I need to be proud of who I am and where I come from!!!

[@damonhines8187]

Great song. Used to do this on the street in Vancouver, '78. A genuinely talented artist, deeply missed. RIP, Jim. Music by Charles Fox, lyrics by Norman Gimbel. I didn't know that. Great song in any case and another winning performance. Gimbel also wrote the lyrics for 'Killing Me Softly', (another surprise) among others.

[@italoblu]

See David Gale’s comment above.

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel also wrote the theme song to the ABC sitcom "Laverne & Shirley" called "Making Our Dreams Come True," by Cyndi Grecco.

[@RayRay-zt7bj]

I got Jim Croce Life and Times on 8 Track tape when I was 13. I still have it. It has long outlived the 8 Track player I had . Little did I know Jim would pass away a few months later and then some of his best music would be released afterward. A true legend, gone too soon.

[@edwardcapobianco2975]

Jayvon, you got the feel and soul where these songs hit you as they are meant to and you recognize a smash right off the bat. I still think of your reactions to ELO ,Teddy Pendergrass and The Stylistics, brother I feel the same thing man! I dig your channel..

[@dalebaker9109]

A talented singer, who only had 30 years on this earth. Great song. It fantastic to hear, how much you appreciate this song Jay.

[@josephcote6120]

One of his story songs, just for fun, is Roller Derby Queen. You'll probably like that one too.

[@jewelstharp3728]

You are absolutely right !! I haven't listen to him in a while and now I want to hear more!!! Excellent musician !!!

[@michaellynch5254]

Yes! My favorite Jim Croce song.

[@gloriaandrea2539]

Awesome song writer and singer, gone too young! Great reaction Jay!❤️

[@danhuyck527]

I'd forgotten how good this was, thanks for reminding me

[@John_Locke_108]

One of my top 3 Croce songs.

[@chriscreekmore210]

Seems like a simple song but actually it's very complex from the tempo changes to the emotion in his voice. He's amazing!

[@lesleywarnock228]

He was incredible, my childhood was hearing him on the radio. I still love his voice & story telling 💜 Just hearing his voice again now brings me back to that time again. Thank you Jay 😊 🖤

[@Pait728]

That bass!

[@bmeggs19]

New Yorks Not My Home is my favorite by Jim but his entire greatest hits album is fire

[@jhawk1912]

It was awesome watching you enjoy this song as much as I always have. This is one of my favorite songs by one of my favorite artists. Keep the great music coming. I really enjoy your reactions.

[@Justdance319]

Love it

[@bucks614]

L E G E N D

[@stephenulmer3781]

When I was a small child in the 70s this song was used in a commercial but i cant remember for what. I always associate it with that ☺

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

This was a great time to be an acoustic guitar player and in high school I had JIm, Janice Ian, John Denver, Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, Bread and the early Eagles to keep me constantly learning new songs. Also, many of these songs were magnets for women which was a plus as well. Sadly, we have lost some of these sing songwriters, and I have lost many of the people that played guitar with me in the parks and beaches around San Diego, but I still have the memories. You could not recreate that now.

[@John_Locke_108]

Off the top of my head I'd recommend Thursday for your next Croce song.

[@angelajakem366]

My favourite Jim Croce song! I used to play this album non stop when I got it!

[@raquelf.1962]

Beautiful song!!

[@conniebowen7585]

Love this song

[@robertreichle1]

This is in my top 20 all-time favorite songs list.

[@danbernethy494]

I absolutely love this song and brings a tear to my eyes! He sorely missed

[@CLRoess]

Yeah I can’t forget hearing this when I was only 13 or 14. Back in 1977 maybe. I was in the Boy Scouts, and they were doing a slide show presentation of photographs projected on a screen to this song. Some kind of year end retrospective for a father / son dinner! More than 45 years ago!! 😲

[@garysteinert8040]

Incredible talent

[@michaelzervos3592]

michael zervos 1 second ago One of our very best song writers.... We really lost a talent way before his time... He has many many deep songs.... Photographs and Memories another great song .

[@Justdance319]

I'm so hooked on your videos I share them with my friends. Hoping they share with there kids! I believe music can span the generations your my proof Always wishing you the best!

[@JayveeTV]

Thank you

[@debbers]

My firstborn son sometimes wouldn't be able to sleep until I put Jim Croce in the 8-track player, the only problem was the 8-track was in the car, so I'd get in the car and drive around playing Jim Croce until my son went to sleep, I didn't mind in any way! Finally I bought some albums by him and was able to listen to those right at home on the record player, so it was the best of both worlds for my son, although I still drove him around sometimes listening to music just for the fun of it and gas was super cheap at this time, we had gas wars going on and I could fill my gas tank for around two dollars at eleven cents a gallon! Now those were the good old days! Wages were around $1.50 an hour back then too, but things were alot cheaper, like cigarettes were fifty cents a pack and sodas were a quarter! I paid ninety dollars a month in rent with everything included! Could you even imagine prices like that?

[@michaellynch5254]

Oh and if you've seen the movie but don't remember this song is in Django unchained.

[@sandrabentley8111]

So beautiful! Just love this man's voice. What a great songwriter, even thpugh he didn't write this I believe. Made my day thank you. I'm going to get his greatest hits now.

[@Bear78420]

I recommend Box #10. It’s a little lesser known but great story

[@dianawilliams2810]

Lovers Cross and New York's Not my Home are beautiful songs by him.

[@glenjohnson9302]

Fabulous song. He has some great stuff.

[@gingerblair2932]

Croce got a name alright!!! I love "you don't mess around with Jim." Like Stevie Nicks he fits a dreamy voice you can dig all day long! I got Him on cd&my favorite "don't mess around with Jim,"& yes a dynamic story teller. Gotta love big Jim!

[@dlpowers3898]

Such a great artist who died way too young. So many hits which keeps him alive in all music lovers' hearts :) thanks for sharing Jayvee :)

[@SunShine-qk4rb]

Fantastic song