Honky Tonkin'
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns · This Is My Beat! [RCA Victor] [1968]
When you are sad and lonely
And have no place to go
Just come to see me baby
And bring along some dough.
And we'll go honky tonkin', honky tonkin'
We'll go honky tonkin', honey baby
We'll go honky tonkin' round this town.
I'm a goin' to the city
To the city fair
If you go to the city look around
And you'll find me there.
'Cause I'll be honky tonkin', honky tonkin'
I'll be honky tonkin', honey baby
I'll be honky tonkin' round this town.
--- Instrumental ---
When you and your daddy
Have a fallin' out
Just call me up sweet mama
And we'll go steppin' out.
Yes, we'll go honky tonkin', honky tonkin'
We'll go honky tonkin', honey baby
We'll go honky tonkin' round this town.
When you are sad and lonely
And have no place to go
Just come to see me baby
And bring along some dough.
Yes, we'll go honky tonkin', honky tonkin'
We'll go honky tonkin', honey baby
We'll go honky tonkin' round this town...
About Honky Tonkin'
Jim Ed Brown and the Browns deliver a quintessential 1968 rockabilly and country-rock fusion on "Honky Tonkin'," a track that captures the raw energy of the era's honky-tonk scene. Recorded for RCA Victor, the song showcases Jim Ed Brown's signature vocal style, blending the twang of country music with the driving rhythm of rock and roll. This recording appears on the album *This Is My Beat!*, which serves as a testament to the group's ability to navigate the shifting musical landscapes of the late sixties. The composition reflects the broader cultural context of the time, where artists like Jim Ed Brown were pivotal in keeping the spirit of early rock and roll alive through their dynamic performances. While specific chart positions or award details are not widely documented, the song remains a notable example of the genre's evolution during this period. Its enduring appeal lies in its authentic delivery and the seamless integration of regional sounds into a popular format that resonated with audiences across the country.