I Got a Name cover

I Got a Name

Jim Croce · 1973

30 min · 11 tracks · blues · folk rock · traditional folk music

A heartfelt blend of folk rock and soft melodies that encapsulates storytelling with emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling warmth
  • heartfelt reflections on everyday life
  • easygoing background for relaxation
  • nostalgic vibes for reflective moments
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy anthems
  • prefer longer immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 1, 1973, 'I Got a Name' was Jim Croce's fifth studio album and came just months before his untimely death in a plane crash. At this point in his career, Croce had already achieved significant commercial success with hits like 'Bad, Bad Leroy Brown', making this album a poignant reflection of his artistry during a peak period.
Stylistic neighbors
Harry Chapin· John Denver· Gordon Lightfoot

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Got a Name 3:09
  • 2 Lover’s Cross 3:02
  • 3 Five Short Minutes 3:32
  • 4 Age 3:44
  • 5 Workin’ at the Car Wash Blues 2:29
  • 6 I’ll Have to Say I Love You in a Song 2:28
  • 7 Salon and Saloon 2:30
  • 8 Thursday 2:20
  • 9 Top Hat Bar and Grille 2:48
  • 10 Recently 2:31
  • 11 The Hard Way Every Time 2:24

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