Honey, Are You Mad At Your Man
The Kingston Trio · Other Songs - The Kingston Trio
Honey, are you mad? Honey, are you mad?
Honey, are you mad at your man?
Well, I'm goin' downtown, gonna get me a jug of brandy
Gonna give it all to Mandy, keep her drunk and boozy
Good drunk and boozy, good drunk and boozy all the time
Well, if you say so, then I'll railroad no more
I'll just hang around your shanty
Hang around your shanty, hang around your shanty all the time
Ruby, oh, Ruby
Honey, are you mad? Honey, are you mad?
Honey, are you mad at your man?
Oh well, I'm walkin' on down, till my shoes are getting' ragged
But you get me down to Nashville
Get me down to Nashville, get me down to Nashville, Tennessee
Honey, are you mad? Honey, are you mad?
Honey, are you mad at your man?
Ruby, oh, Ruby
Come on home
Honey, Are You Mad At Your Man
The Kingston Trio's 'Honey, Are You Mad At Your Man' exemplifies the group's signature blend of folk storytelling and tight vocal harmonies. Emerging during the height of the folk revival, the track captures the band's ability to transform traditional material into accessible, radio-friendly hits. The recording showcases their characteristic acoustic instrumentation and rhythmic precision, hallmarks that defined their influential discography. As part of their extensive catalogue, the song reflects the Trio's commitment to preserving and popularizing folk traditions through polished arrangements. Their work during this era helped establish the folk genre as a dominant force in American music, influencing countless subsequent artists. This particular piece stands as a testament to their skill in delivering engaging narratives through song, maintaining the warmth and wit that made them a staple of live performance and recorded music alike.