#1 · 1973
Last studio album released shortly before Croce's death, featuring the title track and "I'll Have To Say I Love You In A Song."
11 tracksABC Records1973 original pressingsRock/Blues
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Jim Croce
Jim Croce, born in Philadelphia in 1943, was an American folk rock singer-songwriter active mainly in the early 1970s. His work combined rock, blues, and country influences before his untimely death in 1973.
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About
Jim Croce, American folk rock singer-songwriter from Philadelphia.
Notable for 1970s hits on ABC Records with collectible original LP pressings.
James Joseph Croce originated from Philadelphia and studied at Villanova University in Pennsylvania. Throughout the 1960s, he performed with his wife Ingrid in a folk duo, covering artists like Joan Baez and Woody Guthrie alongside his own compositions. He combined elements of rock, blues, and country music. In 1970, he signed a three-year contract with ABC Records leading to commercial success. His notable albums include "You Don't Mess Around With Jim" (1972), "Life And Times" (1973), and "I Got A Name" (1973), with hits like "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" topping charts in 1973.
Croce’s career was cut short when he died in a plane crash in Louisiana on September 20, 1973, shortly after releasing "I Got A Name." His vinyl discography remains available with multiple editions and reissue…
Discography
Jim Croce — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Sony Music Commercial Music Group · 2013The Lost Recordings
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Essential! Records · 1990Jim Croce Live: The Final Tour
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ABC Records · 1973Life And Times
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ABC Records · 1973I Got A Name
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ABC Records · 1972You Don't Mess Around With Jim
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Not On Label (Jim Croce Self-released) · 1966Facets
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Jim Croce's career.
01
Time in a Bottle
You Don't Mess Around With Jim · 1972
02
Operator (That's Not the Way It Feels)
You Don't Mess Around With Jim · 1972
03
Bad, Bad Leroy Brown
Life And Times · 1973
04
You Don't Mess Around With Jim
You Don't Mess Around With Jim · 1972
05
Walkin’ Back To Georgia
You Don't Mess Around With Jim · 1972
06
I Got a Name
I Got A Name · 1973
07
I Got A Name - Stereo Version
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08
New York's Not My Home
You Don't Mess Around With Jim · 1972
The essentials
The 3 Jim Croce albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1972
Breakthrough album with hits like the title track, "Operator," and "Time In A Bottle," marking a vital 1970s folk rock moment.
12 tracksABC RecordsOriginal stereo pressing availablePop Rock
#3 · 1973
Follow-up to his breakthrough with songs including "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" and "Roller Derby Queen."
11 tracksABC Records1973 pressingsFolk Rock
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
I Got A Name
Market position
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Min price 1 €Max price 7 €
Average price
1,99 €
Only 94 copies for sale on Discogs
760 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Jim Croce Live: The Final Tour
Market position
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Min price 20 €Max price 61 €
Average price
40,45 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
233 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Life And Times
Market position
i
Min price 1 €Max price 12 €
Average price
3,48 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
383 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
You Don't Mess Around With Jim
Market position
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Min price 7 €Max price 87 €
Average price
10,54 €
Only 22 copies for sale on Discogs
748 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Jim Croce
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"I signed a contract with ABC Records in 1970 which changed everything for me."— Jim Croce
01Studio
Recording "You Don't Mess Around With Jim" in 1972
This album was released on ABC Records in 1972 and includes tracks like "Time In A Bottle" and "Operator." It became a commercial success with original stereo pressings now collectible.
02Live Album
"Jim Croce Live: The Final Tour" from 1990
This posthumous live album was released in stereo on LP through Essential! Records in the UK with 16 tracks capturing Croce's live performance energy.
03Pressing
Original US ABC Records pressing of "I Got A Name"
The 1973 ABC Records LP pressing with catalog number ABCX-797 is an original stereo pressing from the US priced between around 2.18 and 7 euros on the collector's market.
04Chart Success
"Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" hits #1 in 1973
This single from "Life And Times" earned high sales in the US, topping charts and selling two million copies.
"Music should tell a story that connects with people's lives."— Jim Croce
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FAQ
FAQ: Jim Croce on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was Jim Croce born and where?
Jim Croce was born on January 10, 1943, in Philadelphia, United States.
What are Jim Croce's most notable albums on vinyl?
Significant vinyl albums include "You Don't Mess Around With Jim" (1972), "Life And Times" (1973), and "I Got A Name" (1973).
Which Jim Croce album features the track "Time In A Bottle"?
The song "Time In A Bottle" is featured on the album "You Don't Mess Around With Jim."
Are original pressings of "I Got A Name" rare and valuable?
Original ABC Records pressings of "I Got A Name" from 1973 are available on the market, with prices ranging from approximately 0.86 to 7 euros depending on condition and edition.
What happened to Jim Croce in 1973?
Jim Croce died in a plane crash in Louisiana on September 20, 1973, two months after the release of his last studio album.
Is there a live Jim Croce album available on vinyl?
Yes, "Jim Croce Live: The Final Tour" was released on vinyl in 1990 and reissued in 2024 with limited editions available.
Where can I find Jim Croce vinyl records in France?
Jim Croce’s vinyl records are distributed in France through various retailers and online marketplaces specializing in classic rock and folk collections.
Are there French pressings or editions of Jim Croce's albums?
French editions are less common; most original and reissue pressings come from the US, UK, and Canada.
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Last updated: 07/07/2026