Tourist in Paradise cover

Tourist in Paradise

The Rippingtons · 1989

44 min · 9 tracks · jazz

Smooth jazz melodies intertwine with tropical rhythms, creating a sonic escape to sun-kissed shores.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • tropical rhythms for relaxation
  • sunny afternoon escape vibes
  • smooth melodies for easy listening
  • calm background for social gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy intensity
  • prefer complex lyrical narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'Tourist in Paradise' is The Rippingtons' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Moonlighting' from 1986. At this point, the group had firmly established themselves in the contemporary jazz scene, known for their fusion of smooth jazz and world music influences.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tourist in Paradise 5:41
  • 2 Jupiter’s Child 5:20
  • 3 Aruba! 4:15
  • 4 One Summer Night in Brazil 6:32
  • 5 Earthbound 4:40
  • 6 Let’s Stay Together 4:47
  • 7 One Ocean Way 4:22
  • 8 Destiny 5:38
  • 9 The Princess 3:13

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