Arrr! The Cubs be payin' tribute to the mighty Jimmy Buffett, who rocked the shores o' Wrigley Field in 2005!
2023-09-02
Wrigley Field, the ol' haunt of the Chicago Cubs, be havin' a special bond with the melodic legend, Jimmy Buffett. The lads and lasses o' the team be honorin' Mr. Buffett this fine Saturday.
Legendary musician Jimmy Buffett passed away at the age of 76 after battling an undisclosed health issue. In a statement posted on his official website and social media pages, it was revealed that Buffett died peacefully on the night of September 1st, surrounded by his loved ones, music, and dogs. Known for hits like "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" and "Margaritaville," Buffett also established a successful business empire.In 2005, Buffett made history at Wrigley Field by becoming the first musician to perform at the iconic ballpark. The Chicago Cubs, who were away playing the Cincinnati Reds when the news broke, paid tribute to the musician on their social media channels, expressing their sadness and gratitude for his contribution to making Wrigley Field a concert venue. Buffett returned to perform at Wrigley in 2017 and 2018.
Buffett had a special connection to Wrigley Field due to his friendship with folk and country singer Steve Goodman, who wrote the beloved "Go Cubs Go" song. Buffett revealed in a 2017 interview with the Chicago Tribune that playing at Wrigley was emotional for him because of his bond with Goodman.
Since Buffett's groundbreaking concert in 2005, other notable musicians such as Billy Joel, Elton John, Paul McCartney, and Bruce Springsteen have followed in his footsteps by performing at Wrigley Field.
Jimmy Buffett leaves behind a legacy as a beloved musician, entrepreneur, and pioneer in bringing music to historic venues like Wrigley Field. His passing is a loss for the music industry and his devoted fans across the globe.