Buffet Hotel cover

Buffet Hotel

Jimmy Buffett · 2009

53 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · country rock

A sun-soaked blend of laid-back melodies and storytelling that invites listeners to escape to the tropics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo escapism
  • sun-soaked melodies for relaxation
  • for summer gatherings
  • conversational storytelling vibes
  • laid-back tunes for unwinding

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'Buffet Hotel' is Jimmy Buffett's 24th studio album, capturing his established persona as a purveyor of easygoing beach escapism. At this point in his career, Buffett had enjoyed immense commercial success, with a loyal fan base that embraced his signature sound blending country rock and folk influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenny Chesney· Zac Brown Band· Alan Jackson

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Nobody From Nowhere 5:06
  • 2 Wings 3:46
  • 3 Big Top 4:30
  • 4 Beautiful Swimmers 5:21
  • 5 Turn Up the Heat and Chill the Rosé 3:49
  • 6 Summerzcool 3:15
  • 7 Rhumba Man 4:10
  • 8 We Learned to Be Cool From You 5:54
  • 9 Surfing in a Hurricane 4:25
  • 10 Life Short Call Now 4:08
  • 11 Buffet Hotel 5:59
  • 12 A Lot to Drink About 3:28

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