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Critics have always been singularly unkind to Jimmy Buffett. Or at least they have since the singer became immune to their jabs, commanding a nation of Parrotheads who sell out his shows, snap up his records and books, and eat and drink in his nightclubs in Key West and New Orleans. By now, you've made up your mind as well: To paraphrase Buffett himself from his song "Volcano," you either lava him now, or you lava him not. Songs You Know by Heart is a friendly little best-of collection that features concert perennials such as "Margaritaville," "Fins," "Cheeseburger in Paradise," and the immutable "Why Don't We Get Drunk." If by some chance you've not yet been introduced to Buffett's music, this album is the best way to say hello. --Daniel Durchholz
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Media Type: CD
Artist: BUFFETT,JIMMY
Title: SONGS YOU KNOW BY HEART
Street Release Date: 04/25/1988
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Genre: ROCK/POP
No Track Information Available
Media Type: CD
Artist: BUFFETT,JIMMY
Title: SONGS YOU KNOW BY HEART
Street Release Date: 04/25/1988
Genre: ROCK/POP
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
43 of 44 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Of course, the mood I'm talking about is the "no worries, I'm happy sitting here on the beach(or frontporch)" type of mood. Buffett is notoriously well-known for provoking thoughts of becoming a sailor, pirate, beach bum, etc. This collection of hits delivers that perfectly.
If you aren't familiar with Buffett, this is definitely a great starter album since you don't have to plunk down much change for it and it consists of the majority of his greatest hits. Those hits include "Cheeseburger In Paradise," "Volcano," "Come Monday" and the legendary "Margaritaville." It also includes the devilishly fun "Why Don't We Get Drunk" and my personal favorite, "Fins."
Buffett has the knack for making you imagine yourself sucking down daiquiris and pina coladas on a beach somewhere, much like Gary P. Nunn makes you long for living in Texas. He's a master at this and he has proven it time and again. His sound has been copied by Garth Brooks("Two Pina Coladas"), and out-and-out stolen by Kenny Chesney(most of his recent work sounds like it was ripped directly from this album). He's worked with some great current artists(most notably Alan Jackson) and he has a following, Parrottheads, comparable to that of the Grateful Dead's Deadheads.
So, if you aren't familiar with Buffett, get this album and experience what millions of others have already done. You won't be sorry.
If you aren't familiar with Buffett, this is definitely a great starter album since you don't have to plunk down much change for it and it consists of the majority of his greatest hits. Those hits include "Cheeseburger In Paradise," "Volcano," "Come Monday" and the legendary "Margaritaville." It also includes the devilishly fun "Why Don't We Get Drunk" and my personal favorite, "Fins."
Buffett has the knack for making you imagine yourself sucking down daiquiris and pina coladas on a beach somewhere, much like Gary P. Nunn makes you long for living in Texas. He's a master at this and he has proven it time and again. His sound has been copied by Garth Brooks("Two Pina Coladas"), and out-and-out stolen by Kenny Chesney(most of his recent work sounds like it was ripped directly from this album). He's worked with some great current artists(most notably Alan Jackson) and he has a following, Parrottheads, comparable to that of the Grateful Dead's Deadheads.
So, if you aren't familiar with Buffett, get this album and experience what millions of others have already done. You won't be sorry.
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
No one of has made a bigger career for themselves out of one hit than Jimmy Buffett. He transformed his only top ten single, "Margaritaville", from just a mere song, into a successful restaurant, clothing line, a brand of tequilas and inspired a way of live for a nation of Parrotheads. Even though "Margaritaville" is his biggest hit, he is by no means a one hit wonder. In fact that song isn't even his best. Songs like "A Pirate Looks At 40", "Son Of A Son Of A Sailor", "He Went To Paris" & "Come Monday" are all superior songs and the rest of the album is made up of similarly excellent songs. If you are a novice to the music of Jimmy Buffett, this is the place to start.
30 of 33 people found the following review helpful
By Kim K.
Format:Audio CD
This collection is a must-have for the car, at home or for your summer barbecues. Real Buffett fans actually do know all these songs by heart-and despite the negative reviews THEY ARE STILL GREAT after all these years-still alot of fun to listen to. It's not supposed to be Bach or Beethoven-it's supposed to be Jimmy Buffett! If you take your music too seriously then this is not the artist for you to listen to-GET LOST! Worth 10 stars and very highly recommended.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Cd
Who doesn't like Jimmy Buffett? I mean he is for all age groups. My 8yr. old grandson loves him. Thanks
Published 15 days ago by jerelaine
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awsome
I've always loved this. I wanted to here a song but couldn't find my CD. Now I have it on the cloud.
Published 1 month ago by Brian E Scheller
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jimmy Buffet CD
The CD includes many of Jimmy Buffet's greatest. I am using it as an addition to a Margarita Party raffle basket.
Published 2 months ago by Natalie R. Stemple
5.0 out of 5 stars
songs
Best he's put out. really true Jimmy Buffett style, glad I made this choice when you consider all his others.
Published 2 months ago by Thomas A. Monaco
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic
Jimmy Buffett takes all of our worries away and transports us to an island paradise where burgers and margaritas are standard fare. Who doesn't want that? Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lindsey R. Stuvick
4.0 out of 5 stars
Jimmy Buffet!
I have bought this particular tape and now cd ;) so many times over the years it's not even funny. Got this one in time and it played well but then after about 2 months a couple of... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mom-Of-5-Kittehs
5.0 out of 5 stars
volcano and fins= best summer songs
No way you could listen to this album and be in a bad mood. One of the best collections of Jimmy Buffett songs
Published 3 months ago by Labels&Love
4.0 out of 5 stars
How I Rate "Songs you know by Heart" by Jimmy Buffett
I've always enjoyed listening to Jimmy Buffett and since hitting a few "Margaritaville's" in different parts of the country and joining in with the "salt, salt,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gloria Wessely
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Buffett Classic
one of Buffets best albums. Great for easy listening or about anything else. loaded with Buffett classic songs. a must have for Buffett fans
Published 3 months ago by David E. Phillips
5.0 out of 5 stars
Terrific!
Great, great music that you can sing along too. Joyfully passes the time in traffic or at home relaxing. I received it on time and it was well-packaged. Read more
Published 3 months ago by J
