Jimmy Buffett Songs Ranked

James William Buffett (born December 25, 1946) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, author, actor, and businessman. He is best known for his music, which often portrays an “island escapism” lifestyle. Together with his Coral Reefer Band, Buffett has recorded hit songs including “Margaritaville” (ranked 234th on the Recording Industry Association of America’s list of “Songs of the Century”) and “Come Monday”. He has a devoted base of fans known as “Parrotheads”. Aside from his career in music, Buffett is also a best-selling author and is involved in two restaurant chains named after two of his best-known songs; he owns the Margaritaville Cafe restaurant chain and co-developed the Cheeseburger in Paradise restaurant chain. Buffett is one of the world’s richest musicians, with a net worth of $550 million. Here are all of Jimmy Buffett’s songs ranked.

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20. Pencil Thin Mustache (Living and Dying in 3/4 Time, 1974)

“What can I say but this is a Jimmy Buffett classic. If you want an uplifting song that is just plain fun, this is it. You can’t go wrong with this one. Love it!”

19. Life Is Just a Tire Swing (A1A, 1974)

“I’m a Buffet fan from way back, and I think this is one of the oldies but goodies. A lot of great songs before he went Hollywood. He still great and I wanted to listen to some of his early stuff.”

18. Last Mango In Paris (Last Mango In Paris, 1985)

“Last Mango in Paris is a great song and I always enjoyed listening to this album. Then, the Florida weather took control of my albums and I lost this one. Thanks Amazon for stocking this CD, so I can listen to it again.”

17. Summerzcool (Buffet Hotel, 2009)

“What’s not to like about a Jimmy Buffett song that talks about a cool school to go to in the summer. Good beat and cool lyrics! The concert was really good also!”

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16. Bama Breeze (Take the Weather with You, 2006)

“It reminds me of living along the Gulf Coast for several years. It transports the listener to different time to those great dive bars that dotted the coast line before the storms took their toll.”

15. Biloxi (Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes, 1977)

“Just adore JB – there is not one dud song on any of his albums unlike most artists absolutely brilliant songwriter musician such a god given talent!”

14. Come Monday (You Had to Be There, 1978)

“The only song Buffett made that can be called excellent is this song. “Come Monday” is a beautiful song that has nothing to do with that sun ‘n fun crap Buffett is famous for. This is about a man who’s been away from his lover and just wants her back by his side. Kinda sad, and Buffett gives a great performance. If only he stayed like this…”

13. Fins (Volcano, 1979)

“I like steel drum music but other albums bought have produced sonic fatigue. Not this one. Perhaps it’s the material or the timbre of the pans being played but I can listen to this over and over again. Highly recommend to fans of Jimmy Buffett. Great to mix in with Jimmy albums in five disc changer and put on shuffle play.”

12. Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes (Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes, 1977)

“CHANGES IN LATITUDES, CHANGES IN ATTITUDES is where Jimmy Buffett’s special outdoors-focused blend of country-rock and Caribbean music reaches its peak of quality.”

11. School Boy Heart (Banana Wind, 1996)

“Since I don’t have all of Buffett’s work, I don’t know what’s new and what’s not. I just enjoyed the album, especially the hidden track! All in all, I really think that Banana Wind is my favorite collection of Jimmy Buffet’s work.”

10. Volcano (Volcano, 1979)

“For me, “Volcano” (along with the two previous records) demonstrates exactly what is so great about Buffett – the music and his willingness to go wherever his muse takes him. What I really like about Buffett is if you only take in surface appearances, then yes you may write off Buffett as a shallow performer. That would be the worst thing to do. There is a reason why the 1992 box set “Boats, Beaches, Bars, and Ballads” is one of the biggest selling box sets ever – Buffett is a MUCH DEEPER performer with a richer body of work than his critics give him credit for. Sure he has his share of party tunes (not that there’s anything wrong with that – some of his best material are his party tunes), but he’s also quite reflective and imaginative and endlessly inventive. Although neither here nor there in regards to “Volcano”, Buffett has brought some of this attitude upon himself with some of the mindless, WTF filler that appears on his later day albums, just providing fodder for the critic.”

9. Lovely Cruise (Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes, 1977)

“Every cruise ship entertainer should be playing this song when they end their last set of the voyage. A transferrable message to any going away situation.”

8. Gypsies In the Palace (Last Mango in Paris, 1985)

“Reminds us not to take ourselves or our corporate behavior too seriously. Laugh, loosen up, be creative, and explore the world out there.”

7. Remittance Man (Barometer Soup, 1995)

“Jimmy Buffett hasn’t made consistently good albums since the seventies, but every once in a while since the parrothead throngs started flocking to his shows, he puts together a solid one. This is the case here. Buffett’s albums are always amiable and light-hearted, and this one is, too. It also has enough inspired salty dog poetry to push it beyond the realm of the beachside muzak that Buffett has been pandering to his parrothead fans since the eighties.”

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6. Happily Ever After (Banana Wind, 1996)

“A positive and joyful song to walk to, which helps me every day. Not his best, but quite enjoyable. If you’re a fan, you know what you’re in for.”

5. One Particular Harbour (One Particular Harbour, 1983)

“This song is a mellow ballad with a soft-rock feel. I saw Jimmy Buffet in concert over the summer in Indy. The Master Parrot gives a super performance and gets you energized!!! It’s just a great song. Up lifting and fun and brings the beach to your heart.”

4. Cheeseburger In Paradise (Son of a Son of a Sailor, 1978)

“Jimmy Buffett is an artist that while I respect, I also have sort of mixed feelings on. Some of his writing could get quite ridiculous, and his sound isn’t really one that leaves too long of a lasting impact. That being said, I do appreciate that he always sounds like he’s having fun with what he does, and I think this song is one of the best examples of that.”

3. Grapefruit-Juicy Fruit (A White Sport Coat and a Pink Crustacean, 1973)

“Now if only Wrigley’s would bring back grapefruit Juicy Fruit. Great for lazy days by the beach…. or wishing for Summer.”

2. Brown Eyed Girl (One Particular Harbour 1983)

“A nice cover of a classic tune, the ultimate in summer music! Parrotheads and everyone else are sure to enjoy this. There will never be anyone who can sing this music better Nobody will ever match his talent I love it”

1. Margaritaville (Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes 1977)

“One of my favorite feel-good songs of all time. Always a great go to when lounging and having a cold drink on a hot evening. Absolutely his best song!”