The American singer-songwriter and businessman Jimmy Buffett (1946–2023) became a celebrated figure in popular music, renowned for his "island escapism" style. Blending country, folk, and pop with tropical themes, his laid-back sound and storytelling, particularly in hits like "Margaritaville," cultivated a dedicated fanbase known as "Parrotheads." Beyond music, Buffett built a vast lifestyle empire, embodying the relaxed, sun-drenched ethos of his songs.