History of Margaritaville in Timeline
"Margaritaville", a 1977 hit song by Jimmy Buffett, became an iconic anthem of relaxation and escapism. Reaching number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, the song's popularity endured, even re-entering the charts after Buffett's passing in 2023. Its success cemented Buffett's legacy as a singer-songwriter and solidified "Margaritaville" as a staple in American music.
1977: Radio Edit of "Margaritaville" Released
A shortened version of "Margaritaville," edited for radio play, was released in 1977. This version cut the instrumental break and a portion of the third chorus, changing the song's key and speeding it up.
1977: "Margaritaville" Released
Jimmy Buffett released "Margaritaville" in 1977 as part of his album "Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes." It became his highest-charting solo single.
1991: "Marijuanaville" Parody Written
Comedian Mark Eddie wrote a parody of "Margaritaville" titled "Marijuanaville" in 1991.
1998: "Marijuanaville" Parody Released
Mark Eddie's parody song, "Marijuanaville," was released in 1998 on the album "Rock n' Roll Comedy Cuts Part II."
1999: Alan Jackson Covers "Margaritaville"
Alan Jackson released a cover version of "Margaritaville" on his album "Under the Influence" in 1999. The cover featured Jimmy Buffett singing on the third and final verses.
2003: Alan Jackson Releases "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere"
Alan Jackson released "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" in 2003, a song that mentions Jimmy Buffett's "Margaritaville."
2004: Blake Shelton Releases "Some Beach"
Blake Shelton's single "Some Beach," released in 2004, references Jimmy Buffett's iconic song "Margaritaville."
2006: Kenan Thompson Performs "Margaritaville" Parody on SNL
Kenan Thompson performed a parody of "Margaritaville" on Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update segment in 2006. The parody centered on a soldier being deployed to the U.S.-Mexico border instead of Baghdad.
2013: "Martinsville" Parody Aired
A parody titled "Martinsville," referencing the Martinsville Speedway, aired on the John Boy & Billy Big Show in 2013.
2013: Toby Keith and Sammy Hagar Cover "Margaritaville"
In 2013, Toby Keith and Sammy Hagar collaborated on a cover of "Margaritaville" for Keith's album "Drinks After Work." The cover was included on the deluxe edition of the album and on Hagar's album "Sammy Hagar & Friends" released the same year.
2016: "Margaritaville" Inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
In recognition of its cultural and historical significance, "Margaritaville" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2016.
2017: "Escape to Margaritaville" Musical Premieres
The musical "Escape to Margaritaville," featuring "Margaritaville" and other Jimmy Buffett songs, premiered in 2017.
September 1, 2023: Jimmy Buffett's Death
American singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett died on September 1, 2023.
September 16, 2023: "Margaritaville" Re-enters Top 40
Following Jimmy Buffett's death, his iconic song "Margaritaville" re-entered the Top 40 charts during the week ending on September 16, 2023.
2023: "Margaritaville" Selected for National Recording Registry
The Library of Congress selected "Margaritaville" in 2023 for preservation in the United States National Recording Registry for its cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance.