I lay in bed that fateful night in September '73 when the radio stopped the music to announce the news. To this day, I still have eight of his albums. I will pass them down to my grandchildren and tell them of Jim, Maury, and Ingrid and the sensational songs created. May Jim RIP. I'm 76 now and still listen to the music that was part of my young adult life. May that music live from generation to generation. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🎼🎶
You're so right sir and you have some of the best collectibles that there ever was my one of the best performers, singer-songwriters in the world as far as I'm concerned. I hope you also have time in a bottle. Which was the theme song at our 1975 junior senior prom. It was in memory to Jim Croce and it's wonderful talents and that special song it meant a lot to our high school students. And me personally. I am now 65 years old. And I've always been a music lover of course listening to the lyrics most of all. And my memory Jim Croce music will live on forever.
I'm 33 and jam Croce front to back all the songs. Legendary...not a song I have heard that I didn't like! It is still apart of current young adult lfe.
Yes, the older we get the more we appreciate Jim's playing and singing with those wonderful lyrics. As newer generations discover his music they will ensure his songs will lives on.
Try Jason Isabell he among all the "want to be’s” has both the music and the rare ability to tell us the stories we need. I refuse to compare him w/Jim Croce but give him a listen.
I was in my sophomore year of high school when Jim died. I began dating a girl who was in my class that same year. We spent the next 2 years of high school driving around and singing to the tunes of Jim. The joy we had driving down the road singing along with him on the couple of 8 track tapes of his, that I had, while holding hands as she sat right next to me in the front seat of my ‘66 Ford fairlane were no small reason for us eventually growing up and getting married. In January 2024, we celebrate 45 years of marriage. There is no doubt in my mind that the music that Jim created during his all too brief time on earth has been a catalyst to the love that me and my wife continue to share. Even now, I find myself revisiting his songs on UA-cam just to listen and reflect on what an impact those sweet, sweet days have meant to me. Thanks, Jim.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful story. Music is the a perfect way to bring people together. Wishing you and your wife many more years of happiness.
Jim died when I was in the 9nth grade. I wrote a paper about him my junior year. His music truly inspired me to just get through the shit and move on. And, I did.
One thing I love about him is his face. That's a face full of character. And he packed a lot of life into only thirty years. Imagine writing all those great songs in his twenties. I say this with love: he looked at least fifteen years older than he was. But I look at that face and know I'm gonna get a song with a great story behind it.
His music makes me tear up. Not overly played or produced. Even the studio albums sound just like a man and his guitar. I just absolutely love Jim’s music, style, voice, storytelling. Exquisite musician.
Its's the SOUND of Jim Croce's guitar. It's the gentleness of his voice, his SINCERE meaning of the words, the harmonies, the 70's scene, & memories of this time in our lives. I listen with intent, he is a storyteller & that is what makes me listen. 🎸
Beautiful Love Story. Im newly engagement to my song bird💯 We sing love songs together Jim Croce takes me back to a simpler time where I’d sit in the dark
I'm almost 44, but I grew up singing along to Jim Croce in my house. My mother shared her passionate for his music with me. I always come back to listening to him. Some days, I only listen to him all day. I feel so connected to the music. His music really made a difference in my life.
I found out who Jim was by watching a favourite movie of mine. I was 12 at the time. Now im 18 and just finished high school. Hes been there for me when i felt so alone and now hes here for the best part of my life yet. I know nearly all his songs by heart and hes a huge inspiration behind my guitar playing. Thank you, Jim. You've helped me through so much. Rest easy
@@bubbasbones same haha :) Time in a bottle just played like an echo in me, so I immediately searched for more... glad to see it has been the same for teens like me !
So grateful for these video recordings. Jim and Maury were a phenomenal talent. I was just 20 when they both died. The enduring impact on the music world is a testament to this prodigious talent, ending all too soon. RIP Jim and Maury. I hope the angels in heaven are enjoying your music!
Things were spinnin' 'round me And all my thoughts were cloudy And I had begun to doubt all the things that were me Been in so many places, you know I've run so many races I looked into the empty faces of the people of the night Somethin' is just not right 'Cause I know that I've gotta get outta here I'm so alone Don't you know that I gotta get outta here 'Cause New York's not my home Though all the streets are crowded There's somethin' strange about it I lived there 'bout a year and I never once felt at home I thought I'd make the big time I learned a lot of lessons awfully quick And now I'm tellin' you that they were not the nice kind It has been so long since I have felt fine That's the reason that I've gotta get outta here I'm so alone Don't you know that I gotta get outta here 'Cause New York's not my home That's the reason that I've gotta get outta here I'm so alone Don't you know that I gotta get outta here 'Cause New York's not my home
I just recently moved out of a halfway house in Anaheim, CA into a tent in Idaho. I've never felt so at peace in my life. I'm convinced the stress of living in California was giving me hypertension. I'd have spells of pain in my chest and neck with no cure but sleep. I've been living and working here in Idaho for the last month and I haven't had a single time where I felt away from home. I'm finally happy with my progress in life. I can finally lay down and relax, not worrying about the next day. I just heard this song for the first time and I'm sure you can understand how I relate to this.
I was only 2 years old when Jim passed. Although I don't have many memories of my family life at that age I'm certain that I was impacted by his music by hearing it on the radio. How else can you explain as a young child knowing all of the lyrics to all of his songs, Operator, Time in a bottle, etc. And even as a young kid I could recognize the heartbreak in his poetic lyrics.
I was pregnant with my baby boy John when Jim and Murray died in September 1973, and both he and I love Jim Croce. Crazy how next year (2023) he and Murray will be gone 50 years
My dad, also named Jim, played all these LPs for me. Don't Mess Around With Jim, obviously a favorite, but as my dad said, "This music will stay with you all your life." God Bless you Jim... both of ya.
@Folk Music Great man! So strange, I was about the same age as you back then in 2010. It was the song Operator that blew my mind playing on a FM station one Sunday evening. There was no Shazaam then but I remembered the lyrics of the Chorus and googled him up. I've listened him back and forth since then.....
I have struggled with addiction on and off for almost 20 years. The first time I heard this song I could immediately relate. My figurative New York is my ongoing battle with substance abuse. Jim had such a unique ability to capture emotions in a clear, honest, and concise way that made his music so easy to relate to. Whatever your “New York” is, just remember it’s not your home. We all struggle with something but if you’re reading this, I hope you know that your issues are not your identity. Never give up, humble yourself, ask for help, ask God to reveal himself to you and forgive you. Things can, and will get better. God bless and rest in peace Jim. Your music has helped me through some tough times.
Just two guys with a guitar. Nothing special. Yet it was and is and will forever be. Beautiful in it's simplicity, it speaks to the heart, like Croce always managed to do.
I really wish Jim Croce was still alive. He has his son that sounds almost exactly like him. I just wish Jim Croce was still alive. Everyone I was born in 1970 and when he died was 1973 in a plane crash I wish everybody we could turn back time and tell Jim Croce not to get on that plane And his friends
I found his looks to be quite profound as a child. Once I finally got my first record player, I found I was not wrong. He was one of the most profound people I could ever listen to
Lyrics Well, things were spinning round me And all my thoughts were cloudy And I had begun to doubt all the things that were me Been in so many places You know I've run so many races And looked into the empty faces of the people of the night And something is just not right 'Cause I know that I gotta get out of here I'm so alone Don't you know that I gotta get out of here 'Cause, New York's not my home Though all the streets are crowded There's something strange about it I lived there about a year and I never once felt at home I thought I'd make the big time I learned a lot of lessons awful quick And now I'm telling you That they were not the nice kind And it's been so long since I have felt fine That's the reason that I gotta get out of here I'm so alone Don't you know that I gotta get out of here 'Cause New York's not my home That's the reason that I gotta get out of here I'm so alone Don't you know that I gotta get out of here 'Cause New York's not my home
I was just in primary school when Jim hit the charts, but his music really grabbed me. Then, he was gone. He was such a gentle soul that maybe God graduated him to Angle.
This song got me through the hardest year of my life living in NYC with my fiancee. Thank G-d we have moved far away and hopefully never return! What a gift Jim's brief time on this earth was
It's easy to forget how packed his catalogue is with lesser known soul-soothing jewels and I sorely need to go deep diving. Long gone and still giving, thanks Jim wherever you are 🙏
One of his best songs. Not only personal experience but that of many of us that find ourselves in foreign territory. The longing for home is palatable. Yet identifying new experiences to achieve is also paramount.
I WAS 12 BACK IN MEXICO WHEN THE RADIO PLAYED OPERATOR"OPERADORA DE TELEFONOS"WAS THE ONLY WORD I UNDERTOOD. BUT THE FEELING WAS BEAUTIFUL...😢😢😢😅😅😅 NOW I UNDERSTAND ALOT MORE ENGLISH..IT IS SUPERB...❤❤❤❤
There were friends who decided New York was their home.. Others who had to get to California. I sampled several of the Big Cities and settled on a further afield set of choices. The memories are thick with many emotions. I do feel lucky that we have what we do but, man, what a loss.
My dad absolutely loved Jim Croce...I had a mom and a dad that loved music...my dad just a little more than my dad. He use to come home with records of new artists that he really liked. He loved Bob Dylan (probably his favorite). He knew Elton John, Rod Stewart and a few others were going to have big careers.
Such a unique songwriter. Every song he wrote makes every word relatable. Its a shame that he left this world so early. I think he would of had many more great stories to tell us.
Perhaps one of the best live performances I've seen on UA-cam. Maury fantastic as always... Jim in IMHO one of his best instrumental and vocal performances.
I have more of a connection to this song than any of Jim's songs. Why I don't know. It feels like a Spiritual song. That is how I feel when I listen to this song.
I love singing this song to all of those arrogant New Yorkers whenever I meet them . . . when they started to sing Frank and Jay-Z's song --- I tell them that I have a better one and I belt out the following: 🎼 I gotta get outa here, cause NY not my home 🎵🎶 . . . " #HaHa
Jims music and all music from the 70's was the best music ever.All songs had meaning to it,all told a story.I was so lucky to grow up with this great music .So.many great songs and musicians.I still listen to 60's,70's music and allways will till the day I dieGod bless all these musicians for all there great and amazing songs
I remember them playing one of his songs on Magnum PI. In 1987. I remember going to a record store and then looking for his record and particularly the song don't mess around with Jim.
I think that's my favorite song out of Jim's greatest hits album. I love this song and listened to it so many times growing up. The strings in the recorded song add a lot to it. But his voice and guitar playing is just like on the album. Beautiful.
Love this song. Totally understand it. Spent time in Maine. It’s not like you’d think either. Empty faces in NYC true. Been there too. Seems like they’re all so lonely. Looking for somewhere to land. 😞
I had a cousin who graduated in music conservatory… every song just sing it every fluctuating of string he was so amazing… jammin with friends with a bottle of beer
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I lay in bed that fateful night in September '73 when the radio stopped the music to announce the news. To this day, I still have eight of his albums. I will pass them down to my grandchildren and tell them of Jim, Maury, and Ingrid and the sensational songs created. May Jim RIP. I'm 76 now and still listen to the music that was part of my young adult life. May that music live from generation to generation. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🎼🎶
You're so right sir and you have some of the best collectibles that there ever was my one of the best performers, singer-songwriters in the world as far as I'm concerned. I hope you also have time in a bottle. Which was the theme song at our 1975 junior senior prom. It was in memory to Jim Croce and it's wonderful talents and that special song it meant a lot to our high school students. And me personally. I am now 65 years old. And I've always been a music lover of course listening to the lyrics most of all. And my memory Jim Croce music will live on forever.
I'm 33 and jam Croce front to back all the songs. Legendary...not a song I have heard that I didn't like! It is still apart of current young adult lfe.
@@clinton1960 thank you for your comment, and to know this is very special. And so was Jim Croce.
Yes, the older we get the more we appreciate Jim's playing and singing with those wonderful lyrics. As newer generations discover his music they will ensure his songs will lives on.
His son AJ Croce is out there doing concerts of his dad's music.
Every song he wrote was a masterpiece. We need someone like him in the world right now.
Yes we do. An amazing unicorn he was. I literally miss him every day.
@@pauljohnson8847 don’t ever call him a unicorn again
@@calebshockey3493 You do realize that a unicorn is rare and very special.
@@soulvaccination8679 by definition it’s a mythical creature
Try Jason Isabell he among all the "want to be’s” has both the music and the rare ability to tell us the stories we need.
I refuse to compare him w/Jim Croce but give him a listen.
I was in my sophomore year of high school when Jim died. I began dating a girl who was in my class that same year. We spent the next 2 years of high school driving around and singing to the tunes of Jim. The joy we had driving down the road singing along with him on the couple of 8 track tapes of his, that I had, while holding hands as she sat right next to me in the front seat of my ‘66 Ford fairlane were no small reason for us eventually growing up and getting married. In January 2024, we celebrate 45 years of marriage. There is no doubt in my mind that the music that Jim created during his all too brief time on earth has been a catalyst to the love that me and my wife continue to share. Even now, I find myself revisiting his songs on UA-cam just to listen and reflect on what an impact those sweet, sweet days have meant to me. Thanks, Jim.
Wonderful story sir, you found happiness and kept at it...not many myself included have been that lucky. All the best
Thank you for sharing your wonderful story. Music is the a perfect way to bring people together. Wishing you and your wife many more years of happiness.
Good for you! Good for you!
Thats a great story. This Man can sing
Sir, you are very very lucky to have grown up in the 60s and 70s. 18 here and I'm jealous as heck 🤣
Jim died when I was in the 9nth grade. I wrote a paper about him my junior year. His music truly inspired me to just get through the shit and move on. And, I did.
You still there??
please share that paper here....
Good for you man, proud of you because it isn't easy to make it through. Hope you are still around listening to this amazing music!! 🎶💕🎤🕯️
MY GRANDFATHER USE TO SAY THAT"IF SOMEONE REMEMBERS YOU ,YOU NEVER DIE"
Bravo a Jim avrebbe fatto piacere saperlo
One thing I love about him is his face. That's a face full of character. And he packed a lot of life into only thirty years. Imagine writing all those great songs in his twenties. I say this with love: he looked at least fifteen years older than he was. But I look at that face and know I'm gonna get a song with a great story behind it.
I was born Sep, 26 1973, Just 6 days after this legend left us. Legend who should be in the Hall of Fame.
His music makes me tear up. Not overly played or produced. Even the studio albums sound just like a man and his guitar. I just absolutely love Jim’s music, style, voice, storytelling. Exquisite musician.
Man he was so special and no one put feelings into music like he did
Oh, there were a few otbers...Kurt Cobain, Peter Steele, Layne Staley/Jerry Cantrell, Trent Reznor to name a few...
This is so true ❤
Its's the SOUND of Jim Croce's guitar. It's the gentleness of his voice, his SINCERE meaning of the words, the harmonies, the 70's scene, & memories of this time in our lives. I listen with intent, he is a storyteller & that is what makes me listen. 🎸
Jim & Maury will never be forgotten - beautiful music
Beautiful Love Story.
Im newly engagement to my song bird💯
We sing love songs together
Jim Croce takes me back to a simpler time where I’d sit in the dark
Mr.Croce is Arguably one of the greatest AMERICAN songwriter’s EVER! Fight me
Agree!
No fight here brother. I agree.
10 months later and nobody wants to fight you 😊 Guess his music is just to powerful and disarms any one who wants to fight you 😊
I agree!
I'm almost 44, but I grew up singing along to Jim Croce in my house. My mother shared her passionate for his music with me. I always come back to listening to him. Some days, I only listen to him all day. I feel so connected to the music. His music really made a difference in my life.
Rest in peace Jim and maury
My goodness could Maury play lead guitar! His fills elevated Jim’s masterful melodies into the stratosphere 🎸
When I was maybe 6 or 7 I asked mom mom to buy Jim's album. Mom is gone now but, I can still remember listening to it with her like it was yesterday.
What made Jim great was he could get into your head,
and your heart as well.
Seit über 50 Jahren begleitet Jim Croce mich. Seine Musik wird nicht Alt. Und seine Schallplatten erinnern mich immer an. 😢
Only those who lived in NYC for a big while can feel in their heart and soul what this music is really talking about!
Back in the day when singers could not only sing but had beautiful voices . . . Still miss him.
I found out who Jim was by watching a favourite movie of mine. I was 12 at the time. Now im 18 and just finished high school. Hes been there for me when i felt so alone and now hes here for the best part of my life yet. I know nearly all his songs by heart and hes a huge inspiration behind my guitar playing. Thank you, Jim. You've helped me through so much. Rest easy
Which movie?
@@averycardosia2486 XMen: Days of Future Past
@@bubbasbones same haha :) Time in a bottle just played like an echo in me, so I immediately searched for more... glad to see it has been the same for teens like me !
I thought it would have been Lego Ninjago
Truly thought it was the hangover 2
There aren't enough words to describe how amazing these 2 musicians were.....REST IN PEACE Maury and Jim ~ 🙏 : (((((((
So grateful for these video recordings. Jim and Maury were a phenomenal talent. I was just 20 when they both died. The enduring impact on the music world is a testament to this prodigious talent, ending all too soon. RIP Jim and Maury. I hope the angels in heaven are enjoying your music!
Jim Croce was a badass. Great heartfelt songs. Beautiful lyrics.
Things were spinnin' 'round me
And all my thoughts were cloudy
And I had begun to doubt all the things that were me
Been in so many places, you know I've run so many races
I looked into the empty faces of the people of the night
Somethin' is just not right
'Cause I know that I've gotta get outta here
I'm so alone
Don't you know that I gotta get outta here
'Cause New York's not my home
Though all the streets are crowded
There's somethin' strange about it
I lived there 'bout a year and I never once felt at home
I thought I'd make the big time
I learned a lot of lessons awfully quick
And now I'm tellin' you that they were not the nice kind
It has been so long since I have felt fine
That's the reason that I've gotta get outta here
I'm so alone
Don't you know that I gotta get outta here
'Cause New York's not my home
That's the reason that I've gotta get outta here
I'm so alone
Don't you know that I gotta get outta here
'Cause New York's not my home
He made people FEEL his experiences!
I just recently moved out of a halfway house in Anaheim, CA into a tent in Idaho. I've never felt so at peace in my life. I'm convinced the stress of living in California was giving me hypertension. I'd have spells of pain in my chest and neck with no cure but sleep. I've been living and working here in Idaho for the last month and I haven't had a single time where I felt away from home. I'm finally happy with my progress in life. I can finally lay down and relax, not worrying about the next day. I just heard this song for the first time and I'm sure you can understand how I relate to this.
There's something special about his songs that just shows how unreal of a talent he had.
Isn't there.
I was only 2 years old when Jim passed. Although I don't have many memories of my family life at that age I'm certain that I was impacted by his music by hearing it on the radio. How else can you explain as a young child knowing all of the lyrics to all of his songs, Operator, Time in a bottle, etc. And even as a young kid I could recognize the heartbreak in his poetic lyrics.
It's so haunting for me to think of all of the music he was going to write and preform - after 1973.
How is this so slept on? This is a masterpiece
first heard this song in 1998 while helping my dad fixing our car and niw I'm 36 and still listening to this day my dad is now 64
Rest peacefully Jim! 50 yrs today since u passed. Sad day. Was only 8 then. Fly high!!
I was 7 when he died. I grew up loving his calming voice.
I was pregnant with my baby boy John when Jim and Murray died in September 1973, and both he and I love Jim Croce. Crazy how next year (2023) he and Murray will be gone 50 years
This was a GREAT LOSS!
Wot a waste 70s the best years.
These two together produced some of the most beautiful acoustic guitar music period.
Can’t think of too many songs as beautiful as this one… incredible.
Alabama Rain
He was part of my youth. Rest in peace my mentor. For ever love you
My dad, also named Jim, played all these LPs for me. Don't Mess Around With Jim, obviously a favorite, but as my dad said, "This music will stay with you all your life." God Bless you Jim... both of ya.
Thi song is for nyone who's ever been anywhere they knew they didn't belong... This man's genius was his reletability
My favorite singer/songwriter. And Maury’s leads on acoustic are great and something you don’t hear a lot.
people who don't know about Jim are the sad peopele. I don't blame them, Jim is for everyone but not for anyone.
@Folk Music Great man! So strange, I was about the same age as you back then in 2010. It was the song Operator that blew my mind playing on a FM station one Sunday evening.
There was no Shazaam then but I remembered the lyrics of the Chorus and googled him up. I've listened him back and forth since then.....
@@axlflash Awesome discovery ain’t they!
@Folk Music yes. Sept. 20th, 1973 to be exact. My brother gave me one of his albums a day or two later and it’s stuck with me forever.
@Folk Music good for you, you have found Jim's music. I found his music about the same age, many yrs ago.
Friends, Jim and Harry are playing their guitars and singing together in Heaven.
My favorite song, from Jim Croce. His death was such a tragedy, we lost one of the best musicians.
I have struggled with addiction on and off for almost 20 years. The first time I heard this song I could immediately relate. My figurative New York is my ongoing battle with substance abuse. Jim had such a unique ability to capture emotions in a clear, honest, and concise way that made his music so easy to relate to. Whatever your “New York” is, just remember it’s not your home. We all struggle with something but if you’re reading this, I hope you know that your issues are not your identity. Never give up, humble yourself, ask for help, ask God to reveal himself to you and forgive you. Things can, and will get better. God bless and rest in peace Jim. Your music has helped me through some tough times.
Incredible story.
RIP Jim and Maury. Thank you for the beautiful music that have a place in the soundtrack of my life.
This man is a legend. His music hits me on a very deep level that I can’t really describe… I think 70s music is the best because it was so organic.
Love Croce. I do love that this video put some focus on Maury. Two truly talented musicians.
Just two guys with a guitar. Nothing special. Yet it was and is and will forever be. Beautiful in it's simplicity, it speaks to the heart, like Croce always managed to do.
No matter how many times I hear this song, it still gives me chills. A true masterpiece
I miss L.A. 😢Visits aren't enough anymore. My soul begs me to stay everytime ❤
I really wish Jim Croce was still alive. He has his son that sounds almost exactly like him. I just wish Jim Croce was still alive. Everyone I was born in 1970 and when he died was 1973 in a plane crash I wish everybody we could turn back time and tell Jim Croce not to get on that plane And his friends
Truly A Gift, True and Heartfelt, Timeless. What A Human Being. May He Rest In Peace.
I found his looks to be quite profound as a child. Once I finally got my first record player, I found I was not wrong. He was one of the most profound people I could ever listen to
I've been to Long Beach and NYC. I went to the top of the Trade Center. But I couldn't ever call New York home.
Lyrics
Well, things were spinning round me
And all my thoughts were cloudy
And I had begun to doubt all the things that were me
Been in so many places
You know I've run so many races
And looked into the empty faces of the people of the night
And something is just not right
'Cause I know that I gotta get out of here
I'm so alone
Don't you know that I gotta get out of here
'Cause, New York's not my home
Though all the streets are crowded
There's something strange about it
I lived there about a year and I never once felt at home
I thought I'd make the big time
I learned a lot of lessons awful quick
And now I'm telling you
That they were not the nice kind
And it's been so long since I have felt fine
That's the reason that I gotta get out of here
I'm so alone
Don't you know that I gotta get out of here
'Cause New York's not my home
That's the reason that I gotta get out of here
I'm so alone
Don't you know that I gotta get out of here
'Cause New York's not my home
Loved like a lost uncle by 10s of millions! Music died in a plane crash and went straight up to heaven ....
Rip Jim & Maury Taken From Us To Soon 😢😢 Nearly 51 Years On 😢
I was just in primary school when Jim hit the charts, but his music really grabbed me. Then, he was gone. He was such a gentle soul that maybe God graduated him to Angle.
This song got me through the hardest year of my life living in NYC with my fiancee. Thank G-d we have moved far away and hopefully never return! What a gift Jim's brief time on this earth was
It's easy to forget how packed his catalogue is with lesser known soul-soothing jewels and I sorely need to go deep diving. Long gone and still giving, thanks Jim wherever you are 🙏
I’m thankful for the music he was able to leave us with, but I just wish there was more😥
One of his best songs. Not only personal experience but that of many of us that find ourselves in foreign territory. The longing for home is palatable. Yet identifying new experiences to achieve is also paramount.
I still enjoy his music. RIP Jim. Gone too soon.
I WAS 12 BACK IN MEXICO WHEN THE RADIO PLAYED OPERATOR"OPERADORA DE TELEFONOS"WAS THE ONLY WORD I UNDERTOOD.
BUT THE FEELING WAS BEAUTIFUL...😢😢😢😅😅😅
NOW I UNDERSTAND ALOT MORE ENGLISH..IT IS SUPERB...❤❤❤❤
There were friends who decided New York was their home.. Others who had to get to California. I sampled several of the Big Cities and settled on a further afield set of choices. The memories are thick with many emotions. I do feel lucky that we have what we do but, man, what a loss.
🎶That's the reason that I've gotta get outta here
I'm so alone🎶🎶
🎶Don't you know that I gotta get outta here
'Cause New York's not my home🎶
My dad absolutely loved Jim Croce...I had a mom and a dad that loved music...my dad just a little more than my dad. He use to come home with records of new artists that he really liked. He loved Bob Dylan (probably his favorite). He knew Elton John, Rod Stewart and a few others were going to have big careers.
HE HAD MUCH ATMOSPHEREICAL THOUGHTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gone way before his time.His music will remain timeless
In 2023 , still great.....
Change NY to this world.
Croce was real
I wish I could've met you two. Rest in peace legends
The definition of Hip
Such a unique songwriter. Every song he wrote makes every word relatable. Its a shame that he left this world so early. I think he would of had many more great stories to tell us.
He's always taking me away to world of imagination
Perhaps one of the best live performances I've seen on UA-cam. Maury fantastic as always... Jim in IMHO one of his best instrumental and vocal performances.
I miss you Jim
i have been listening to jim croce since the day i was born in 1983 (probably); because of my mother…i am thankful
I have more of a connection to this song than any of Jim's songs. Why I don't know.
It feels like a Spiritual song. That is how I feel when I listen to this song.
I love singing this song to all of those arrogant New Yorkers whenever I meet them . . . when they started to sing Frank and Jay-Z's song --- I tell them that I have a better one and I belt out the following:
🎼 I gotta get outa here, cause NY not my home 🎵🎶 . . . "
#HaHa
Still makes me sad. 2022. 1974 was a great year.
Jims music and all music from the 70's was the best music ever.All songs had meaning to it,all told a story.I was so lucky to grow up with this great music .So.many great songs and musicians.I still listen to 60's,70's music and allways will till the day I dieGod bless all these musicians for all there great and amazing songs
I Love his music … he’s got a beautiful voice
I remember them playing one of his songs on Magnum PI. In 1987. I remember going to a record store and then looking for his record and particularly the song don't mess around with Jim.
I was 12 when he died but already a huge Croce fan. His music has followed me all my days!!
The Best ever !
I think that's my favorite song out of Jim's greatest hits album. I love this song and listened to it so many times growing up. The strings in the recorded song add a lot to it. But his voice and guitar playing is just like on the album. Beautiful.
Dudes singing my thoughts.
Hands down my Favorite Jim Croce Song. I can totally relate to this song
Still lovely, still takes me back.
I live right outside NYC and consider it home but still love this song.
Kind of how I feel in CT - I was born and raised in NY - yet CT is not really my home even thought I've been here 30 years.
Hello sandy 👋......how are you doing?
Jim, every time. whatever he plays I'm there. wonderful
Love this song. Totally understand it. Spent time in Maine. It’s not like you’d think either. Empty faces in NYC true. Been there too. Seems like they’re all so lonely. Looking for somewhere to land. 😞
I had a cousin who graduated in music conservatory… every song just sing it every fluctuating of string he was so amazing… jammin with friends with a bottle of beer
if you're listening to the guitar, it's Maury you're hearing...
He’s not even a “what if” he made his mark… what a song writer and performer
He still somehow is if you compare him to ones such as Lennon, Elvis, Mercury, Michael Jackson, etc.
I hold many records…. I have his greatest hits
I think it's what 50 years this year of '23 that Jim and Maury have been gone.
it seems like so long ago and then it seems like just yesterday to me
Big cities are sick, listen to the wise guy!
Just fantastic. Beautiful..
thank you Jim