I cannot understate how much this man's music has influenced my life. I now live less than 6 minutes from the ocean just because I decided, when I retired, that I wanted to grow old like one of the beach bums in Jimmy Buffett's music. And I'm doing it.
Hello Parrotheads My favorite Jimmy Buffett song. Or Son of a Son of a Sailor, The Wino and I Know, The Last Mango in Paris and of course Fins or Volcano🇨🇦🇨🇦
So sad to hear of Jimmy Buffett's recent passing. He was a great singer-songwriter, musician & actor. His songs had such a laid back island feel to them. I had a couple of his albums. He had a lot of hits especially in the 70's-80's such as "Margaritaville", "Son Of Son Of A Sailor", "Come Monday", "Fins", “He Went To Paris”, “Cheeseburger In Paradise”, “One Particular Harbor”, “Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes”, “Volcano”, “Boat Drinks”, “Pencil Thin Mustache” etc.
Excellent analysis Biz. Jimmy was an incredible lyricist who songs are often introspective and deeper than they appear on the surface. Jimmy was the patron saint of good times and sunburned, flip flop wearing slackers who used to make up a large part of the Florida keys and beach scene. Sadly, that culture has been replaced by expensive condo's and commercialism. I recommend you listen to some of his live concert videos so you can partake of his charming stage presence and happy go lucky personality. A couple favorites are: "One Particular Harbor" "Son of a son of a Sailor" And of course "Margaritaville" His biggest hit. He will be missed 💔
Jimmy Buffet's music is a national treasure. He sang the lyrics that hit home to so many. Byz you got it on the first listen! Go way back to the early stuff.One of the greatest albums ever by anyone 'Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes'
Influenced by Jimmy Buffet Van Morrison. Otis Redding, James Taylor, Creedence Clearwater Revival and more, The Beach Boys. Tommy James & the Shondells, The Lovin' Spoonful, Roy Orbison and more, Kenny Chesney, Jackson Browne, Zac Brown Band, Billy Joel, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, John Mellencamp, Fleetwood Mac and more. The reason Kenny Cheney bought an island home on the beach. You are now a Parrot Head or Parrothead
Jimmy was first taken to Key West, Fl, by Jerry Jeff Walker in November 1971. Jerry Jeff was the man who wrote the song, Mr. Bojangles. The person playing harmonica is Greg "Fingers" Taylor. He was a member of the Coral Reefer Band (Jimmy's band) from 1974 to 2000. He is now retired do to Alzheimer's disease.
The greatest verse in any song, “I’ve done a bit of smuggling, and I’ve run my share of grass, I made enough money to buy Miami but I pissed it away so fast”. That describes me in the 1980. 😳
Correction , it's Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers , Banana Republic lives rent free in my head , also Why Don't We Get Drunk and Screw . Not a proposition
Thank you Biz, you nailed it with your comments. This is another song of my youth, my buddies and I would drink and raise hell with this song as a backdrop. I have lost a few of those same buddies recently and this song has so much different meaning now that I have some mileage on these bones.
I love your take on this song Biz... You got it. Jimmy's catalog is deep my friend. Trust your ol' Rocker on this one my Friend .... Check out He went to Paris,..... Pencil thin mustache..... Changes in attitude changes latitude, and one particular harbor. You wont be disappointed my Friend.
Try LA freeway from Jerry Jeff walker! Pirate is what hooked me as a Jimmy fan. The song that sealed the deal for me was "Tin Cup Chalice"...different ocean, different coast, different latitude...(I am from the NW Washington coast)But the feeling is exactly the same. Just less tanning.
👍👍 Great choice. One of my favorite Buffet tunes. As much as you enjoy the lyrical aspects of a song, Jimmy Buffett is an artist you will enjoy. I'm gonna suggest Grapefruit Juicy Fruit for your next song.
Jimmy Buffet has a catalog of beautiful songs. Probably take about a year to listen to them……:but well worth it. Keep up the great job you’re doing. By the way, Jimmy Buffet to me is the greatest poet that ever lived
I cannot understate how much this man's music has influenced my life. I now live less than 6 minutes from the ocean just because I decided, when I retired, that I wanted to grow old like one of the beach bums in Jimmy Buffett's music. And I'm doing it.
Oh for the good old days.
The good news is if you sing about it the lifestyle can last a whole lot longer. Make your whole life like a tropical vacation.
Greg "Fingers" Taylor on that harmonica
Pirates 🦜
Another great Buffetf story song is. He Went To Paris.
You would love his "Come Monday" video! Thanks! :)
Cowboy in the Jungle and He Went to Paris are both great stories!
maybe my 2 favorite Buffet songs He Went To Paris is for sure my favorite
Hello Parrotheads
My favorite Jimmy Buffett song. Or Son of a Son of a Sailor, The Wino and I Know, The Last Mango in Paris and of course Fins or Volcano🇨🇦🇨🇦
Yes I am a pirate
The real story will break your heart.
❤
So sad to hear of Jimmy Buffett's recent passing. He was a great singer-songwriter, musician & actor. His songs had such a laid back island feel to them. I had a couple of his albums. He had a lot of hits especially in the 70's-80's such as "Margaritaville", "Son Of Son Of A Sailor", "Come Monday", "Fins", “He Went To Paris”, “Cheeseburger In Paradise”, “One Particular Harbor”, “Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes”, “Volcano”, “Boat Drinks”, “Pencil Thin Mustache” etc.
This is absolute favorite Jimmy Buffet song. Thanks for reacting to this. RIP Jimmy ❤
Mine to, although they are all great
Excellent analysis Biz. Jimmy was an incredible lyricist who songs are often introspective and deeper than they appear on the surface. Jimmy was the patron saint of good times and sunburned, flip flop wearing slackers who used to make up a large part of the Florida keys and beach scene. Sadly, that culture has been replaced by expensive condo's and commercialism.
I recommend you listen to some of his live concert videos so you can partake of his charming stage presence and happy go lucky personality. A couple favorites are:
"One Particular Harbor"
"Son of a son of a Sailor"
And of course "Margaritaville" His biggest hit.
He will be missed 💔
"The Weather Is Here (I Wish You Were Beautiful)" explains it all...
Rest In Peace Jimmy I got the opportunity to see you on many occasions across many states I’m proud to call myself a parrot head since 1986!
Jimmy was such a great song writer ❤
This song led me to join the navy. I had heard Mother Ocean call.
You should deep dive Jimmy Buffett. He was fun and reflective.
This song tears me up now. Thanks for playing it. How about Lovely Cruise or One Particular Harbour?
Very astute analysis, Biz. I love this song , probably my favorite by him . Nostalgia is bittersweet sometimes cause you can never go back.
Jimmy Buffet's music is a national treasure. He sang the lyrics that hit home to so many. Byz you got it on the first listen! Go way back to the early stuff.One of the greatest albums ever by anyone 'Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes'
You are right on Biz... a beautiful song.
Cheeseburger in Paradise
Come Monday
Fins
Margaritaville
Changes in Latitudes
Influenced by Jimmy Buffet Van Morrison. Otis Redding, James Taylor, Creedence Clearwater Revival and more, The Beach Boys. Tommy James & the Shondells, The Lovin' Spoonful, Roy Orbison and more, Kenny Chesney, Jackson Browne, Zac Brown Band, Billy Joel, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, John Mellencamp, Fleetwood Mac and more. The reason Kenny Cheney bought an island home on the beach. You are now a Parrot Head or Parrothead
Try 'Juicy Fruit'. This man inspired me to sail, Fins up!
Beautiful 👏👏👏☮️
Ironically..I was singing this song, walking to the grocery store today before the job.
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Jimmy was first taken to Key West, Fl, by Jerry Jeff Walker in November 1971. Jerry Jeff was the man who wrote the song, Mr. Bojangles.
The person playing harmonica is Greg "Fingers" Taylor. He was a member of the Coral Reefer Band (Jimmy's band) from 1974 to 2000. He is now retired do to Alzheimer's disease.
Greg "Fingers" Taylor died on November 23, 2023.
The greatest verse in any song, “I’ve done a bit of smuggling, and I’ve run my share of grass, I made enough money to buy Miami but I pissed it away so fast”. That describes me in the 1980. 😳
Correction , it's Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers , Banana Republic lives rent free in my head , also Why Don't We Get Drunk and Screw . Not a proposition
Thank you Biz, you nailed it with your comments. This is another song of my youth, my buddies and I would drink and raise hell with this song as a backdrop. I have lost a few of those same buddies recently and this song has so much different meaning now that I have some mileage on these bones.
Read Jimmy Buffett's Wiki: He lived a life that puts us all to shame. All he asked before he passed was to: Keep the party going.
Jimmy will never really die because his stories are timeless.
It sounds prophetic. It's was his life. Wow. Good choice, RIP
Jimmy had his own style
Jimmy was so much more than Marguritaville, as good as that is too.
Try He Went To Paris.
My fav jimmy buffet song!
I can relate! ✌️
You nailed it. The days of the sing song around a fire are long gone I'm afraid. Sad.
Thanks, I enjoyed it.
Long time fan of Jimmy Buffett here.
The man could tell a story,
My favorite Jimmy song I feel the same way it sucks getting old
I work at alpine valley. He was a regular every year. One of the best shows
One of the greatest man and yes he really did get in trouble for running grass
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Just Tanks ❤
It's such a beautiful song 🎵
I love your take on this song Biz... You got it. Jimmy's catalog is deep my friend. Trust your ol' Rocker on this one my Friend .... Check out He went to Paris,..... Pencil thin mustache..... Changes in attitude changes latitude, and one particular harbor. You wont be disappointed my Friend.
Man, you gotta check out He Went to Paris! Bob Dylan once said it was his favorite song. ❤
Try LA freeway from Jerry Jeff walker! Pirate is what hooked me as a Jimmy fan. The song that sealed the deal for me was "Tin Cup Chalice"...different ocean, different coast, different latitude...(I am from the NW Washington coast)But the feeling is exactly the same. Just less tanning.
👍👍 Great choice. One of my favorite Buffet tunes. As much as you enjoy the lyrical aspects of a song, Jimmy Buffett is an artist you will enjoy. I'm gonna suggest Grapefruit Juicy Fruit for your next song.
Jimmy Buffet has a catalog of beautiful songs. Probably take about a year to listen to them……:but well worth it. Keep up the great job you’re doing. By the way, Jimmy Buffet to me is the greatest poet that ever lived
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Damn… Hits a little harder we’ve you’ve blown through a couple of fortunes.. lol.. 2nd one wasn’t my fault, though..
I'm so glad you picked one of his not so popular songs 😊
It was very popular
Excellent reaction. You need to watch the live version from "You Had to Be There". Repeat viewer and now new Subscriber. Keep rocking + reaction.