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Artist/Band: George Jones
Lyrics for Song: Honky Tonk Song
Lyrics for Album: 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collec Vol 2 [2002]



(Frank J. Meyers - Billy Yates)



I saw those blue lights flashin'

Over my left shoulder

He walked right up and said,

"Get off that riding mower."

I said sir, "Let me explain

Before you put me in the tank."

She took my keys away

And now she won't drive me to drink.



I need a honky tonk song a cold cold beer

A hardwood floor a smoky atmosphere

A pocket full of change to last me all night long

I gotta hear old Hank a moanin' a honky tonk song.



--- Instrumental ---



He didn't show me much compassion

When I tried to walk that line

As he put those handcuffs on me

I said, "give me one more try."

He never even cracked a smile

When he threw me in the car

So I said, "Sir, if you don't mind,

Oh, would you drop me off in a bar."



I need a honky tonk song a cold cold beer

A hardwood floor a smoky atmosphere

A pocket full of change to last me all night long

I gotta hear old Hank a moanin' a honky tonk song.



I gotta hear old Hank a moanin' a honky tonk song...


Honky Tonk Song - George Jones

George Jones delivers a haunting performance on 'Honky Tonk Song,' a defining track that encapsulates the raw emotion of country music in the late 1950s. As a central figure in the genre's evolution, Jones utilized his distinctive vocal style to explore themes of heartbreak and resilience, characteristics evident in this recording. The song appears on his compilation '20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection Vol. 2,' highlighting its enduring status within his discography. This work stands as a testament to his ability to convey deep personal narratives through his music, influencing countless artists who followed in his footsteps. The recording remains a quintessential example of the honky tonk subgenre, capturing the spirit of the era with authenticity and emotional depth.


Album Lyrics: 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collec Vol 2 [2002]


George Jones
"20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collec Vol 2 [2002]"


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