Absolutely love the implied "happy ending"! ❤️❤️❤️ I always wondered what happened to the narrator after the song ended. Did he still cry over his lost love? The video's ending was actually a new beginning! And I'm delighted that they showcased Maury in the video!
@19spearking93 This video is more like the song Sylvia's Mother by Dr. Hook And The Medicine Show. It does not match the original story of the army base or a bar for inspiration.
@19spearking93 Operator could you help me place this call Gotta talk to John Mendelssohn who interviewing Mr. David Robert Jones I need to find out how Davy plays the 12 string on Shadow Man song And his girlfriend or wife Hermione Farthingale Operator I need to reach Johnny now to find Farthingale She's the Shadow Woman and He's the Shadow Man But then the operator places the call and Johnny's not home so I cry and ask the operator to guide me to Ansley Dunbar(also from England) the truth Johnny's at Ansley's house so please place the call there and Johnny answers and I said I need to see Farthingale or Davy Johnny and his group pick me and I find The Shadow Man and learn about the 12 string and Farthingale at last Operator thank you so much for connecting me it saved my life you keep the dime thank you for your time and listening and being understanding
He actually dropped the dime on the till in this video, But I am glad the video made him find happiness with a waiter while she definitely wasn't having a great time with his ex best friend Ray in LA
@@retro1937IDK about that. The song (at least to me) seems to end on a sad note but also gives the impression that he is starting to heal. This video, while visually terrific, wrapping it all up in a bow just doesn’t match the feel of the song.
Im 32. Born in 1991. I stumbled on Jim Croce's music due to "I Got a Name" in movies like Invincible and Django. Ended up buying his Photographs and Memories best of CD and absolutely fell in love with his music. He was clearly taken too soon, but i truly believe Jim Croce's music will stand the test of time, and eventually become even more mainstream that it is even now. RIP to Jim and Maury. Two legends.
I'm a little older than you and also love Mr. Croce. I remember buying his greatest hits CD for myself one Christmas. I Got a Name is one helluva song that can never get old. His son makes great music too. AJ Croce. RIP Mr Croce and Mr Muehleisen 🌹🌹
Im 19, got into jim with time in a bottle from the movie X-men: Days of future past when i was around 9 or 10, theres no age limit to good music, especially with a good message
It’s a song about sadness, wistfulness and kindness. He tried to call to be kind and really realized that his lost love was gone, so he extended the kindness to the Operator. Beautiful.
I was born in '80 and I remember in the late '90s seeing references to people in my abnormal psych textbook of people getting operations to look like Jim and it seemed kind of odd. I pretty much just knew him for Don't mess around with Jim and Bad, Bad Leroy Brown, but as I've heard more of his music, I sort of get it.
I think this is one of the greatest stories ever told in the song. Something about the words just paints you such a vivid picture each time you listen to it. Jim was the man. Only three albums. Sad to think of what could have been. Thank god for those three albums. Rest in Peace Jim and Maury…
I’m not a person who cries often, but I love this song and the heartfelt way Jim Croce sang it and it makes me tear up when I hear it. Thanks so much for posting it.
I grew up with this man's music, and I can tell you, he was a musical genius. His way of doing a concert, just sitting in front of the crowd with his guitar, no fireworks, no light shows, just him. Jim, you are so very missed.
What gets me about "Operator" is that it's in a major key. The lyrics and phrasing just intensify the heartbreak. Croce was able to tell a story in a straightforward way where no one was to blame. As I have grown older, I realize that bad things "just happen" even if I do everything just "right." Jim Croce had that sense of world weariness that made him seem like he was talking just to you. I was born in 1972. My mom raised me on John Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Diamond, Simon and Garfunkel, and Jim Croce.
I was born in 1975 and was raised the same with the same musical influence. I’m so grateful I experienced such extraordinary music during my formative years 💕
This made me more emotional than I was expecting. Seeing the butterflies around the two men who died way too young touched me. But I also feel a sense of gratitude that his music is still reaching people's hearts. There seems to be a trend lately of great songs of the past getting the animation treatment, and I'm fully on board with it.
A real Singer-Songwriter Genius. The Songs are beautiful, catchy, jet not simple. He had music and poetry flowing through his veins. Oh, what might have been, had he not died so early!
I don't know if there's ever been a more emotionally relatable song than this one. Is there a person on earth that has not experienced this type of heartache? And the remarkable thing is the poetic elegance that he uses while doing it.
This is one of the greatest videos I have ever seen!! I Love Jim Croce! One of the most underrated Singer Songwriters of all time! I have been singing his songs for over 30 years and was singing these songs today as I was driving on the freeway with no music, just remembering a great talent and a great man. I wont exaggerate when I say I have played his records and have sung his songs 10s of thousands of times and never ever get tired of any of his records. That is a testament to his writing abilities and his ability to really touch all of our hearts! Long live Jim Croce!!
Beautiful tribute, the animation was superb! And it was great how Maury was included, him being as much a part of Jim's story. Two great musicians lost together on the same day...
I’ll never forget, I walked into my literature class in my sophomore year and everyone was crying. I asked what was going on and I was told that Jim Croce had died. It was very sad, it was nice to have friends to cry with. He was a wonderful person and singer!
This is just a song that is in a class of its own,Jim was a real class act,sad that horrible fate dealt him a cruel blow at 30 years old.bless his beautiful soul.
Sorry, I do believe it was a sister or close relative who is friends with jim's wife. I remember seeing an interview but can't remember who it was. Thanks for the clarification
I went to HS with his younger sister Mary Ann. She was quiet and she looked very much like Jim. Rip Jim, thank you for all the beautiful music and memories ❤
I was a sophomore in high school when he died. His music is still as fresh today as it was when I was young. RIP Jim! 🙏 I still miss you and those days when I was young.
Yep, it just goes to show that with good writing that taps into universal experiences, the music can live on for decades after the artists involved die. It's amazing that it's been over 50 years since he died and the music still feels very fresh.
The early 70's saw the emergence of singer-songwriters whose personal experiences were reflected in the songs they wrote and the music they created. James Taylor, Carole King, Carly Simon, Simon & Garfunkel and Jim Croce would be amongst those (along with several others) who would craft songs that deeply touched others in a way that hadn't really been expressed previously. In large part because these artists used their own life experiences in songs they wrote to connect with audiences, and it worked. Today more than half a century on, their works are still listened to and revered as classics. Their skills and talents as writers, musicians and singers put them into a special category of their own and have given generations of music lovers a chance to continue to appreciate the incredible works they've given us.
First whoever put this video together did an excellent job, and the audio is really good too. Make more please!!!! Like "New York's Not My Home. One of the most misunderstood Jim Croce songs ever. Jim Croce is one of my absolute favorite singer song writers of all times. He was just a real regular guy who wanted to provide a better life for his wife and son. In the end, after recording three albums and touring for years, he didn't have anything to show for it. In fact, he only had about the same kind of money as when he drove truck for a living. A few days before his accident, he wrote a letter to his wife. He explained that he was willing to give up his dream of being a musician. He was just going to do other things and give up on music. That letter didn't arrive back home until after his funeral. From a few things I've read about Maury Muehleisen, it sounded like he was a really nice guy. I read somewhere that he used to perform sold-out concerts in the laundry room of his dorm at college. : ) He was a very good guitarist and song writer as well. He recorded an album in 1970 titled "Gingerbreadd". It didn't quite make it to regular play on the airwaves, but it's still worth a listen. ua-cam.com/video/C4UK8Ra8TYA/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared Maury was only 24 and Jim was only 30 years old on September 20th of 1973. Hopefully, they kept on making music that we will all be able to enjoy later on. Until then Peace out Jim and Maury.
"She's living in LA with my best old ex-friend Ray, a guy she said she knew well and sometimes hated". An emotionally powerful concise statement of betrayal and heartbreak. One of the best lyrics ever in a love song. "I only wish my words could just convince myself that it just wasn't real but that's not the way I feel." Another brilliant line. He was the male version of Joni Mitchell, a truly authentic painter of emotion in song.
We are all so lucky to be alive at a time to experience his music, weather we lived through it or not. He’s not just a generational talent, he’s a once in a lifetime talent. Almost all my projects in my music classes in university were about him & his music
yep me too and I been listening since it came out. It reminds me of a young girl that I liked but she liked another guy. It made me cry but such a beautiful song.
This song 🎵 was hitting the charts when I was starting High School in the Fall of 1972. All I did in those days was listen 🎧 to the radio 📻 because music 🎵 was what helped me get through my problems.
First time I heard Mr Croce sing was on a road trip with grandparents. Grew up appreciating his great musical and storytelling talent. Operator is such a beautiful yet sad song. This man sung very effortlessly. Beautiful video. RIP Mr Croce and Mr Muehleisen ❤❤
you cannot hear a Jim Croce song without being transported immediately back to whatever age you were at the time. the simplicity and clarity of the music, the emotion carried on the words, his voice and their playing…..they were taken far, far too soon
I've heard this song a hundred times, but seeing the image of the girl waiting by the phone when he says, "There's no-one there I really wanted to talk to." added a whole new level of tragedy. RIP Jim Croce.
Man, I was just a 9 year old kid when this song came out . . . and I knew all the words . . . but I had no idea what the song was even about! 🙅🏽♂ And that's what more parents need to understand; kids just sing songs and really have no idea what they are singing about! 🎼🎶 That is just the joy of youth --- and then when we get older, maybe we'll take the time to understand the song. But we don't really care because, guess what!? Good music is JUST good music! Today, everyday and twice on Sundays! #longlivethemusicofthisman #heavenly
I love this song. Jim Croce is an amazing storyteller. His music and lyrics are poetry turned into a song. He's a songwriting genius. He's a legendary musician and artist. RIP,Jim you will be truly missed 😢 😔 💔
Ah! The memories! Jim Croce ! Everyone knows the words to his music, and they sing along with Jim. My ex-husband played guitar and sung. He did alot of Jim Croce music. We loved him. ❤
Song is so good! He keeps calling ... same ole story each time. He's playing himself. Jim and Maury would have blessed us with so much. Back-up, they did bless us, we could have had more of their gift!
my dad used to play this song and sing along with it, this song brings back good memories from those days, I have always enjoyed this song, such an emotional tune.
There is only one songwriter like him. He is truly one of a kind. Guys like Bob Dylan, Don McClain, Harry Chapin, and Jim Croce are in a world all to themselves when it comes to writing music. No body else comes close.
Thank you guys for not letting the world forget who Jim Croce was, is and will forever be
RIP to Mr. Jim Croce. Gone way too soon, but he will live on
Forever because of his music!
Never ♥
first songs i sung to as a tot
Absolutely 💯😁
Absolutely love the implied "happy ending"! ❤️❤️❤️
I always wondered what happened to the narrator after the song ended. Did he still cry over his lost love?
The video's ending was actually a new beginning!
And I'm delighted that they showcased Maury in the video!
This man died 20 years before I was even born and yet I’m so infatuated with his poetry. Godspeed Jim and Maury.
@19spearking93 This video is more like the song Sylvia's Mother by Dr. Hook And The Medicine Show. It does not match the original story of the army base or a bar for inspiration.
@@johnpolitis7929 both songs have a similar story behind them, whenever I listen to one it always makes me think of the other one.
@@19spearking93 Yeah but God Knows I'm Good, Andy Warhol, and The Shadow Man by David Bowie(aka David Robert Jones) is better than this song.
I feel the same way with Stevie Ray Vaughn and his blues.
@19spearking93
Operator could you help me place this call
Gotta talk to John Mendelssohn who interviewing Mr. David Robert Jones
I need to find out how Davy plays the 12 string on Shadow Man song
And his girlfriend or wife Hermione Farthingale
Operator I need to reach Johnny now to find Farthingale
She's the Shadow Woman and He's the Shadow Man
But then the operator places the call and Johnny's not home so I cry and ask the operator to guide me to Ansley Dunbar(also from England) the truth
Johnny's at Ansley's house so please place the call there and Johnny answers and I said I need to see Farthingale or Davy
Johnny and his group pick me and I find The Shadow Man and learn about the 12 string and Farthingale at last
Operator thank you so much for connecting me it saved my life you keep the dime thank you for your time and listening and being understanding
“You can keep the dime”
It usually takes thousands of words to paint such a portrait of sadness. 5 little words and I’m crying again.
He actually dropped the dime on the till in this video,
But I am glad the video made him find happiness with a waiter while she definitely wasn't having a great time with his ex best friend Ray in LA
I heard this song for the first time last month. That line is the one that hit me. 😢
That line, and "with my best ol ex-friend Ray" are just crushing.
@@retro1937IDK about that. The song (at least to me) seems to end on a sad note but also gives the impression that he is starting to heal. This video, while visually terrific, wrapping it all up in a bow just doesn’t match the feel of the song.
Must be getting old but I still remember the 10cent pay phone & Jim rip
Maury and Jim May be gone but their contribution and spirit in music will never be forgotten. Love this visual reinvention of Operator. More please!!!
Jim Croce was the master at taking people’s lives and turning them into music. He truly had a God given talent
Well said!
I wasn't expecting a Maury Muehleisen tribute as well, but man, I appreciate that a lot. May these two souls find peace.
This was my first time watching this and I came here to post the same thing.
I don't need to add a word.
an animated Farewell? this will make us all melancholy, we miss you.
Why a question like that
I hope your feeling less melancholy!
isn't that the way they say it goes?
Yeah. Melancholy is the right word. Ty
It’s a ridiculous send off.😮 😅
Im 32. Born in 1991. I stumbled on Jim Croce's music due to "I Got a Name" in movies like Invincible and Django. Ended up buying his Photographs and Memories best of CD and absolutely fell in love with his music. He was clearly taken too soon, but i truly believe Jim Croce's music will stand the test of time, and eventually become even more mainstream that it is even now.
RIP to Jim and Maury. Two legends.
I'm a little older than you and also love Mr. Croce. I remember buying his greatest hits CD for myself one Christmas. I Got a Name is one helluva song that can never get old. His son makes great music too. AJ Croce. RIP Mr Croce and Mr Muehleisen 🌹🌹
I'm 22 years old and I like this song ❤
@@jackboyd9055 You have great taste in music 🤗
@@LillyRose924 yeah I like old song since I was in Grade School
Im 19, got into jim with time in a bottle from the movie X-men: Days of future past when i was around 9 or 10, theres no age limit to good music, especially with a good message
I’m now almost 66 yrs old, growing up, we didn’t realize how great the music was. The creativity was off the charts.
I was in jh when Jim and Maury were killed. My English teacher was a big Croce fan. 3:50 I learned to love Jim and Maury Thank you, Milo Barnaby .
We knew how good music was , we just didn't know it would to turn to the shit has been for last 40 years
As a 35 yo I love his music no going back
I'm almost 40 and i grew up with this music. Ill never forget it
I am . I was 16 when this came out. I disagree I believe a lot of new how great the music was at that time. Good on you.
Saddest song ever written. It captures hopelessness perfectly.
Yes I was kinda disappointed by the cartoon's happy ending
It seems that even the operator was moved. The dime wasn't kept.
It’s a song about sadness, wistfulness and kindness. He tried to call to be kind and really realized that his lost love was gone, so he extended the kindness to the Operator. Beautiful.
Been there....
@@Djgraveline1 nah u actually didn’t understand anything from this song
I was fortunate enough to see Jim and Maury in Balboa Park a few months before they left us. Needless to say it was wonderful. Such a great song.
I was born in '80 and I remember in the late '90s seeing references to people in my abnormal psych textbook of people getting operations to look like Jim and it seemed kind of odd. I pretty much just knew him for Don't mess around with Jim and Bad, Bad Leroy Brown, but as I've heard more of his music, I sort of get it.
That’s special
Whoever did this production- this is one of the best representations I've ever seen! 'There's something in my eye..'
Lllll0
Sitting here crying like a kid. What a beautiful tribute to Jim and the prettiest lonely song I've ever heard.
Have you heard One Less Set of Footsteps? Sad too
I think this is one of the greatest stories ever told in the song. Something about the words just paints you such a vivid picture each time you listen to it. Jim was the man. Only three albums. Sad to think of what could have been. Thank god for those three albums. Rest in Peace Jim and Maury…
One of the greatest songwriters of all time
Even as a young 7-8 year old boy in the mid 1970's (long before having my heart broken) I still grasped the sadness of these beautiful lyrics..
I’m not a person who cries often, but I love this song and the heartfelt way Jim Croce sang it and it makes me tear up when I hear it. Thanks so much for posting it.
The girl sitting by the phone...dang, that got me. Very touching video.
Well, it seems that Ray isn't so fabulous as it seems.
I grew up with this man's music, and I can tell you, he was a musical genius. His way of doing a concert, just sitting in front of the crowd with his guitar, no fireworks, no light shows, just him. Jim, you are so very missed.
Me too, and I agree 👍✨✨✨🐦
Don’t forget Maury.
He's immortal, even if not in the flesh. He left way too soon.❤
& Maury
We all miss you Jim. Your music was beyond amazing! RIP.
Thank you mom for listening to Jim Croce!.This has to be one of the best songs ever written!
"You've been so much more than kind." An ocean of sadness and longing, expressed in just a few words.
And consider that all the operator was doing (as far as we know) was listening. It says something if he considers that alone as beyond kindness.
I thank God for giving us Jim Croce.
What gets me about "Operator" is that it's in a major key. The lyrics and phrasing just intensify the heartbreak.
Croce was able to tell a story in a straightforward way where no one was to blame. As I have grown older, I realize that bad things "just happen" even if I do everything just "right."
Jim Croce had that sense of world weariness that made him seem like he was talking just to you.
I was born in 1972. My mom raised me on John Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, Neil Diamond, Simon and Garfunkel, and Jim Croce.
I was born in ‘81, and raised on the same music. And I’ve learned the same life lesson, too. Sometimes things just happen.
I was born in 1975 and was raised the same with the same musical influence. I’m so grateful I experienced such extraordinary music during my formative years 💕
You were privileged…..your mum had you listening to the very greats
You got raised right! ❤
'You can make no mistakes and still lose. That is not weakness; that is life."
- Capt. Picard
This made me more emotional than I was expecting. Seeing the butterflies around the two men who died way too young touched me. But I also feel a sense of gratitude that his music is still reaching people's hearts. There seems to be a trend lately of great songs of the past getting the animation treatment, and I'm fully on board with it.
A gifted man who had so much more to give!
Such an amazing guitarist and singer.. I would have loved to hear what more that he could have done.
Love you forever..💯🎸🔥🎶🫶🏼✌🏼💋
Sad, beautiful song. Jim Croce was a true poet.
fine guitarist as well.
A real Singer-Songwriter Genius. The Songs are beautiful, catchy, jet not simple. He had music and poetry flowing through his veins. Oh, what might have been, had he not died so early!
Can't believe it's been over 50yrs. This guy was and still is GREAT.
I took Croce for granted in the 70s -now his work brings me to tears 💧
There's something in your eye
Was not expecting this. I’m gonna cry.
Love and support to Jims family and all of his fans worldwide from Dublin, Ireland
From Donegal myself. This stuff is just magical
I don't know if there's ever been a more emotionally relatable song than this one. Is there a person on earth that has not experienced this type of heartache? And the remarkable thing is the poetic elegance that he uses while doing it.
This is one of the greatest videos I have ever seen!! I Love Jim Croce! One of the most underrated Singer Songwriters of all time! I have been singing his songs for over 30 years
and was singing these songs today as I was driving on the freeway with no music, just remembering a great talent and a great man. I wont exaggerate when I say I have played his records and have sung his songs 10s of thousands of times and never ever get tired of
any of his records. That is a testament to his writing abilities and his ability to really touch all of our hearts! Long live Jim Croce!!
Croce's music will always be with us. Thank God for that!
Beautiful tribute, the animation was superb! And it was great how Maury was included, him being as much a part of Jim's story. Two great musicians lost together on the same day...
I’ll never forget, I walked into my literature class in my sophomore year and everyone was crying. I asked what was going on and I was told that Jim Croce had died. It was very sad, it was nice to have friends to cry with. He was a wonderful person and singer!
This was in high school…
Maybe the most underrated singer of All time beautiful song and an amazing story teller
This animation is awesome. If gizven the opportunity to see AJ Croce live doing croce plays croce its an absolute must.
Just listened to the complete song for the first time. The chorus just flows and so do some tears.
If you don't tear up while listening to this song, you aren't human.
I've listened to it a bunch, so its lessened... first time almost got me though
This is just a song that is in a class of its own,Jim was a real class act,sad that horrible fate dealt him a cruel blow at 30 years old.bless his beautiful soul.
Beautiful song ! Jim was a great singer
Jim Is Greatly Missed 💔😭 & Maury
Can't forget Maury! I heard Jim and Maury's wives are still friends to this day!
@@peteman7354 Maury Will Never Be Forgotten Like Jim
@@peteman7354 Maury was not married at the time of his death he had a girlfriend
Sorry, I do believe it was a sister or close relative who is friends with jim's wife. I remember seeing an interview but can't remember who it was. Thanks for the clarification
Timeless
I went to HS with his younger sister Mary Ann. She was quiet and she looked very much like Jim.
Rip Jim, thank you for all the beautiful music and memories ❤
Upper Darby High?
❤ THIS 😢 CRY EVERY TIME I LISTEN TO JIM CROCE GREATEST EVER
Jim was a wonderful man and his music was cut short as did his life,this makes me smile and keep the dime lol
Thank you, Jim & Maury, for such moving music. Rest in peace.
I was a sophomore in high school when he died. His music is still as fresh today as it was when I was young. RIP Jim! 🙏 I still miss you and those days when I was young.
Yep, it just goes to show that with good writing that taps into universal experiences, the music can live on for decades after the artists involved die. It's amazing that it's been over 50 years since he died and the music still feels very fresh.
Masterpiece..... Nothing more I can say. A beautiful melody and a condensed novel in lyrics....
The early 70's saw the emergence of singer-songwriters whose personal experiences were reflected in the songs they wrote and the music they created.
James Taylor, Carole King, Carly Simon, Simon & Garfunkel and Jim Croce would be amongst those (along with several others) who would craft songs that deeply touched others in a way that hadn't really been expressed previously.
In large part because these artists used their own life experiences in songs they wrote to connect with audiences, and it worked. Today more than half a century on, their works are still listened to and revered as classics.
Their skills and talents as writers, musicians and singers put them into a special category of their own and have given generations of music lovers a chance to continue to appreciate the incredible works they've given us.
Who ever made this video... you are worth everything in this universe❤
all that tenderness and longing went to the operator. amazing
First whoever put this video together did an excellent job, and the audio is really good too. Make more please!!!! Like "New York's Not My Home. One of the most misunderstood Jim Croce songs ever.
Jim Croce is one of my absolute favorite singer song writers of all times. He was just a real regular guy who wanted to provide a better life for his wife and son. In the end, after recording three albums and touring for years, he didn't have anything to show for it. In fact, he only had about the same kind of money as when he drove truck for a living. A few days before his accident, he wrote a letter to his wife. He explained that he was willing to give up his dream of being a musician. He was just going to do other things and give up on music. That letter didn't arrive back home until after his funeral. From a few things I've read about Maury Muehleisen, it sounded like he was a really nice guy. I read somewhere that he used to perform sold-out concerts in the laundry room of his dorm at college. : ) He was a very good guitarist and song writer as well. He recorded an album in 1970 titled "Gingerbreadd". It didn't quite make it to regular play on the airwaves, but it's still worth a listen. ua-cam.com/video/C4UK8Ra8TYA/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared Maury was only 24 and Jim was only 30 years old on September 20th of 1973. Hopefully, they kept on making music that we will all be able to enjoy later on. Until then Peace out Jim and Maury.
"She's living in LA with my best old ex-friend Ray, a guy she said she knew well and sometimes hated". An emotionally powerful concise statement of betrayal and heartbreak. One of the best lyrics ever in a love song. "I only wish my words could just convince myself that it just wasn't real but that's not the way I feel." Another brilliant line. He was the male version of Joni Mitchell, a truly authentic painter of emotion in song.
I am at 3:17 this morning, quite unprepared for the rush of memories instantly revived, some hard and some beautifully sweet.
2:54 am for me.
We are all so lucky to be alive at a time to experience his music, weather we lived through it or not. He’s not just a generational talent, he’s a once in a lifetime talent. Almost all my projects in my music classes in university were about him & his music
One of the most beautiful/unique songs ever written. Forever in our souls. 😎
There's something in my eyes, you know it happens everytime I think about the love that I thought would save me.
These lines always bring me to tears.
yep me too and I been listening since it came out. It reminds me of a young girl that I liked but she liked another guy. It made me cry but such a beautiful song.
This song will be every bit as convincing in 300 years as it has been for 50. Love wont die. Loss wont either.
With love there will always be loss, but the existence of love means loss has already lost
Beautiful. Not one word in this song is out of sync. Good memories taking me back when I had his album what now 40 yrs ago?
I think it’s about 52 years, but who’s counting!
Croces music hits so hard for a young guy like me
just love the animation created for the song
Jim Croce - R.I.P. - You were one of the best - Wish you didn't leave us so early!!
Can’t help but shed some tears
Time sure goes by
But I hope we all get to meet these guys in Heaven
This song 🎵 was hitting the charts when I was starting High School in the Fall of 1972. All I did in those days was listen 🎧 to the radio 📻 because music 🎵 was what helped me get through my problems.
First time I heard Mr Croce sing was on a road trip with grandparents. Grew up appreciating his great musical and storytelling talent. Operator is such a beautiful yet sad song. This man sung very effortlessly. Beautiful video. RIP Mr Croce and Mr Muehleisen ❤❤
you cannot hear a Jim Croce song without being transported immediately back to whatever age you were at the time. the simplicity and clarity of the music, the emotion carried on the words, his voice and their playing…..they were taken far, far too soon
All the songs from the '70s, like this one, are like little stories transmitted by music and lyrics 🎶
I've heard this song a hundred times, but seeing the image of the girl waiting by the phone when he says, "There's no-one there I really wanted to talk to." added a whole new level of tragedy. RIP Jim Croce.
This song just makes me cry...always.
What a memory this song is about making phone calls with operator assistance. Even calling the operator for a rescue in the days before 911
Man, I was just a 9 year old kid when this song came out . . . and I knew all the words . . . but I had no idea what the song was even about! 🙅🏽♂
And that's what more parents need to understand; kids just sing songs and really have no idea what they are singing about! 🎼🎶
That is just the joy of youth --- and then when we get older, maybe we'll take the time to understand the song. But we don't really care because, guess what!?
Good music is JUST good music! Today, everyday and twice on Sundays!
#longlivethemusicofthisman
#heavenly
Awww so nice if someone to put this together. Love the animation.I loved Jim and his songs..They bring back great memories of my youth.
Jim was a very emotional writer, par excellence. Amazing work with the animation 😊
Grew up in the late 60's and 70's. How I miss this fantastic music I grew up with. I like this animation. Thanks!
I love this song. Jim Croce is an amazing storyteller. His music and lyrics are poetry turned into a song. He's a songwriting genius. He's a legendary musician and artist. RIP,Jim you will be truly missed 😢 😔 💔
Jim Croce emociona e me faz arrepiar.
Que sempre seja lembrado, querido, Jim! 🖤
Ah! The memories!
Jim Croce !
Everyone knows the words to his music, and they sing along with Jim.
My ex-husband played guitar and sung.
He did alot of Jim Croce music.
We loved him. ❤
Lost my friend while this song was pop on the radio.... I like to play this once in a while to remind me how lucky I am to be alive and he knows it.
🦋Jim is drawing from up there these days. Hello Jim… 🦋
Song is so good! He keeps calling ... same ole story each time. He's playing himself. Jim and Maury would have blessed us with so much. Back-up, they did bless us, we could have had more of their gift!
this hit me way harder than i am comfortable with.
It means it did its job, and got its’ point across!
Jim Croce is the bees knees....forever and always
We'll never have this kind honesty in a song for a little while
Omggggggg, official video of oparation music!!!
Tf are you acoustic?
He's always here. Like the butterfly.
50 years after I bought his greatest hits as a 12-year-old, and I still love all the songs. Such a masterful musician and storyteller.
Whoever made the animation, thank you! Jim is the best singer/song writer ever, and you can feel his soul.
This is at once one of the great heartache songs and one of the greatest healing songs. I think it's his best
my dad used to play this song and sing along with it, this song brings back good memories from those days, I have always enjoyed this song, such an emotional tune.
God dammnit he is one of the greatest artists of all time. I just cry through this video.
Kudos to whoever put this together!!!! 🌬️💙
Jim and Maury forever!
There is only one songwriter like him. He is truly one of a kind. Guys like Bob Dylan, Don McClain, Harry Chapin, and Jim Croce are in a world all to themselves when it comes to writing music. No body else comes close.
Tears 😭 in my eyes!
Great song but also very sad. Loneliness is a heartbreaker.