Of the over 30 albums released by Buffett, eight are certified gold and nine are certified platinum or multiplatinum. His other popular songs include ' Son of a Son of a Sailor' (1978), ' One Particular Harbour' (1983), and ' It's Five O'Clock Somewhere' with Alan Jackson (2003). Buffett recorded hit songs known as 'The Big 8': ' Margaritaville' (1977), which is ranked 234th on the Recording Industry Association of America's list of ' Songs of the Century' ' Come Monday' (1974) ' Fins' (1979) ' Volcano' (1979) ' A Pirate Looks at Forty' (1974) ' Cheeseburger in Paradise' (1978) ' Why Don't We Get Drunk' (1973) and ' Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes' (1977). He was best known for his tropical rock music, which often portrayed a lifestyle described as 'island escapism' and promoted enjoying life and following passions. James William Buffett (Decem– September 1, 2023) was an American musician and singer-songwriter.
