The Captain and the Kid - Jimmy Buffett - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"The Captain and the Kid" is a song from American singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett's 1970 studio debut, Down to Earth. It was both written and recorded by Jimmy Buffett and produced by Travis Turk. A deeply personal reflection, it commemorates Captain James Delaney Buffett, his grandfather, who had passed away earlier that year. His vivid memories of sailing adventures with his grandfather are captured in the song's poignant folk style, which features the singer lamenting the loss of a loved one backed up by gentle acoustic guitar picking and subtle instrumentation. After receiving criticism from record producers for its melancholic tone, Jimmy Buffett relocated to Key West, where he created the smooth, Caribbean-loving persona he would later be known for. While originally featured on Down to Earth, the song's resonance led to its re-recording for both Havana Daydreamin' (1976) and Meet Me in Margaritaville: The Ultimate Collection (2002).