Workin' at the Car Wash Blues

Jim Croce

About Workin' at the Car Wash Blues

"Workin' at the Car Wash Blues" is a 1974 single written and recorded by Jim Croce. It was the third single released from his album I Got a Name. It reached a peak of #32 in July 1974 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was also the fourth single released (including Christmas-themed release "It Doesn't Have To Be That Way") after Jim Croce's passing in September 1973.


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Well, I had just got out from the county prison
Doin' ninety days for non support
Tried to find me an executive position
But no matter how smooth I talked
They wouldn't listen to the fact that I was a genius
The man say, we got all that we can use
Now I got them steadily depressin', low down mind messin'
Working at the car wash blues

Well, I should be sittin' in an air conditioned office
In a swivel chair
Talkin' some trash to the secretaries
Sayin', here, now mama, come on over here
Instead, I'm stuck here rubbin' these fenders with a rag
And walkin' home in soggy old shoes
With them steadily depressin', low down mind messin'
Workin' at the car wash blues

You know a man of my ability
He should be smokin' on a big cigar
But till I get myself straight I guess I'll just have to wait
In my rubber suit a rubbin' these cars

Well, all I can do is a shake my head
You might not believe that it's true
For workin' at this end of Niagara Falls
Is an undiscovered Howard Hughes
So baby, don't expect to see me
With no double martini in any high brow society news
'Cause I got them steadily depressin', low down mind messin'
Workin' at the car wash blues

So baby, don't expect to see me
With no double martini in any high brow society news
'Cause I got them steadily depressin', low down mind messin'
Workin' at the car wash blues
Yeah I got them steadily depressin', low down mind messin'
Workin' at the car wash blues

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Jim Croce

James Joseph "Jim" Croce (/ˈkroʊtʃi/; January 10, 1943 – September 20, 1973) was an American singer-songwriter. Between 1966 and 1973, Croce released five studio albums and 11 singles. His singles "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" and "Time in a Bottle" were both number one hits on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. more »

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Written by: Jim Croce

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"Workin' at the Car Wash Blues" mostly falls under the folk and soft rock genres.
Release
The song was released posthumously in 1974 on the album "I Got a Name" after Jim Croce's tragic death in a plane crash in 1973.
Popularity
Despite its late release, the song quickly became one of Jim Croce's most popular tunes. It was known for its catchy tune and relatability to the working-class audience.
Lyrics
The song is known for its humor and irony as it tells the story of a man who dreams of achieving greatness but ends up "workin' at the car wash."
Music Video
A popular animation video of the song was created by a fan, which went viral and further increased the song's popularity.
Influences
The song is said to be influenced by blues and country music, with a notable harmonica part that adds a bluesy feel to the song.
Chart Performance
The song didn't chart as it wasn't released as a single. Most of its fame came from radio airplay and word of mouth.
Covers
It has been covered several times by different musicians, demonstrating its lasting impact in the music world.
Use in Media
The track has been used in various TV series, commercials, and movies, thereby reaching new audiences long after Jim Croce's passing.
Last Album
It's notable that the album "I Got a Name" where "Workin' at the Car Wash Blues" is found, is the last Jim Croce album to be released before his death.

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