In 1983 Mark Jordan's song "Margarita"« was not a major commercial success, failing to chart on the Billboard Hot 100. However, despite this, the track became one of the most popular in the soft rock/yacht rock genre and remains a classic 43 years later.
The song was co-produced by Jordan and Don Murray , was included in the artist's album «A Hole in the Wall» . The song tells the story of lost love and a broken heart, and he sings:« Baby, you broke my heart / If you think that love is just a game / You're tearing me apart ».
Grunge Magazine included the song on its list of five soft rock songs that initially flopped but decades later earned the respect of a younger generation. "Jordan's 1983 chart-busting 'Margarita' has become a popular hit on streaming platforms" like Spotify, the publication noted, calling it "a true gem that has deservedly attracted millions of plays in recent years." At the time of writing, it has garnered 5.48 million streams.
On Reddit, listeners weighed in on the iconic track. "This isn't an underrated song. It's his most played song on Spotify, and it's got an 85 on Yacht Rock or Nyacht, making it practically irreplaceable," said one fan, while another countered, "That's a fair point, man, but within the Yacht Rock community, it's not very well known and doesn't get much radio play. The most popular version on YouTube only has 100,000 views, which isn't that much for music, and I personally think this song should have been a huge hit.".
Meanwhile, someone else declared, "This song has the most enjoyable chorus I've ever heard.".
Last year, an updated version of "Margarita" was released, introducing its sound to a whole new audience. "This new version of 'Margarita,' with a more relaxed arrangement and performance, presents the song in a completely new light, further demonstrating what a fantastic song it is," one fan shared on Facebook in August 2025.
While Jordan is best known for co-writing the worldwide No. 1 hit "Rhythm of My Heart," he also wrote songs for the legendary Diana Ross, Joe Cocker, Cher, Bonnie Raitt и Rod Stewart , according to marcjordan.com. In October 2023, he was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.
See also: The 1979 album, listed as one of the "Greatest Duets in Rock History," never reached number one on the charts.
This article was originally published by Parade on June 4, 2026, in the Entertainment section. Add Parade to your list of recommended sources by clicking here.