Jim Croce - Time In A Bottle | The Story Behind The Song | Top 2000 a gogo

A.J. Croce, the son of Jim Croce, tells the story behind the song 'Time In A Bottle' by his father. A short documentary by Top 2000 a gogo from 2012 (Dutch Public Television).

[@damiansaucedo9951]

The father sang the song for his child whom he never got to spend much time with and in return the child sang the song back to the father whom he never got to spend enough time with. Very deep and touching story.

[@googoo-gjoob]

Cats in the Cradle

[@sandra-jones]

@@googoo-gjoob this doesn't apply to this scenario.

[@tolits18vlog62]

Just this moment I know the sad story of this song is all about. As guitarist also your story Jim is so inspiring which is continued by your son AJ. Now I’m working on the mastery of your song Leroy Brown. Hoping I can fully imitate this during this time of World Quarantine.🙏

[@nsnoesuarez]

Up to now Jim Croce is not inducted in the Rock n Roll Hall of fame, he deserves it for the longest time, instead other mediocre singers are inducted every year.

[@Reyajh]

And we never got to see this song played live by Jim. But now we have this very touching, deeply moving version sung by that very same son! What a gift! Thank you AJ.

[@yana1955]

Many singers have died prematurely but this one gutted me as no other. Jim was a masterclass in song craftsmanship.

[@THE-HammerMan]

Yessir! I recall it was said Jim knew over 700 songs by heart; all the chords and lyrics. A great number of them he wrote himself. Amazing man and missed greatly still. Like Harry Chapin, there's no one who can ever fill the void they left.

[@JustMe-gh7ib]

HIs voice was the voice of my youth in the 70's. So hard then, miss what he could have been had he lived longer!

[@foxbat00]

My wife and I loved this song and sang it together countless times. She has now passed and I cant even hear it without crying..

[@THE-HammerMan]

@@foxbat00 You better be talking tears of joy of her memories, or you're doing her wrong. Every minute you had together was a blessing from GOD to be cherished & thankful for all the times you had. She wouldn't want you crying sadly...do her right and be happy! If it brings memories, dang it, BE HAPPY! [God might not have put you together at all...got it?]

[@foxbat00]

@@THE-HammerMan I tell everyone, do not feel sorry for me because I lost her, be happy for me that I had her. I'm just trying to fill that half of my soul I lost when she was gone. Thank you sir.

[@gezlaschoonraad193]

Your dad would have been proud AJ 👏

[@CarlosCruz-ll5ez]

Man he looks just like his dad!

[@IFY0USEEKAY]

@@CarlosCruz-ll5ez OMG! No kidding, huh!

[@CarlosCruz-ll5ez]

@@IFY0USEEKAY hey keyboard troll no I am not kidding!!!

[@IFY0USEEKAY]

@@CarlosCruz-ll5ez Lol! Yeah, I was agreeing with you, he looks just like his dad. Sounds quite a bit like him as well!

[@ellenw391]

I believe his Dad IS watching & respect, and is very proud!!! Not only did his son do this beautiful song justice, but he spoke with love and respect!

[@gleroyTullySAEHEYKID]

I was named Leroy from the Croce song. I was able to tell AJ when we met at my record shop. A powerful moment for me.

[@ricksharp5749]

Great story

[@karenrogers2826]

SaeHeyKid , is your last name Brown? That’s a great sing along song.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@karenrogers2826 I remember as a very young kid asking my mom what "Baddest man in the whole damned town" meant, and she said, "Oh, he's saying 'Baddest man in the whole downtown'" (trying to shield my young ears from that terrible word! LOL) and for YEARS and YEARS afterward that's what I heard in the lyrics... Still one of the best sing-along-songs ever written: Easy to learn and catchy lyrics (and an interesting story too). A similar song, also from Jim, is "You Don't Mess Around With Jim" which also has an interesting twist at the end.

[@Covid--ts5cw]

I was named Leroy after an alcoholic toothless f**k.

[@unkwm128]

@@karenrogers2826 middle name

[@strangedays871]

His music was poetry. He was up there with Lennon as a songwriter. If he had lived longer there is no telling how many more great songs he would have written.

[@christopherstewart4025]

AGREED

[@brianmcfarland6548]

He was way past Lennon let’s be honest

[@MegazoneMusic23]

I agree with you 100% Can you imagine what awesome songs Jim would have done, had he lived? Hypothetical situation: Which artists from the 70's,80's and 90's Do you think Jim would have collaborated with? I had this Crazy Idea that Jim and Freddie Mercury could have made something work as crazy as that sounds. :)

[@lamper2]

@@brianmcfarland6548 I think it's YOU who needs to be honest!

[@sarahsparkman5153]

I totally agree, His songs & music was poetry, Relaxing & Says what he felt in his heart...

[@kellycranford3592]

Wow, he sounds so much like his dad singing Time in a bottle. Always loved Jim's music and it's so sad that he left us way too soon. I was little when that song came out and I remember it like it was yesterday.

[@jameswilliamjohnson]

The son's voice is often similar to the Dad's.

[@nduncan79]

Absolutely

[@lordmerren9094]

Don't you see what has happened.........He did save time in a bottle!!

[@brianmucha6426]

One of the first couple of records I ever bought 'Time in a Bottle'.(when it had just come out).Jim was real as hell.

[@PrAnG2000]

"Remember, it's the first 60 years that count and I've got 30 to go." I nearly teared up when Ingrid read that out. Bless Jim's soul. 🙏🏾

[@raisa_cherry33]

😢

[@tammyturtle4434]

I’m 61 and have spent years sieving away on my property, now I really feel like I wasted a lot of time and there’s no years left that count 😞

[@sharona1981]

AJ singing the song that his dad wrote about him...so emotional. ❤️

[@honeybuzzard2843]

CHILLS

[@dougpeters1625]

This is why you tube was invented. Incredible.

[@richardyoung9024]

doug peters At least KZbin is good for some things.

[@MissJensk1]

Quite agree

[@RoyMcAvoy]

Videos and stories like this outweighs all the craps in the KZbin.

[@Deira854]

Thanks to Bangladeshi guy for inventing KZbin

[@Bellyflops2]

Anybody old enough to remember this song wish they could put "time in a bottle"

[@jimihendrix991]

Amen....

[@lynnjulian6195]

I wrote the lyrics to this song out and put it in a letter to my fiancé when he was away at school. My mother eventually hid his letters and didn’t let me know he had phoned so we both thought the other didn’t care anymore. He found me through the internet 30 odd years later. We had married other people- good people. So we would e-mail and occasionally talk on the phone about what was happening in our lives. He came down with cancer last year and died January 14, 2021. Valentines Day was the anniversary of our first date. I still love him, always will.

[@MissJensk1]

Certainly do

[@MoosesValley]

Ahh hell, such a sad story. Always loved Jim's songs: Operator is still one of my favorite songs of all time. All the best to you AJ, your day would sure be proud.

[@janedoe-ex5wo]

I second that on Operator. Oooo that song is genius.

[@erichodge567]

"Something in my eyes You know it happens every time I think about a love that I thought would save me..." A perfect marriage of word, music, and emotion.

[@JStarStar00]

It's a sad story but also a good one. Jim Croce used his music to talk to his son years, even decades after he died. I'm sure when he wrote "TIAB," he probably never thought of it as an enduring message to AJ -- he figured he'd have 40-50 more years to do that, he could write him more songs or just tell him face to face. Jim probably thought of "TIAB" as a nice song that could also be taken as a man-woman love song so it could be a big hit on its own (as it was). So it ended up that Jim died and "TIAB" stands as a father's final message to his son. And it turned out to be as good as anything he would have written to him 50 years later.

[@int53185]

I was only 14 when Jim died. I cried my eyes out then and I cried again today as I watched the beautiful story behind this wonderful song and man.

[@brianmucha6426]

Yep. Was about the same age.

[@brianmucha6426]

Not sure if i believed it when it happened. I just couldn't believe someone like that could be gone. Same when John Lennon died. It was hard for me to even process it. Like a light gone out...

[@MissJensk1]

I was 16 when John was killed, I'll never forget it. I can still see the front page of the paper in a shop window

[@gearoiddom]

Beautiful but sad footage. Really cool people.

[@leannemayor5755]

The apple doesn’t fall from the tree. You sound just like him. Well done beautiful music .

[@rubbersoul2841]

But there never seems to be enough time to do the things you want to do once you find them.

[@brookehuver8632]

Jim!He was truly ( one of a Kind) I met him singing in a small Pub in DelcoPa; his song words/lyrics came from his Soul! AJ with your voice&soul your DaD never left Us.God bless U !!,&Thank U....

[@brookehuver8632]

AJ Croce I sent u the u tube response 1 week ago your Dad was (One of a kind singer/ song writer) on my granddaughter I pad , I Am 79 Years Old. Your Dad sang at a Pub (The Riddle Paddock)Delaware cty ,Pa. your Mom&Dad we’re livening in Chester cty when u were born .I am a veteran USArmy. Worked in a sport/Ski Shop & Sold Jim a pair of hiking boots ! he is wearing them on his album cover(The Definitive collection,Time in a bottle 1972 )My daughter lives in SanDeigo. My wife&I would like to say Hello to your Mom & U if possible, and have dinner at her restaurant in California,please let me know if you will be touring in Pa,Nj,orCa.Thanks so much, Jim& Bonnie

[@HeartWorX.Creations]

A lyrical statement that stands TRUE through the test of “time,” it’s so sadly, ironically TRUE!!!

[@richb313]

I had the privilege of speaking for hour with Jim Croce's widow at her club / bar / restaurant in San Diego in the late 90's while in San Diego for Sea Trials of an ROV system we built for the Navy. Such a warm wonderful and welcoming woman sharing so many stories of her life and adventures with Jim and all their friends. All of us that were there that night were blessed by her presence and hospitality. I still think of her every time I hear one of Jim's songs.

[@RC-ku8pr]

AWWW.... WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MEMORY....

[@presidenttrump7470]

Watching Johnny Carson with my wife one night after working the second shift. Carson announced that this was a young man making his national debut ...Jim Croce. He sang "Operator" and when he was finished I turned to my wife and said" wow, that boy is going to be a star." And he truly was. We all miss you Jim...

[@iveyivey1298]

You can see his father in his looks and in his voice. I wish him very much success.

[@mathewblackman2794]

It's 2020 and it still plays to my heart. A.J. has his ad's voice. Beautiful.

[@beerbooksandmovies9639]

This made me cry.

[@sub222marathon]

I was 1 when Jim Croce died, yet to this day his music touches my soul. Something no other musician has ever done. Not even John Lennon. Jim Croce had more talent in his little finger than any act nowadays. He was one of a kind, and he's missed

[@MegazoneMusic23]

I know!!! I was BARELY 2 when Jim Died. I know my dad used to love "Bad bad Leroy Brown"

[@m.a.c.8366]

so true... music/lyrics that touch one deeply are moving and the connection doesn't lessen with time... at all... Jim's music still touches many people to this day... we were blessed to experience him in real time... it was special...TY for posting..

[@holiday-td6hx]

Ingrid's talk about that last letter.....it's always the first things we remember about that soulmate and the last things too. My DH died at 48 yrs old in 2002....17 yrs and 16 days ago. The last thing he said to me was " You know, I've always loved the way you smile, the way you are." He hugged me and within 30 minutes he was DEAD because an ER physician wouldn't believe me about his seizures that were hard to control. Even the coroner said that my DH, my soulmate shouldn't have died that day....... These last 17 yrs have been difficult. I've tried to move on, I can't. When you've been given love like that, you can never replace it, and who would want to?

[@jeannemarie9466]

@holiday 2406 How sad for you. But by this telling your story reaches others of like minded love-stories. My sweet soulmate dies weeks short of five years, now. I miss him more each day, instead of less. I recall the way I knew he was THE ONE when I suggested we needed a song, and he casually told me we had one: ‘Color My World’ by the greatest of all time, Chicago. By that I knew that he was telling me how he felt, as did I. He loved the amazing Terry Kath, who was also taken from us much too soon! Luck and love to all who listen to the very best music of all time. I’ll never stop listening, until I no longer am able! And I wish healed hearts to all who miss THE one, who is irreplaceable!

[@jerrybear6440]

Sorry.......God bless you.....

[@summersojourner]

My condolences... but try to be thankful you had that kind of love, for many of us haven’t found that, yet.

[@thedys70]

sorry to all who posted here for your losses

[@MissJensk1]

I'm so very sorry 😢

[@diannebdee]

My god this story is just so heartbreakingly life affirming. Thank you for this lovely profile. I remember Jim's music as an anthem of sorts to my life. Who can't remember "Bad, Bad, Leroy Brown" and think of Jim, or "Carwash Blues"...... As Dan Fogelberg would say, AJ is a living legacy to the leader of the band. Thank you for such a beautiful story.

[@m.a.c.8366]

so well said... TY

[@nancyannzimmer2937]

K

[@Andrea-xs4ny]

Dianne B. Dee - Fogelberg...another one gone way too soon. He also had a way of weaving stories.

[@iseeyou736]

I loved Jim when i was young. Time in a bottle is one of my all time favorites. So sad when he died. So happy his son is carrying on and doing it so well.

[@trysometenderness7466]

Can you even imagine the quantity of beautiful music we would have today if Jim would have lived?

[@jcstevegigs]

Wow. The letter at the end choked me up. So sad.

[@sillililli01]

Wow, just wow! He's his father's son, not only in looks, but in talent.

[@tcrossfranco]

I was a working guitarist/singer during the time of Jim Croce. I covered all his songs and loved his style. Being Italian-American and a musician, I always felt a strong connection with him. His early death left me numb. All you have to do is play one of his albums...he's here again...good bye jim...I'll be sure to catch one of your concerts when I get to Heaven...t cross

[@jesuse.9395]

Wow. I shed some tears watching this. I feel bad that AJ and Jim couldn’t spend more time together.

[@thedys70]

and that is the real tragedy; sure the world lost Jim in 1973, but AJ lost his dad

[@SummerofKittyLove]

That song gives such a haunting/another life/sentimental/deja vu feel!!

[@gabe_s_videos]

Heavy stuff. I had trouble getting through this one.

[@joannexavier-troxel2052]

never, in my life, have I felt so full of all kinds of emotions, as I did whenever I listen to this song. It definitely makes me really cry sad and happy tears, deep down.

[@thedys70]

It's definitely one of those timeless, lightening in a bottle [no pun intended] songs; poetry to music

[@robis40]

I was devastated when Jim Croce died. I was 13 and my mom told me when I got home from school because she knew how much I loved him and his music. One of my grandfathers also died in 1973, so that was a tough year for me.

[@mitchellmarcus4843]

I didn't know your dad personally but I know your Dad would be so proud of his son.Keep on singing little brother.

[@paxion2022]

Classic song! Just like “ Photograph and Memories “

[@purselmer5931]

Thought when I was 6 that this was the most beautiful song I'd ever heard and decided it would be my favorite. I'm 52 now and it still is both of these things to me.

[@matthewalexander3887]

Your dad would have tears in his eyes over this. We saw him as an old friend, a guy who lived a hard life, but seem to find the humor, and beauty in it all. I don't know what his personal life was like, but you could here the love in his music for those who were trusted to be there.

[@klausledda5903]

so very emotional... but im glad that AJ followed his father's footsteps...

[@playmoreguitar5393]

One of music's greatest tragedies. I was born in the 80s, grew up listening to Jim Croce, because of my dad. Timeless music. He had so much more to give.

[@popeyethesailorman7850]

Saw Jim Croce at six flags over Texas in august of 73, and a month later he died. What a talent, and he he sorely missed

[@josephineroe8424]

OMG I don't think I've heard the word "hootenanny" for something like 40 years.

[@MissJensk1]

Nooks Holland has a tv show called Hootenanny, goes out every New Year's Eve here in th UK

[@jamescoughlan8193]

Always loved the more acoustic singer song writers , Croce, Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, John Denver, Don McLean, Kris Kristofferson, Tracy Chapman, Paul Simon ,not so much of that kind of music around now or maybe I'm just too old to notice anymore .

[@HeavenlyHouse]

James, check out Fleet Foxes "Helplessness Blues" and Sufjan Stevens "Heirloom".

[@chuckHart70]

Tons of it... just let start with the below and find the acoustic stuff out there.

[@fredfirth3834]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gICcqpptdrp5o68

[@frafrafrafrafra]

Check out Elliott Smith

[@alwyn626]

When you grow up you only want music from your past. I can't listen to today's music. Nothing like yesterday. To much electronic. I like all the guys you mentioned. Acoustic sounds so much better.

[@AGDinCA]

Aww, he sounds so much like his dad. Jim would have been so proud.

[@christypatton6572]

I remember the first time I heard this song. I drove to nurse’s training at Indiana Central College in Indianapolis in 1973. The song came on the radio and even though I was late for class I sat and listened in my car til the end. The announcer said, “That was ‘Time In A Bottle,” by the late Jim Croce ... Wait! What?!! Later I told my husband about it and he knew who Jim Croce was. “I cried and I said to my husband, “I’m grieving for someone I’ve never even met.” That was many years ago now and this song still touches my heart especially since my husband died suddenly at age 53. Thank you for sharing this. Music delves into the lives of us all, I believe. I love you was the last thing my husband said to me as well on the phone. Life is funny

[@davidcbear]

wow he looks just like his dad ,, I miss Jim so much. his songs got me through so much back in the days , i'm 60 now and miss him deeply

[@Revamckillop]

I used to play this on violin in the 80's..... Then i hear his son play it. friggin awesome!!!!!!!!

[@brendadrumm9708]

Memories don't leave like people do so sad

[@james-ww3ot]

So sad, I've always loved Jim and am a huge fan of his songs. He was from pennsylvania as am I so he's a hometown boy. I know he's singing in heaven and I'm glad his son is doing so well.

[@drumdad54sdl47]

Losing Jim Croce was one of the saddest most tragic losses in popular music.. The world needed another 30 or 60 years from him. How very blessed we are to have the gift of his music that he left us.

[@calvinm7705]

Time in a bottle was played at the funeral of a very dear friend and it was an instrumental version which I will always remember forever. Listening to the original version makes it my favourite tunes of all time! Thank you for the wonderful music 🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@Mr.56Goldtop]

So, so sad. The loss of a great rising talent. His little boy has done well for himself.

[@spideraxis]

"Time in a Bottle" is a beautiful song. I loved it way back in '73 and still do.

[@SuperDobieGirl]

AJ, this was so touching. Your parents obviously loved each other so very much. Please enjoy your father's gift to you. Time in a Bottle has always been a favorite of mine.

[@jar8425]

I had a son die young, and the inverse of this - a father who holds his son in his heart when he can't hold his son in his arms... I'm glad AJ is finally singing his father's stuff. It warms my heart.

[@tammymcmaster5193]

What a powerful video. I was lucky enough to be see Jim host the Midnight Special back in June of 73 and remember his humbleness. He was so funny, laidback and kind. I was sitting on the floor probably about 4 rows in and I can remember it like it was yesterday. I can so appreciate Time in a Bottle more now at 62 than I could at 16. RIP Jim, Thank you for the music you left us. ❤️

[@thedys70]

would have been just awesome to be there to see him and Maury go about it

[@fob1xxl]

One of the BEST songs ever written. His rendition is magic. It broke my heart when I heard of your Dad's death. I was a young man of 30. I was a fan. I was a singer/musician. Continue your Dad's legacy. 👍

[@Claytone-Records]

My dad bought me this music in the early 70’s and it is timeless. And his son has a gentler version of the same timbre if that makes sense.

[@cindymichaud7111]

My late husband and I chose "Time In Bottle" as our song, it was played at our wedding and often after the event. I still sing it today, and it means even more now that I understand the rest of the story. Thank you.

[@lillianbradley6964]

For some people it was Lennon or The Dead. For me it was Jim Croce. I remember coming home and telling my Dad. He was the first person I told. He used to listen to Rapid Roy with me. And then I sat down and cried.

[@Baseballmom-1221]

I’ve always loved Jim Croce. So much talent and warmth. He was so talented and gone to soon. So glad to see his son and wife keep his memory and music alive.

[@8656737s]

He was an amazing artist. That letter was heartbreaking 💔

[@gary1961]

'You never know the minute ... ' Boy, is that saying so true in this case. That letter he wrote to her before boarding the plane is just so .... heartbreaking.

[@debraelkins9215]

I love Jim Croce. Grew up on his music. Time in a Bottle. RIP Kobe and Gianna . 👼

[@shyman99]

As a very young child in 1973 I purchased "I Got A Name", which was the third single I purchased by Jim in less than a year. Money was tough to come by and it was rare that I purchased more than one single by the same artist, let alone three. Shortly thereafter, I heard Jim had passed and for the first time in my life I experienced death. I had a tough time dealing with it, but then "Time In A Bottle" was released. It spoke to me and left me in a peaceful state. I still feel the pain of Jim's death as music was an important part of my childhood and his music made such a difference in my life. But the families of those who perished in the plane crash have been in my prayers as they are the ones who truly know pain. God bless them and especially you, AJ, as you have been on my mind for 45 years.

[@geoffjoffy]

We were robbed a chance to listen to many other of his songs-to-be because of his tragic death.

[@mjohnson1741]

Meanwhile Justin Bieber will live to 100😑😏

[@JohnNiemsMusic]

I still remember learning about Jim's plane crash when I was in college and it really saddened me a lot. I played many of his songs when I played coffee houses back in the day! A great songwriter but a better man was he!

[@biancanjax2010]

Something about him and his music, I just love.

[@richardsnodgrass8647]

The 70's where settling down after the 60's. Jim Croce was a big part and a big reason for that. We were all in it together. That's how he made me feel. His songs bring back so many amazing memories for me as a teenager. Tears of joy all because of him. Be blessed. :-)

[@vargo0515]

JIM CROCE WAS A LEGEND !❤😉GOD BLESS!!

[@mrscubydooby]

RIP, Jim Croce, thanks for the many great tunes, and peace and love to your family, friends, and millions of fans.

[@ldylkr]

My favorite Jim Croce song. Still makes me cry. Its hard for me to sing it too.

[@kernriver1967]

Returned from Nam when I heard this song... Brought tears to my soul.. R.I.P.

[@RandyOnTheRadio]

Time In A Bottle has always been my favorite Jim Croce song, and this is a great story to go along with the history of the song. Who on earth, could vote this THUMBS DOWN? Folks with no compassion or taste.

[@martinlong2804]

Jim's son, sounds like his dad when singing time in bottle

[@joehodges8459]

Wow that was so touching. Even as a kid in the '70's for some reason I really liked this song. So magical to see Jim with his family on film, and loving them. What a legacy he left his son. That letter Mrs. Groce read was hauting. He was talking about the first 60 yrs., yet he didn't get to see 50. We can make plans and promises, but the truth is, none of us are promised tomorrow. It' s wise to say, " If it be the LORD'S will." Amen.

[@willstollfuss9068]

Don't know why but that song has always brought tears to my eyes since I was like 8 years old. I'm 51 now and the tears are rolling once again. Thank you for touching my heart. With my love to you and yours. Will

[@2kidsnosleep]

So this just pops up to make me watch and cry?? Best wishes to all the Croces

[@keithsparling5537]

I was just talking about Jim... God I miss him,, his music.... when he died, I had every peice of his work! Even the Ingrid and Jim album. He would have truly changed music, changed times maybe, he changed my life with his music. Like they say, " If there's a Rock n Roll Heaven, I know they got a hell of a band" Gone, but never forgotten, rest in peace, Jim, you are so missed. I jope his son carries on. God bless

[@rayboydstun1626]

This incredible song has always meant something very deep to me and it always makes me cry. I remember hearing it in 1972 on the car radio with my Mom and I started crying. I was only 3 years old and my Mom thought I was hurt or something. She asked me why I was crying and I said because of the song and that the man singing it was dead. No one told me that he had died; I just knew. I used to do that kind of thing a lot. It's one of the great songs. This video just popped up right after a great-niece was born moments ago and there is some worry.

[@LaLadybug2011]

Ray Boydstun Prayers for your new little niece Ray.

[@rayboydstun1626]

@@LaLadybug2011 Thank you very much LaLadybug2011. That kindness means a lot. Good luck to you.

[@wendymathews1030]

It’s really nice to see AJ all grown up, and that he too is a musician. I really loved Jim’s music; I was in jr high/high school when his songs were popular. I still love them all to this day. “If words could make wishes come true,” Jim would have lived to see his son grow into a man and continued with his wonderful music. God bless you AJ, and your beautiful mother.

[@hubertvale5132]

Always thought it was just a beautiful love song for a woman. Cool story of a great tune.

[@mrswjr4061]

Who’s crying? I’m not crying! This song always gave me the feels, now every time I hear it, it is going to turn me into a puddle, too.

[@michaelmckenna7109]

When I seen that picture at the beginning of his son I though wow Jim looks great today still. I never knew he died in a plane crash quite a few years ago. It's so sad when artist die young who have such an amazing craft, he left us with such beautiful songs that well last forever. The nicest tribute is his son carrying on his fathers genius. Just like time in a bottle happening all over again.

[@Daringtobemyself]

This song always makes me think of my dad. It was so nice to hear the story behind the song.

[@FarOutRadioMusic]

WOW, AJ, so touching! I loved your Dad's music and was crushed when I heard that he was killed in a small plane crash. I even remember where I was when I heard the news. Still chokes me up. Very sweet that your Mom and Dad were singing Gordon Lightfoot's song, "Song For A Winter's Night". That's another GREAT song, like "Time in a Bottle".

[@jackselle4607]

He’s my favourite singer/songwriter of all time. Such a legend gone too soon

[@calvinhobbes62]

Jim's death was the first of any musician's to hurt me. For some reason, even at the age of 11, his lyrics made an impression in my mind and in my heart. Listening to his songs now instantly takes me back to my youth and the sad regrets of long lost love- may you R.I.P. Jim...Thank You for your songs and the memories!

[@AnaSanchez-zi3en]

Throughout the years after his tragic, untimely passing, many of us have come to love and recognize the genius behind Croce's songs. He lives on.

[@kathleentyson6727]

Wow he sounds like his dad it’s one of my favorite songs of his what a great tribute thank you.

[@valdez3245]

I have fond memories of this beautiful love song. Jim Croce was a true talent that unfortunately the world lost way too soon!

[@skygh]

Sweet and sad all at once.

[@michaellittlewood3032]

Mr. Jim has always been my favorite. I tend to gravitated towards less emotional songs like "rapid Roy or car wash". Always missed. RIP

[@oldladylovesBruno]

I saw AJ at a show he did last week in Madisonville, KY. He was awesome! That man ROCKS on the piano! His energy was so incredible. It was a great show and I highly recommend seeing him if you get a chance to.

[@ndpndnt1306]

This song tears at my heart. I worked with pediatric cancer patients and grew quite close to one patient in particular. After knowing her for 2 plus years she lost her battle just before her 7th birthday. I heard this song shortly after receiving the news. I still cry when hearing this song and she passed away 26 yrs ago.

[@iiphase]

Wow what a story

[@dqueenb6692]

He was taken from this world much too soon. He lives on in his son. AJ looks and sounds so much like his father. Love this vid.

[@daisymaefrench4041]

Always loved his music. I still sing along with him wishing he was still here. If he only knew how much he is missed. May he rest in peace.

[@bernlin2000]

It's very powerful to hear his son with such a similar tone...it would be such a blessing to have Jim still with us today.

[@bb22602]

AJ has his father's voice - and talent.

[@debbiethomas4472]

I still cry about Jim after all of these years, his son and wife, and those who perished with him. He is irreplaceable

[@robinrubendunst869]

Debbie Thomas we all are, Debbie... 🙂

[@Xtiansldrs]

I remember hearing the whole story to this and it had to do with that last trip being a “make it or break it” deal. He had just finished his album but it hadn’t been released yet, and said if it didn’t do well, he’d go and get a “real” job. The album did well, only to actually go off the charts. He never got to see it’s full success. It’s heart breaking. The album that has Adrian in his dad’s cowboy boots and hat, is truly haunting. He surely has been blessed with his parents voice and musical abilities. ‘Love Jim Croce! ❤️✌️