You Don't Mess Around With Jim is the breakthrough studio album from the legendary singer-songwriter Jim Croce, blending vivid storytelling with heartfelt folk-pop melodies. Released in 1972, the album features some of Croce's best-loved tracks, including the iconic “Operator (That's Not the Way It Feels)” and the timeless “Time in a Bottle,” showcasing his gift for turning everyday tales into lyrical masterpieces.
This BMG reissue brings Croce's warm, dynamic sound to new audiences, capturing the essence of his soulful vocals and evocative guitar work. With themes of love, loss, and resilience, You Don't Mess Around With Jim remains a standout in both the folk and rock genres—an essential listen for fans of classic storytelling and rich, acoustic-driven arrangements.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: BMG
- Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 2020
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TRACKS
A1. You Don't Mess Around With Jim
A2. Tomorrow's Gonna Be A Brighter Day
A3. New York's Not My Home
A4. Hard Time Losin' Man
A5. Photographs And Memories
A6. Walkin' Back To Georgia
B1. Operator (That's Not The Way It Feels)
B2. Time In A Bottle
B3. Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy)
B4. Box #10
B5. A Long Time Ago
B6. Hey Tomorrow
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