About the song
Today, I’m thrilled to dive into the soulful realms of music with a timeless classic: “Time in a Bottle” by the legendary Jim Croce. This song is like a treasure chest of emotions, delicately crafted with heartfelt lyrics and Croce’s soothing vocals that resonate deep within.
Written by the maestro himself, Jim Croce, “Time in a Bottle” is a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of time and the longing to capture moments forever. Released as a single in 1973, it quickly captured the hearts of listeners worldwide, finding its home in Croce’s album “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim.” The album itself is a masterpiece, showcasing Croce’s versatility as a songwriter and performer.
“Time in a Bottle” wasn’t just another hit song; it soared to the top of the charts, reaching the number-one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its success wasn’t confined to the United States; it also made waves internationally, climbing the charts in several countries.
Croce’s tragic passing shortly after the song’s release added an extra layer of poignancy to its already profound lyrics. His untimely death in a plane crash cut short a promising career, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages.
As you listen to “Time in a Bottle,” let yourself be swept away by its melancholic beauty and profound wisdom. It’s more than just a song; it’s a precious reminder to cherish every moment we have, for time is indeed a precious commodity that we can never truly hold onto.
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Lyrics
If I could save time in a bottle
The first thing that I’d like to do
Is to save every day
‘Til eternity passes away
Just to spend them with you
If I could make days last forever
If words could make wishes come true
I’d save every day like a treasure and then
Again, I would spend them with you
But there never seems to be enough time
To do the things you want to do
Once you find them
I’ve looked around enough to know
That you’re the one I want to go
Through time with
If I had a box just for wishes
And dreams that had never come true
The box would be empty
Except for the memory
Of how they were answered by you
But there never seems to be enough time
To do the things you want to do
Once you find them
I’ve looked around enough to know
That you’re the one I want to go
Through time with