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Cantaloup Island


"Cantaloupe Island" is a jazz standard written by Herbie Hancock, originally recorded in the key of F minor. The track is featured on Hancock's 1964 album "Empyrean Isles." Herbie Hancock, a renowned jazz pianist and composer, is the performer and composer of the song. "Cantaloupe Island" has become one of Hancock's most famous compositions, known for its catchy melody, infectious groove, and memorable piano riff. It has been widely covered and sampled in various music genres, contributing to its enduring popularity and influence in the music industry.

Cantaloup Island - Herbie Hancock

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