Nautical Wheelers
Jimmy Buffett
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Nautical wheelers who call themselves sailors Play fiddle tunes under the stars. Petticoats rustle, working shoes scuffle, Hustle on down to the bars. Where the jukebox is blastin' And the liquor is flowing An occasional bottle of wine. That's cause everyone here is just more than Contented to be living and dying in three quarter time. [Chorus] And It's dance with me, dance with me Nautical wheelers. Take me to stars that you know. Come on and dance with me, Nautical wheelers I want so badly to go. Well the left foot it'll follow where the Right foot has traveled down to the Sidewalks unglued. And into the street of my city so neat, Where nobody cares what you do. And Sonja's just grinnin' And Phil is ecstatic and Mason has jumped in the sea. While I'm hangin' on to a line From my sailboat oh, Nautical Wheelers save me. [Chorus] Well the sunrise'll bring on the Sleep that's escaped us and Everyone's off to their bed. There'll be huggin' and sqeezin', A little pleasin' and teasin' And rubbin' of each others' head. So won't you dream on comrades Seems nothing affects you, Nothing, no reason nor rhyme. That's cause everyone here is just more than Contented to be living and dying in three quarter time.
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Written by: JIMMY BUFFETT
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Nautical Wheelers" is a classic song from the folk rock genre, blending elements of country and pop.
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AlbumIt was featured on the 1974 album "Living and Dying in 3/4 Time", which was Jimmy Buffett's fourth studio album.
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Song CompositionThe song is a mix of acoustic guitars and Buffett's signature lyrical storytelling, providing a laid-back beach vibe for its listeners, reflecting Buffett's unique style.
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Lyrical ContentThe lyrics tell a story about the lives and experiences of nautical wheelers, reflecting Buffett's penchant for nautical themes.
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Notable PerformancesAlthough "Nautical Wheelers" wasn't a single, it remains a favorite among Jimmy Buffett fans at concerts and is regularly included in the setlist.
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InfluenceThis song, like many of Buffett's tunes, has contributed to his "beach-bum" persona and has greatly influenced the sub-culture of Parrotheads - dedicated fans of Buffett's music.
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Song LengthThe original track of "Nautical Wheelers" from the album "Living and Dying in 3/4 Time" has a duration of four minutes and fifty seconds (4:50).
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CollaborationThe album "Living and Dying in 3/4 Time", in which "Nautical Wheelers" was featured had several well-known musicians including Greg "Fingers" Taylor on harmonica and Roger Bartlett on lead guitar, contributing to the song's overall sound.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough "Nautical Wheelers" was not released as a single, the album "Living and Dying in 3/4 Time" reached number 176 on the Billboard Pop Albums chart, demonstrating its overall success.
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Song Reception"Nautical Wheelers" has been praised for capturing the essence of Buffett's style, featuring engaging storytelling, and offering a catchy melody, contributing to it staying in heavy rotation at Jimmy Buffett concerts.
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Recording StudioThe album "Living and Dying in 3/4 Time", featuring "Nautical Wheelers", was partly recorded at Criteria Studios in Miami – a studio renowned for its work with artists such as Aretha Franklin and the Bee Gees.
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Live Album AppearanceThe song, "Nautical Wheelers" is also a part of Live album released by Jimmy Buffet in 2007, named "Live in Anguilla".
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