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Fruitcakes

Jimmy Buffett · 1994

61 min · 13 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · country rock

A tropical blend of laid-back melodies and storytelling that captures the essence of beach life and adventure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • laid-back beach day vibes
  • steady pacing for relaxation
  • storytelling that sparks imagination
  • for afternoon gatherings
  • varied tempos for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1994, 'Fruitcakes' marked Jimmy Buffett's return to the studio after his 1992 album 'Barometer Soup', showcasing his continued evolution as a storyteller and musician. By this point in his career, Buffett was already well-known for his unique sound that mixed country, rock, and Caribbean influences, solidifying his status as a key figure in American pop culture.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenny Chesney· Zac Brown Band· Alan Jackson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Everybody's Got a Cousin in Miami 7:20
  • 2 Fruitcakes 7:40
  • 3 Lone Palm 4:27
  • 4 Six String Music 3:24
  • 5 Uncle John's Band 4:30
  • 6 Love in the Library 4:39
  • 7 Quietly Making Noise 5:50
  • 8 Frenchman for the Night 4:29
  • 9 Sunny Afternoon 4:11
  • 10 Vampires, Mummies and the Holy Ghost 4:53
  • 11 She's Got You 2:45
  • 12 Delaney Talks to Statues 3:40
  • 13 Apocalypso 3:55

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