For decades,Jimmy Buffett entertained fans with his music, making them dream of Margaritaville.

To reach the top of a genre, it takes consistency, creating hits that define that specific style.

Fans start to become accustomed to the leading names, constantly flocking to their tunes.

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Certainly, there was no shortage of hits when it came to Jimmy Buffett’s discography.

Beginning his career in 1961, Buffett remained active up until his death in September 2023.

He left behind 32 studio albums and countless other works for fans to enjoy.

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Additionally,it included a hidden gem known as “Boat Drinks.

“Although this song was not intended to be the main hit, it would skyrocket in popularity.

Part of what made the song so appealing was the story behind it.

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Instead,he focused on writing books.

The first one he published, titledTales from Margaritaville,also arrived in 1989.

It wouldn’t be until 1994 that Buffett released his next album,Fruitcakes.

jimmy buffett lays on a hammock. He strums a wooden guitar. He has curly medium hair, a mustache, and a red shirt on. A yellow parrot is visible. There is a palm tree behind him to the left, and the blue sky ad ocean can be seen with some clouds.

However, that didn’t mean he didn’t have some tropical rock hits left to give.

One of the most sentimental songs from the record was “Oldest Surfer on the Beach.”

The surfer may have been older, but he was still iconic.

More importantly,Buffett’s words helped others, bringing them hope in a different way.

From the milestone album, one of the most popular songs was the title track.

Ultimately, the words could be easily translated, and fans connected with the unique tune.

The song is somewhat tongue-in-cheek, but that’s what has helped its appeal.

However,its release occurred posthumouslyin November of the same year.

One of the most special songs on his final record was “University Of Bourbon Street.”

It provided Buffett another opportunity to honor a place that was so dear to him: New Orleans.

Another aspect that made the tune special wasthe involvement of the legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band from the city.

For some, it happens right away, and for others, it takes some time.

“The song was from the albumLiving and Dying in 3/4 Time.

It became his first Top 40 single, reaching number 30 on theBillboardHot 100.

It also placed on two moreBillboardcharts, adding to its success.

The song became so popular that it is Buffett’ssecond most-played live song, with over 1,200 performances.

The tune was written by Buffett for his future wife while he was traveling.

It is a track that carried a lot of meaning for him and for his fans.

However,his biggest collaboration occurred in 2003when he teamed up with Alan Jackson.

The two collaborated tocreate the classic track, “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere.

Currently,it is 3x platinum and is regarded as one of the greatest hits for both artists.

The song arrived in 1977, butby 1985, it grew to be much more than just catchy lyrics.

Starting in Key West, Buffett was famously able to turn it into an entire marketing strategy.

It led to the creation of hotels, resorts, restaurants, and more.

Over the years, it has been covered by artists such asSammy Hagarand Toby Keith.

It has also been featured in pop culture, including during a skit onSaturday Night Live.