Discover the story of the song > Jolly Mon Sing – Jimmy Buffett

This song is about a character named Jolly Mon, who is loved by the island people because he sings for his supper every night and treats them well. He always finds his way home by looking at the constellation Orion, and whenever he arrives, the people love to hear him sing and hate to see him leave. One night, Jolly Mon hears a cry for help and offers assistance, but instead, he is robbed and thrown into the ocean. Luckily, a dolphin saves him and they swim together into the sky, where they bring joy to the island people by showing them where they are through the stars. The song emphasizes the happiness and magic that Jolly Mon brings to the people and how they will always remember him.