LOVED IT!| FIRST TIME HEARING Jim Croce - I GotA Name REACTION

[@danfranks8093]

His name is pronounced (crowchee). He also had a guitar player that played with him named Maury Muehleisen who played most of that lead guitar that you are hearing. Maury was killed along with Jim in and airplane crash on September 20, 1973.

[@timtravasos2742]

Jim Croce is very underrated. Great guitarist, great story telling, great humanitarian.

[@joannevincent2035]

Please never forget Jim's legendary accompanist on guitar, Maury Muehleisen. Maury provides the warmth and technique for Jim's vocals.

[@roncypert8255]

Such a tragic loss of both of those immensely talented artists! Taken from us so young….. I’m certain Jim and Maury would have given us many more years of listening pleasure. Jim’s lyrics and vocals and their guitars blending perfectly spoke to our souls. We are so blessed to have had them and their artistry and the ability to revisit them through their recordings……

[@lionheartroar3104]

And the accompaniment he provided enriched Jim's songs.

[@larryshults4360]

Well said. They were each so equally responsible for every song.

[@CarlosVazquez-k7m]

Yes sir those 2 Guy's Together were something Special I was Overseas when I got the bad news you can imagine how I felt and still feel about it RIP Thanks 👍🙏💯🌟

[@CarlosVazquez-k7m]

Always the same thing we feel empty like when we loss Cass and Denver RIP TO ALL OF THEM Thanks 👍🙏 RESPECT

[@Alewifes_Husband]

Last name pronounced CRO-chee. Italian. This and Operator are by far my two favorite songs of his. Joanne Vincent below is right about the overlooked contribution of his accompanying guitarist -- textures and counter-melodies. Beautiful.

[@angelmatos9143]

One of the most beautiful songs ever.

[@FaithandPurpose828]

🎯...My favorite from Jim Croce.

[@Po1itica11yNcorrect]

I've always liked Jim Croce since the first time I heard him in the 70's. While researching him recently, I learned that the day he and Maury died in the plane crash was on my 7th birthday.

[@lisarainbow9703]

"Photographs and Memories" is another beautiful song by Jim Croce..

[@willdwyer6782]

In addition to a song title, that's also the title of his greatest hits album.

[@mimomof2]

My mom's favorite album. 😊

[@raymondohlsen5054]

I've always loved the lyric "If it gets me nowhere, I'll go there proud"

[@marybaillie8907]

This song was released posthumously, 1 day after Jim was killed in a plane crash. It came from the album by the same name released in 1973. Although he didn't write this song he chose to record it for his Dad who had died before Jim's success. Wonderful storyteller, Jim with great vocals and instruments that fit perfectly, made this a very memorable tune. Great reaction. Buckets of Maple Syrup love from Canada ❤️❤️ 🇨🇦 🇨🇦

[@quincee3376]

Thanks for that tidbit of info!!

[@willdwyer6782]

Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel gave Jim this song. They're also responsible for Roberta Flack's number one hit Killing Me Softly With His Song as well as the TV show theme songs from Happy Days, Laverne and Shirley, and The Love Boat.

[@cartercarter645]

Y’all Mary and Will. Preeesh on the insight - Thx!!

[@rw6778]

For some reason, I always felt that "A Long Time Ago" was a sequel to this, even though it came earlier.

[@chrisakarazor9612]

I remember the lady at the record store telling me that he died that day or the day after. I hadn't heard it.

[@timothygavin7741]

Guitarist in the solo was Maurice T. Muehleisen who died with Jim.

[@gkiferonhs]

Another great story teller is Harry Chapin. His songs "Cat's Cradle" or "Taxi" are good examples.

[@LiberalsArePoop]

Cat's In The Cradle. I was sure they already reacted to it.

[@Woodchuck1965]

Taxi is always overshadowed by Cats in the Cradle.

[@donnakubiski5572]

@@Woodchuck1965 I agree. I'm not a big fan of "Cat's In The Cradle", but I love "Taxi".

[@willdwyer6782]

@@LiberalsArePoop Harry's wife wrote the lyrics for Cat's in the Cradle. Their son Joshua looks just like him and their daughter Jennifer is a jazz vocalist. Mary Chapin Carpenter and Harry are fifth cousins, and she's distantly related by marriage to Richard and Karen Carpenter. We lost Harry in a car crash about 6 months or so after John Lennon was killed.

[@greglegakis4177]

Flowers Are Red by Harry is a great one too. Great message. If you don't know it, check it out.

[@Quietventurer]

“I know I could share it if you want me to. If you’re goin’ my way, I’ll go with you.” That line!

[@BlackAnthonyKaye1]

"Like the fool I am and I'll always be, I've got a dream" Such a great lyric

[@kathleenhickman5240]

He's my life.

[@queenbeedat8726]

He's got the kind of voice that feels like home. Just beautiful. Taken too soon.

[@byrnez2755]

First time I heard this song, was on the movie Django. Then I had to by some Jim Croce on vinyl. He sounds amazing on vinyl.

[@FlamesCagney]

"Rolin' ahead so life don't pass me by". gotta love it.

[@nanner3200]

"Find a weird person" Points to Jay. I actually LOL'd at his reaction to that move. Jim has always been a favorite. Someone you kind of forget until you are reminded how good he was. Thank you for the reminder.

[@tiantuatara]

There was something magical about Jim Croce.

[@Squidlybooga]

Oh....and Rapid Roy the Stock Car Boy is another good funny tune he wrote

[@paulcwalina7910]

Another great song from Jim CRO-chee. :) When you're ready to get back to his fun side, try "Working at the Car Wash Blues"

[@deankh55]

Working at the car wash blues, was another fun song of his

[@TheDailyRipple]

I think I can honestly say that I grew up in the best decades of music.

[@analisesantos1571]

YES we sure did!!! I just turned 60 and I am so beyond grateful to have grown up during the best time in music of all time. RIP Jim Croce. #Gonewaytoosoon

[@TBirum1]

I was born in 1972 so I remember hearing (at a young age) the music of the 1970’s *BUT* My mom and dad (especially my mom) Loved music of the 1960’s and 1970’s so I grew up listening to Janice Joplin The Doors The Beatles Lynyrd Skynyrd Led Zeppelin But also “The BeeGees” Kiss AC/DC Then of course The 1980’s!!!

[@alexperdomo3799]

I agree with you, everything changed from the 2000s onwards, today they don't care about making good music, they only care about making money.

[@wpollock1]

"Working at the Car Wash Blues" or "Roller Derby Queen" are two very humorous story songs.

[@BethCypret-d4y]

This takes me back to the 70's when my late husband and I were first dating. Heard Croce's music everywhere. May he rest in peace.

[@sixfoursoul2538]

Why is nobody talking about that heavenly James Jameson like bass line that heavenly commands this entire song?!

[@Cynthia...]

I love all of Jim Croce's music. He was so amazing.

[@sheilameyers152]

He was awesome…his music hit us high schoolers like a brick! We loved it and sang it constantly! “Leroy Brown” we loved and laughed for days! Never forget that period of time when his songs were hits!

[@Whitebrowpriest]

Hello Jay and Amber! "Mama Used To Say", by Junior (1981) "Just an Illusion", by Imagination (1983) "Atomic Dog", by George Clinton (1982) "Erotic City", by Prince (1984)

[@annpriddy7941]

Maurice T. Muehleisen (January 14, 1949 - September 20, 1973) was an American musician, songwriter, and artist best known for his studio work, live accompaniment, and impact on the music of Jim Croce. He died in the same plane crash that killed Croce.

[@dawnhall2400]

I did not that! 😢❤ Thank you 🙏

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Jim Croce "Photographs & Memories",, "Lovers Cross",, "Working At The Car Wash Blues",, "New Yorks Not My Home" & "Rapid Roy"

[@randytorres8211]

This was the theme song for the 1973 movie The Last American Hero, starring Jeff Bridges as a stock car racer. The movie is based on the true story of the stock car driver Junior Johnson. >> This is a rare song that Croce recorded but did not write. Ingrid Croce, who was married to Jim from 1966 until his death in 1973, told Songfacts: "It was written by Norman Gimbel and Charles Fox. And they were wonderful guys, really nice people. Jim had been selected to sing this song for this particular movie. He really enjoyed this opportunity, because he went into the recording studio and it was a little awkward for him not to hold his guitar - his guitar is kind of like a bar for the bartender, having that prop between him and the audience was just a real security, it made him feel very comfortable. So putting down the guitar to sing, just to sing the song in the studio, was a very unusual thing for Jim, and he thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a brand new start for him in some ways, to use his vocals in a different way. I think it's one of the most powerful songs he does on that album for sure. I loved it." Explaining how this song was a good fit for her husband, Ingrid says: "More people think he wrote that song. His voice was so unique... the timbre in his tone and his warmth and his generosity, everything came through that voice. So when he took a song, he'd make it his own, and I think he did a great job with 'I've Got A Name.' So many people like to think of Jim with that song that I hate to tell them it isn't his." This was the last song Croce played before his death. He performed it as an encore at show in Natchitoches, Louisiana at Northwestern College. The crowd was small, as many folks stayed home to watch the Billie Jean King vs. Bobby Riggs "Battle of the Sexes" tennis match that night. Croce's plane, taking off in the dark after the concert, clipped a tree and crashed, killing all six people on board. (Songfacts.com)

[@jackcade68]

Great info! Thanks!

[@marymiller4494]

Thanks! Great backstory on a great song! The weird thing about this is I literally just watched this movie for the first time this afternoon and never knew that story of how the song came to be or the story of Junior Johnson either.

[@SherriLyle80s]

I would have skipped that game and went to his concert. Smh

[@richstrobel]

Thanks for the info. When I hear it I think of the movie Invincible which opened with this song.

[@NORTHSTAR1111111]

I am from Natchitoches,Louisiana ! Furthermore,I remember the night when it happened ! I was only ten years old when it happened ! It was a terrible Thunder Storm that night and a Tornado Watch ! 😢

[@bobkessler937]

As I have said before, he's the "workin' man's" musician. He was "real," and he left us much too soon.

[@thomasgill2358]

Jim Croce was fantastic. A superb talent gone too soon. Two of his lesser known songs but my favorites are "Lovers Cross" and "Roller Derby Queen". So many fun and serious songs from one guy.

[@foreveralone11w]

Lovers cross is one of my absolute favorites ❤

[@SaxyLament]

"Roller Derby Queen" is a fun one.

[@richremaly8418]

Don't forget about Rocket Roy the stock car boy.

[@foreveralone11w]

@@richremaly8418 he always has an extra pack of cigarettes rolled up in his t-shirt sleeve 🤷🏻‍♀️ Lol

[@richremaly8418]

@@foreveralone11w thank you so much. I couldn't remember the proper way it was in the song. I had a brain fart.

[@riverlove6820]

"I have to say I love you in a song" is his best. IMHO. Please try it next. He left us beautiful and fun songs. He has a name- the authentic legend -Jim Croce -thanks for enjoying this.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber you'll love his "I'll Have To Say I Love You In Song" and "Workin At Car Wash Blues"!!! On "I've Got A Name", the songwriters are Charles Fox and Norman Gimbel. edit- Joni Mitchell's "Both Sides, Now" and "Free Man In Paris" are classics!!!!

[@willdwyer6782]

It's a shame Judy Collins had more success with Both Sides Now. Joni wrote it and put more emotion into her vocal performance than Judy did.

[@willdwyer6782]

Fox and Gimbel wrote Killing Me Softly With His Song, Roberta Flack's chart topper that made it to number one for five non-consecutive weeks in February and March 1973. They also wrote TV themes for Happy Days, Laverne and Shirley, Joanie Loves Chachi, The Love Boat, ABC's Wide World of Sports, and Monday Night Football.

[@MaineManDezzo]

Question, have you seen a video of theirs where they disliked a song? Just asking?

[@kenwojczynski788]

I've always been a fan of Neil Diamonds rendition of "Both Sides Now". Adding a little blued soul to an already beautiful song.

[@patriciadewitt3427]

Workin' at the Car Wash Blues is a great one.

[@DerekDominoes]

Much of the guitar playing you like was by Jim's musical partner Maury Muehleisen. Try to catch a live version of Jim Croce and you'll see Maury playing by his side. Oh and Croce is pronounced "crow'-chee" not "crow-shay'."

[@lynnerapping7725]

Love, love, love Jim Croche! What a great loss for the world!!

[@nathans3241]

When I found out Jim Croce died in a plane crash, I and so many other people were sad and hurt by it. Jim Croce was a genius storyteller who was so young and had so many other songs to share with us. From what I understand, people felt the same way when Buddy Holly died. To this day I sometimes wonder about the great songs we missed out on. I remember watching the news where on one channel they honored Jim Croce by showing his performance of 'Bad, Bad Leroy Brown' in its entirety. He was a hard-working artist who wanted to spend more time with his wife and young son.

[@buck546]

Hard to believe it was 1973 when I first heard Jim. I bought his eight track tape and sang along while driving. My Dad loved Jim and his music. Oh, how fast time goes, fifty one years gone in a flash!

[@kgeames5706]

Jim’s “ I’ll have to say I love in a song” is a good one.Joni Mitchell’s “ Yellow Taxi” and “ Free Man in Paris” are great.❤️

[@362chop]

"I'll Have to say I Love You in a Song" so good

[@han36solo]

I absolutely love how you (Amber) listen so closely and appreciate the lyrics of all these great songs!

[@janiceduke1205]

Explaining how this song was a good fit for her husband, Ingrid says: "More people think he wrote that song. His voice was so unique... the timbre in his tone and his warmth and his generosity, everything came through that voice. So when he took a song, he'd make it his own, and I think he did a great job with 'I've Got A Name.' So many people like to think of Jim with that song that I hate to tell them it isn't his."

[@justme4998]

i didnt know that...thanks for pointing that out. i thought he wrote it. it doesnt matter...if anyone did it better then jim croce then what is HIS name?

[@jamiepasquariello2652]

@@justme4998 nobody, it's bullshit

[@jamiepasquariello2652]

Jim Croce absolutely wrote this song

[@jamesanderson5268]

@@jamiepasquariello2652 Look it up.. Songwriters Charles Fox, Norman Gimbel

[@stevep2430]

Norman Gimbel and Charles Fox.

[@kevinice2841]

I think this song illustrates why he was the best of the ‘70s singer-songwriters. Timeless classic.

[@martinmosteller5813]

His son, A.J. Croce is a singer and songwriter as well. While he plays some of his father’s music, he has crafted his own identity too.

[@williamsomers1536]

So much of this was so thematic back in the early 70's when it came out in my high school years. "I've got a name" I'm not a nobody - I AM someone. "I've got a song" I have a life with something to offer the world. "Moving me down the highway" Highways as an allegory of moving ahead in life was a big theme at the time. "I'm gonna go there free" Ain't nobody gonna hold me back against my will. Sharing a dream and doing life together is still a theme today. Loved so many Croce songs since the first time I heard them 50 years ago, still do today.

[@joelilley6603]

Finally!!! My favorite Jim Croce song. I know he didn't write it, and initially didn't want to record it because of that, but I'm so glad he did record it. I love Time in a Bottle, but the tempo of this song along with the melody really grabbed me. 💖

[@SusanMarie3]

My favorite also! Such a beautiful song ❤

[@BillO964]

My favorite Jim Croce tune. amber hit the nail on its head..message…play yourself.

[@WhitWhitman]

Love him!

[@a2zme]

'Rapid Roy' that stock car boy, he too much to believe .. you know he's always got an extra pack of cigarettes rolled up in his t-shirt sleeve. That's another fun story-song by Croce .. check it out :)

[@bergiefbaby]

"They can change their minds, but they can't change me". I've always loved this song. When it came on during Django Unchained I got chills, because its all about living your dreams and being true to yourself.

[@melribbonboo3378]

My Fav line in the song, but that song sung by Jim gets the meaning across.

[@sassymess7111]

Mine too

[@JNJ1983]

The irony of this song is that it was his biggest hit, but the only song he did not write. Still a masterpiece, like all his recordings. I just LOVE all his songs. They pull you in! RIP Mr. Croce, you are missed and mourned. I hope you are enjoying the heavenly band of which you are now a part.

[@kevinlundgren1169]

Another good one by Jim Croce is RAPID ROY THAT STOCK CAR BOY !!

[@chrispeek8412]

This song is one reason why I think music of the 70s is the best. I can only speak for the music I remember hearing on the radio. And that goes back to the early 70s.

[@debihuffman7650]

"Time In A Bottle"

[@sylvesterquast9906]

One of the best and beautiful songs of the 70"s

[@axltyler]

This was a song written by the songwriting team that gave the world the theme song to Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, and Joanie Loves Chachi: Norman Gimble & Charles Fox. I loved how the song resolves at the end with the descending line cliche chord progression, and Amber picked up on it! Also, Jim Croce's last name is pronounced CROW-CHEE!

[@willdwyer6782]

Jim's name is italian. Jay is actually pronouncing it correctly. It would be spelled Croci if it was actually pronounced the way most Americans butcher it.

[@willdwyer6782]

Fox and Gimbel also wrote the theme song for The Love Boat and Roberta Flack's number one hit Killing Me Softly With His Song.

[@Kim-dm4yb]

@@willdwyer6782 his name was always pronounced CROW CHEE as far back as I remember. It might be the Italian pronunciation as you say, but I remember it here in the US as crow chee. Its probably been pronounced both ways so not sure which is correct at this point but you can even watch videos of his name being announced & it is pronounced CROW CHEE, even by other musicians as well.

[@JoeMama410]

@@Kim-dm4ybI’ve always heard it as CRO-chee, but I’ve seen video of him saying it and he says “cro-CHAY.”

[@barbarahouston634]

Thank you! Every time I hear Jim Cro-SHAY, I grind my teeth ... then remind myself that this couple is learning close to a century of diverse music in no time, They are unutterably amazing!

[@richwelling3409]

Two more story- type songs of his are "Rapid Roy (That Stock Car Boy)" and "Roller Derby Queen." Both are a little light- hearted, too.

[@liellen1997]

Hey!! Hope you guys are having a great night!! This is such a beautiful song…….🎵 Thanks y’all!! ✌️💜

[@vincentdonofrio4285]

Jim Croce was a true original, back in 1973 when I first heard his music, I was captivated and then to learn of his death merely weeks after I first heard his music, it was CRUSHING. Been to his wife's restaurant in San Diego called "Croce's" and always think of those days when I visit San Diego.

[@MetFan37]

Jim's partner, Maury Muhleisen, should NEVER be excluded when talking about the acoustic guitar sound on the records, or in concert. Maury was a guitar prodigy who gave Jim the best backing he could possibly want, as well as providing backing vocals. Theirs was a true partnership, and unfortunately, they died together on that plane crash, much too early, and I'm sure Maury would have one day become a name on his own.

[@Elvis68spec]

Great tune by Jim. I have this Album! A true talent!

[@myownchannel247]

Most of the great guitar playing is actually coming from Maury Muehleisen’s guitar, he would regularly appear on stage with Jim who was focused more on singing and playing chords, they died together in that fateful plane crash, 9/20/73 ✌️btw "Croce" is pronounced crow she

[@surlechapeau]

Maury certainly deserves that recognition.

[@willdwyer6782]

Most Americans butcher the pronunciation of Italian names because the vowel sounds are different. In Italian, the letter E sounds more like A as in apple.

[@darrenadelman770]

They actually met when Croce was hired to back up Muehleisen on a tour for his 1st album, he was very good, but he recognized Croces talent, stepped out of the spotlight and his arrangements along with Croce is when fame came, no one in todays world would do that to make great music, but theirs lives forever.

[@snorelacks7069]

I'm not certain he's playing the guitar in this song. It was written by the same people that gave us the theme song for Happy Days and Laverne and Shirly and Jim Croce sang it for a movie.

[@darrenadelman770]

@@snorelacks7069 He is absolutely on the song, you can check them out on a video from the Midnight Special, it's one of the only songs he plays he didn't write, the writers had just had a hit with "Killing Me Softly", Roberta Flack, it was written for the movie "The Last American Hero" with Jeff Bridges.

[@angieday5183]

gotta see one live so you can seen his buddy Maury Mendelsohn playing guitar with him.

[@markvollmer4021]

Thank you for reacting to this gem! "I Got a Name" speaks more to my life than any other song. A couple of his playful story songs you haven't heard yet are "Roller Derby Queen" and "Workin' at the Car Wash Blues" - you'll both really enjoy them. Back to his more poignant side, 3 more of his beautiful tunes are "Photographs and Memories", "I'll Have to Say I Love You in a Song" and "New York's Not My Home". Any song from him reveals his grounded and honest artistry. As for Joni Mitchell, I highly recommend "The Circle Game" - as parents of a growing family it will really touch you - and "Big Yellow Taxi", a whimsical take on not knowing what you have until it's gone. Counting Crows covered "BYT" in 2002 & had a hit with it, but Joni wrote the song and originally recorded it in 1970. You'll like either version. Love and Happy Trails from Nevada!

[@vandergod]

Joni Mitchell’s “River” is perfect for this time of year…

[@MarkBriggs411]

For the fun side Roller Derby Queen, Working at the Carwash Blues & Rapid Roy the stock car boy. The whole catalog is great, Croce and Taylor were my favs :O

[@jeremiahrose4681]

One of the greatest singer/song writers of all time.

[@joycewinn1960]

Great reaction. Another great song from Jim Croce, pronounced crow chee. You had it right last time you reviewed his music. Don't know if someone told you to pronounce his last name as crochet. Without a doubt, one of the finest singer/songwriters. There were so many from that generation. We lost him way too soon.

[@michelleboyer9506]

Definitely one of the best. His voice is so distinctive. Love his music. ❤

[@garryleblanc4002]

My favourite Jim Croce song is I'll Have To Say I Love You In A Song.....hope you guys check it out next time....👍👍 Peace and love to all from your friendly neighbor from the north... 🙏❤️😎🇨🇦

[@JulieAiken]

I probably say this for every Jim Croce song, but this is his best! It's such an anthem for his life. I'm so glad you love him.

[@vvnavarrewolfvv4218]

You are hearing some of the very best music from the 70s, I was lucky enough to be born in 1959, so I grew up with the greatest music in history.

[@26shedan]

1959-me too. I feel the same way!

[@bkm2797]

Me too, 1955.

[@ddowdell]

I can remember my Grade 3 teacher bringing in his record and having everyone sing his songs. It wasn't until later that I found out why she did it. Such a beautiful voice gone forever.

[@michaelwise7230]

I listened to this guy so much in my teenage years. Sadly he died way too young along with numerous other artists I can think of. But what a gift he's left us.

[@davidabbett7011]

Long, LONG time Jim Croce fan going back to his living years . . . and this was always my favorite of his songs. Thanks for sharing it with your world.

[@patriciapappas4087]

He was so good, and gone too soon.

[@Hoppy71267]

First time i heard Jim, I listened to this tune and it took me one fu**ing second hearing his voice - and he got me. Catchy as hell, smooth as heaven! I Love You

[@Shrykespeare]

it's so sad the Jim died before he could amass a large body of work. You've done many if not all of his biggest hits, including this one, but there are others you can enjoy. "One Less Set of Footsteps", "It Doesn't Have to Be That Way", "Workin' at the Car Wash Blues" (you'll love that one), and "Lover's Cross" are worth checking out.

[@jacktupp4358]

Jim Croce is timeless... This song wells up any man's eyes, jut making his dad proud on his own terms. And that's only one Jim Croce song... he was an all timer before the untimely crash... like a Patsy Cline. One of the all time cut short greats.

[@louieflash7190]

The "Something Special" about his music you both were feeling is what we felt back then. I was very young when I became a fan of his and was discovering music as a kid for the first time. His songs will always be in my heart.💗

[@ineffablemars]

cause it's authentic human emotion

[@SusanMarie3]

My (and my dad’s) favorite Jim Croce song - miss you Dad ❤

[@librarylady13]

Love Jim Croce! Can't go wrong with any of his songs. 💞

[@kathrynslayman3413]

Roller derby queen. Great song. He had a way with words like no other.

[@dustylane2898]

Really like how much you enjoy Jim's music. If you look for some live performances you'll see him always accompanied by Maury Muehleisen. After they met they played together and when Jim got the record contract Maury played with him on all albums and tours. Very fine guitar player. He was also killed in the plane crash on 9/20/73. For a couple other great songs to hit please listen to 'I Have To Say I Love You In a Song' and 'The Hard Way Every Time'. Really enjoy your channel.

[@feminist5641]

Next Jim Croce song to check out is Working at the Carwash Blues

[@Cheryl_Haydon]

You hit a home run with this one, guys. Other upbeat, fun songs by Jim Croce are "Workin' At The Car Wash Blues" and "Rapid Roy (That Stock Car Boy)". Check em out! Really though, you can't go wrong with any song of his you listen to. He's a legendary artist, IMO.

[@mcqueen0195]

Loving all the Jim Croce lately. One of my all time favorites.

[@ken7531077]

Jim was an exceptional talent that was taken way too young. I'd like to think that all these wonderful talents that have passed on are putting on some amazing concerts in Heaven.

[@TSIRKLAND]

Every era, every generation, has its musicians, its music, that speaks to that generation in its own way. Despite what many may say about "kids these days" not having it as good as "we did back in my day," there really is great music from every decade, from every period of time. Music is universal. That being said, the period of the 1960s and 70s was special. Something about that time created musicians in a very simple way, that all had just tremendous heart. I myself was born in 1978. Theoretically, I should be a 1980s/90s kid; that "should" be the music of my formative youth years. But my parents loved to listen to the music of their generation: the 60s and 70s, and I'm grateful to them for that. Peter, Paul, and Mary. Jim Croce. The Carpenters. Joni Mitchell. Cat Stevens. Helen Reddy. Bob Dylan. So, so, SO many, too many to mention. A singer/songwriter with a story to tell, and a guitar to tell it with. I refuse to fall back on "it was a simpler time," because it was NOT a simpler time! Civil rights, war, generational traumas, there was a LOT going on! And the musicians of that era were able to distill all of those things into some of the most beautiful "folk music" ever made. These songs will last for generations and generations, because they just have that spark of divine magic, or whatever ineffable quality it is that make them so timeless and great. Okay, I've waxed poetic enough. Go listen to more Jim Croce. Go listen to more Joni Mitchell, and all of them. Enjoy. Watching folks experience new music and find that same appreciation and love: what a trip. Thanks for having this channel, sharing your music-appreciation journey with all of us.

[@deelouis-scott185]

A funny song of Jim is roller Derby Queen. If you get a chance to see some of the live concerts it's fun to hear him explain these songs. They are based on people he comes in contact with. Jim is Amazing

[@PaintedCavern]

I second that! Great song. 👍

[@willdwyer6782]

Leroy Brown was an old army buddy of Jim's who went AWOL.

[@gypsygirl3255]

Absolutely! Love Roller Derby Queen

[@lionheartroar3104]

Some of the most potent songs are those that hit you like a velvet hammer. Jim Croce was a master of song. Extra note. This song was used as the theme for movie about daredevil stuntman "Evel Knievel" in the 70's.

[@ZERUS1648]

Jim has always been my favorite artist. Glad to see you exposing great artists to the new generation’s. “Rob Squad” needs to place his photo on your wall, he deserves it!👍🏽

[@evangeline3152]

My favorite Jim Croce song! Thanks for letting me listen to it with you.

[@williamthomas7509]

Jim Croce and Harry Chapin two of the greatest storytellers of all time ... both gone way too soon. As others have said Timeless ... Spiritual ... Uplifting ... great to see you enjoying Jim and other artists like this

[@stevendhall81]

Cat Stevens and James Taylor definitely need a mention in that category.

[@michaellynch9550]

This is my favorite song of his. I won’t bother correcting the mispronunciation of his name because I know 87 other people before me did it

[@cindyOkieGirl]

Thank you for listening to this great song! It's my favorite Jim Croce song and I just knew you would love it!! It was in several movies, including Django Unchained and Invincible, both great movies about having a dream.

[@dabearcub]

Great movies...lol

[@donnakubiski5572]

I'm adding my vote for "I'll Have To Say I Love You In A Song". I hear it at work all the time. My #2 favorite after "Operator".

[@THXx1138]

This song has one of the greatest bass lines ever. Love it!

[@easynhonest]

"One Less Set of Footsteps" is an upbeat, happily presented break up song by Jim Croce.

[@kevinhowe6773]

My favorite JC song. He was so genuine. Sad to contemplate what he would have contributed to music had he not died so young.