Jimmy Buffett's A White Sport Coat and a Pink Crustacean marked a major turning point in his career — his first album on a major label and the record that put him on the charts, peaking at #43 on the Top Country Albums chart. Released in 1973, the album showcases Buffett's signature Gulf Coast sound, blending laid-back storytelling with a carefree, sun-soaked spirit across songs entirely written or co-written by Buffett himself.
The album is home to several beloved Buffett classics, including "Grapefruit-Juicy Fruit," "The Great Filling Station Holdup," and the fan favorite "Why Don't We Get Drunk," all of which became concert staples throughout his career. Now newly remastered and back on vinyl for the first time in decades, this reissue is a fantastic opportunity for longtime Parrotheads and curious newcomers alike to experience where the Jimmy Buffett story truly began.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: MCA Records
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 07/12/2024
- Remember, for our lowest prices, always order directly from Joco Records!
TRACKS
A1. The Great Filling Station Holdup
A2. Railroad Lady
A3. He Went To Paris
A4. Grapefruit - Juicy Fruit
A5. Cuban Crime Of Passion
A6. Why Don't We Get Drunk
B1. Peanut Butter Conspiracy
B2. They Don't Dance Like Carmen No More
B3. I Have Found Me A Home
B4. My Lovely Lady
B5. Death Of An Unpopular Poet
🌍 Joco Planet Impact
With every order, we're offsetting shipping emissions. That's like: