Stoned At The Jukebox
Hank Williams Jr. · Icon [2012]
Oh, it helps to keep a worried mind occupied.
I do alright till dark of night surrounds me,
And then I think of her and then I cry.
Lord, there's a cold heart gone and I'm stoned at the jukebox,
Playin' I can't help it if I'm still in love with you.
Cause that's the kind of songs it takes to get all this ole hurtin' out,
Lord, I love that hurtin' music, cause I am hurtin', too.
Lord knows, I been runnin' up and down this ol' interstate 65,
I loved in Nashville, Tennessee high falutin' woman I tried,
Now I'm busted stone flat down in Springhill.
I got nothin' but time and the bottles to kill,
Well, I never thought I could ever feel like that.
But there's a cold heart gone and I'm stoned at the jukebox,
Playin' I can't help it if I'm still in love with you.
Cause that's the kind of songs it takes to get all that ole hurtin' out,
And Lord, I love that hurtin' music, cause I am hurtin', too.
Stoned At The Jukebox
Hank Williams Jr.'s "Stoned At The Jukebox" stands as a defining track on his 2012 album Icon, showcasing his mastery of the honky-tonk and country rock genres. Recorded with his signature blend of twang and electric guitar, the song captures the raw energy of a live performance, reflecting the artist's deep connection to the music he grew up hearing. Released decades after his father's passing, the track highlights Hank Jr.'s evolution as a solo artist while maintaining the outlaw spirit that characterized his family's legacy. The recording serves as a testament to his ability to blend traditional country elements with modern rock influences, creating a sound that resonates with fans of classic country and rockabilly alike.