Review
"I Got a Name" by Jim Croce ain't just a stroll down musical memory lane, it's a heartfelt tribute to his talent in the folk rock and blues world. Released after his unfortunate passin’ in a plane crash in 1973, this album marked his fifth and final studio hoorah. Among these tunes, "I Got a Name," penned by folks other than Croce, stands out with its role in "The Last American Hero" film and hit the charts proudly.
Now, if you ask me about some of them tracks, I'd say you've struck gold with "I'll Have to Say I Love You in a Song." It's one of those that serenades your soul, peakin' at number 9 and all that. Then there's "Workin' at the Car Wash Blues," which gives you a peek into life's other side, the kind without a mic and a spotlight. Let's not skip "Lover's Cross," a gem that stays underrated yet loved, with its delicate and down-to-earth melody ticklin' your ears nicely.
The album rounds off with heartfelt tracks like "Salon and Saloon," feature that sparse piano that really tugs on your heartstrings, thanks to Croce's buddy, Maury Muehleisen. Croce had this knack of mixing sunny melodies with thoughtful lyrics, evident in numbers like "Five Short Minutes" and "Thursday". The album’s popularity, hitting number 2 when times were somber, goes to show how Croce continues to warm hearts, with golden tunes everyone cherishes 'til today. - Jackson
