Frank & Rick
BAD, BAD LEROY BROWN
(Jim Croce)
Originally released in 1973 by Jim Croce, “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” became one of the most iconic story-songs of the 1970s. Set on the South Side of Chicago, the song tells the tale of Leroy Brown, a feared and flashy street tough whose confidence eventually leads him into trouble. With its catchy boogie-woogie rhythm, vivid lyrics, and cinematic storytelling, the song reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts and remains one of Croce’s signature hits.
Over the years, “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” has been interpreted by many artists across different genres, including Frank Sinatra, Dolly Parton, Kim Carnes and several contemporary performers, confirming the song’s enduring popularity and influence across generations.
Today, the song returns with a fresh new interpretation by the duo “Frank & Rick” (Frank Trabucco and Rick Cusin) who bring renewed energy and personality to this timeless classic. Their version of “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” is now available on major digital music platforms, from Amazon Music to Spotify.
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