There has always been something about both music and the open water. Both have the power to move you, lift you up, pull a long-forgotten summer out of thin air, turn strangers into old friends and carry you somewhere you didn't know you needed to go. At the Palm Beach Marina, we’re serving you up a perfect blend, mixing coastal vibes, that elevated Marina experience, and our new curated Spotify playlist, Songs In The Key of Sea. It runs from smooth yacht rock classics to breezy soul, with a few unexpected gems. Kick back, press play and let the good times roll.
Leave It All Behind
Some songs on our playlist exist for one reason only, to make you feel like you've escaped the daily grind. Robbie Dupree wants you to Steal Away, for Blondie The Tide Is High all summer long, and Kenny Loggins knows This Is It when it comes to the boating life. And when its smooth sailing out on the Intracoastal Waterway Bill Withers nails it with a Lovely Day and Nicolette Larson brings a whole Lotta Love to your boating adventure. For you lovebirds, there’s Grover Washington Jr. & Bill Withers hitting the perfect note with Just the Two of Us. Take it Minute by Minute out on the water with The Doobie Brothers as you begin to Calm Down with Rema & Selena Gomez.
Good Company Makes For Great Sailing
The best days on the water in South Florida are rarely spent alone and this is the music that brings everyone together. Cyndi Lauper finds that iconic groove with Time After Time and Seals and Crofts feels the Summer Breeze (a popular reprise from last year’s playlist). Norah Jones invites you to Come Away With Me and Jimmy Buffett, who appears twice because once is never enough, lights a Volcano and later pours a Margaritaville. Madonna will whisk you away to La Isla Bonita, and Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton will help you find those Islands In The Stream.
Off The Boat
Docking at the Palm Beach Marina means stepping into one of the most storied destinations in the country. Worth Avenue's boutiques and outdoor dining are a short stroll away and there are endless recreational amenities for you to enjoy as the soundtracks play on. Boz Scaggs does the Lido Shuffle like he owns the place, and America rolls down Ventura Highway with the top down. Kenny Loggins Shows You The Way downtown and Stevie Wonder says Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing while you enjoy your day on shore. And when you’re ready to take sail again, you might visit some of the name-checked spots in that classic Beach Boys earworm Kokomo.
No one wants the summers to end, so we made sure our playlist doesn't either – there are a total of 40 songs on this year’s for you to check out. Listen now on Spotify. And don’t miss our previous playlists if that’s not enough here. Hum it, strum it or sing along with it, Songs In The Key of Sea is your new go-to whether you're prepping your lines at sunrise, cruising the ICW or watching the sun dip below the horizon from your slip. And when the season is over, Earth, Wind & Fire will see you in September.
About The Palm Beach Marina
The Palm Beach Marina transformed the old Town Docks with a $40 million renovation and reopened on November 1, 2021. Marina patrons can now enjoy a suite of elevated amenities, including expanded shore power, Bellingham concrete floating docks, state-of-the-art security and lighting, as well as wider and deeper slips to accommodate vessels 60 to 295 feet. Let Bobby Darin gently rock you Beyond the Sea while you keep on Sailing with Christopher Cross. Boaters can easily reserve dockage using the online service Dockwa via the Town Marina website at www.TownofPalmBeachMarina.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of music is included in the Palm Beach Marina’s curated Spotify playlist?
A: The Palm Beach Marina’s “Songs in the Key of Sea” playlist blends yacht rock, classic hits and coastal-inspired favorites from artists such as Jimmy Buffett, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins and other timeless performers whose music captures the spirit of being in Palm Beach and on the water.
Q: What can I do near the Town of Palm Beach Marina while listening to the playlist?
A: Marina guests enjoy easy access to some of Palm Beach's most popular recreational amenities, including the oceanfront Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, the Morton and Barbara Mandel Recreation Center and the Town's public tennis facilities at Seaview and Phipps Ocean Park. Worth Avenue, shopping, dining, beaches, galleries and cultural attractions are also just minutes away.
Q: What makes the Town of Palm Beach Marina different from other marinas in South Florida?
A: The Palm Beach Marina is the only superyacht marina located in the Town of Palm Beach. Following a $40 million transformation, this South Florida Marina offers modern facilities, exceptional service and convenient access to one of the most exclusive destinations in the world.
Q: Where can I learn more about the Marina and Palm Beach?
A: Visit their website to explore marina amenities, dockage information, local recommendations, boating resources and ideas for experiencing everything Palm Beach has to offer.
