How many parrotheads have you converted?

Shrimper_Dan · Post by **Shrimper_Dan** » April 2, 2002 1:50 pm

I've been a hardcore parrothead for 12 years now and started counting how many people I have converted into parrotheads. Since 1990, I have either converted or at least taken 31 people to experience the madness. I am most proud of my 85 year old grandmother! One day she started singing Tin Cup Chalice and I about fell over! Little did I know she went out and bought the box set! What about you??

TheSecretsInTheCrust · Post by **TheSecretsInTheCrust** » April 2, 2002 1:53 pm

I have been a devoted PH since High School....over 20 years ago now. I make a point to bring a new phan to every show I attend....in some cases I've brought as many as 10 new phans. I'm going to attend my 17th & 18th Buffett show in Las Vegas in May. 5 new people are coming along

sailingagain · Post by **sailingagain** » April 2, 2002 1:56 pm

I've only managed to convert 2. I also failed miserably with another attempt.

2fla · Post by **2fla** » April 2, 2002 1:58 pm

I've converted several but the most important one was my husband. Sure makes life a lot easier!

Parrothead 3 · Post by **Parrothead 3** » April 2, 2002 2:01 pm

Well I haven't managed to convert anyone yet.

For some reason people in my age group (i'm 20) stop listening when you metion the name Jimmy Buffett. My friends are kinda like just turn on the radio when their in my car.

But, hey I'll convert them eventually.

CTParrothead · Post by **CTParrothead** » April 2, 2002 2:33 pm

Ive managed to "convert" a couple friends and I put convert in quotes because I wouldn't call them parrotheads just people who don't mind listening to Jimmy when I have it on. Right now I am working on my girlfriend. Wish me luck.

Junior_Mint · Post by **Junior_Mint** » April 2, 2002 2:43 pm

Well I have only converted 1 person, but have directed 3 Ph's that were semi-Heads, and turned them into full blooded PH's. Or at least I like to take credit for that.

PHINZ UP!!

roxygal79 · Post by **roxygal79** » April 2, 2002 3:48 pm

I've converted at lesat 7....more to come though. Talked many into coming to the Vegas show...that's where I first converted to Buffettism, I'm hoping it will effect others the same way. We need more Parrotheads in UTAH!!!

DenverBrian · Post by **DenverBrian** » April 2, 2002 4:14 pm

The 2 most important ones:

My wife and my Mom!

Tagriffith · Post by **Tagriffith** » April 2, 2002 4:43 pm

I'm working on my girlfriend as well too....it's a work in progress but hoepfully I'll get there one day.

Bill S. · Post by **Bill S.** » April 2, 2002 6:04 pm

I'm not sure I have converted anyone yet. Last year I took 2 PH virgins to the Camden show and they had a great time. They can't make it this year - she is due on 7/15, but who knows. I am taking 4 PH virgins this year, so we will see what transpires. I have been a die-hard PH since 96 and have been to 19 concerts. This summer will see 4 more shows - can't wait.

Some Guy Named Dan · Post by **Some Guy Named Dan** » April 2, 2002 6:10 pm

Just two, but they were important, my Dad and my wife (although my wife was very reluctant, fortunately the lyrics won her over).

I've given away about a dozen CDs (real live CDs, not burns) to no effect. I don't get it. Ya can lead a parrot to water...

I'd love to take friends to a show, but I can never get tickets for my own self, let alone an entourage of non-believers.

parrothead46 · Post by **parrothead46** » April 2, 2002 10:33 pm

I have turned two guys into parrotheads. my bro and my one friend. Jimmy Buffett wasn't too known in my school before I got up into high school. Now basicly everyone who knows me, knows about Jimmy Buffett.

BrownxEyedxGirl · Post by **BrownxEyedxGirl** » April 2, 2002 10:44 pm

I've converted about three or four, and I'm with ph46 everyone I went to high school with and now go to college with certainly know about buffett and they all love him now! How can you not love buffett when you are in college, he has great drinking songs!:)

volcanohead · Post by **volcanohead** » April 3, 2002 9:25 am

I was converted 10 years ago and since then have converted at least 8 but not all of them are diehards yet. Some get it and the rest are catching on....

Sailon · Post by **Sailon** » April 3, 2002 9:27 am

I have only converted one (my girlfriend) she is not a die hard yet. We are going to our first Buffett concert in Alpine.

JasperParrothead · Post by **JasperParrothead** » April 3, 2002 12:22 pm

I'm working on my girlfriend. She's been to 2 shows already, but still refuses to drink the cool aid. I need to keep up the pressure, but am having difficulty finding Jones Beach tickets. Anyone? Anyone? Anyone?

CAblondestranger · Post by **CAblondestranger** » April 3, 2002 12:30 pm

I volunteered to direct a production for the local youth center. The whole show had an island theme - it was filled with Buffett music. There were 70 kids involved, add the audience, parents and siblings. I’d say I converted over 150 parrot heads in that one event. It was a blast!

Fin_Addict · Post by **Fin_Addict** » April 3, 2002 1:26 pm

So far I have converted eight with a couple more in the works. Most importantly I have converted my Dad, my brother and my four best friends. The last couple years I have taken over 10 Buffett concert virgins to experience the Phrenzy!

As my late 20-something crowd ages, they are slowly beginning to appreciate what I have been telling them about Buffett for years. I have made my own "Best of Buffett" discs and anyone who rides in my vehicle has no choice but to listen to Bubba. Usually by the end of the ride, they are bugging me to make them a copy.

It's only a matter of time until my conversion numbers are in the 20 to 30 range.

fins26 · Post by **fins26** » April 3, 2002 2:07 pm

ok maybe im different.
ive taken some PH virgins to shows, margaritaville, key west all the places thatll help you become a parrothead...and they may enjoy all that, but really to be a true parrothead its something you need to discover yourself to a certain extent i think. my EX had been to shows, but she never really got it. she might call herself a parrothead but you know what? no.
i guess im not a PH missionary. but is that a bad thing?