Jim Croce was an American folk rock singer-songwriter. He released five studio albums and 11 singles during his career. His music often explored themes of love, loss, and the human experience.
Jim Croce was born in 1943 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He began playing guitar and writing songs while studying at Villanova University.
Croce signed his first record deal with Capitol Records in 1970.
His breakthrough single, 'You Don't Mess Around with Jim,' was released in 1972.
Tragically, Croce died in a plane crash in Louisiana in 1973, just as his career was gaining momentum. He was only 30 years old at the time of his death.
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Jim Croce's debut album, which includes the hit songs 'You Don't Mess Around with Jim' and 'Operator (That's Not the Way It Feels)'
Jim Croce's third studio album, which includes the hit songs 'Bad, Bad Leroy Brown' and 'Time in a Bottle'
Jim Croce's final album, released posthumously, which includes the title track 'I Got a Name' and 'Workin' at the Car Wash Blues'
Jim Croce played a mix of folk, rock, and country music.
Some of Jim Croce's most famous songs include 'You Don't Mess Around with Jim,' 'Operator (That's Not the Way It Feels),' and 'Bad, Bad Leroy Brown.'
Jim Croce died in a plane crash in Louisiana in 1973.
Jim Croce released five studio albums and one live album during his career.
Yes, Jim Croce wrote most of his own songs, often with his writing partner and wife, Ingrid Croce.