Jim Croce
Jim Croce (1943-1973) was a beloved American folk-rock singer-songwriter known for his witty, poignant lyrics and storytelling, who achieved major success in the early 1970s with hits like "Time in a Bottle" and "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" before tragically dying in a plane crash at age 30, just as his career peaked. He started with folk music in the '60s, performing with his wife Ingrid, but after financial struggles and odd jobs, his breakthrough came with his 1972 album You Don't Mess Around with Jim, leading to sold-out tours and posthumous recognition.
Known For
- Time in a Bottle
- You Don't Mess Around with Jim
- I Got a Name
- Operator (That's Not the Way It Feels)
- I'll Have to Say I Love You In a Song
Discography Highlights
- Lost Time In a Bottle 2014
- Home Recordings: Americana 2003
- I Got a Name 1973
- Life & Times 1973
- You Don't Mess Around With Jim 1972
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Soundtrack Appearances
Brassic (S7) - 1 song(s)
TV Show
Stranger Things (S2) - 2 song(s)
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In a nostalgic flashback, Hopper spins a vinyl record for Eleven as they bond over music. The scene then cuts to a quick montage of them tidying up the cabin together and Hopper teaching Eleven how to use the radio for Morse code messages.
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As Hopper cruises to Mellard's General Store, he can't help but belt out his favorite tunes on the car radio. With a carefree grin, he sings along to the upbeat melody, soaking up the sunshine and good vibes.
The Chair Company (S1) - 1 song(s)
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As Ron works on his daughter's rehearsal slideshow to the tune of Jim Croce's classic hit "I Got a Name", he can't help but get choked up flipping through fond memories. / Ending Credits Music