Honky Tonk Queen
Moe Bandy & Joe Stampley Lyrics
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I love to give the girls a whirl to the music of an old juke box
But when my money's all gone, I'm on the telephone singing
Hey, hey, mama can your daddy come home
Now I'm living wild and dangerously
But I've got plenty of company
When the moon comes up and the sun goes down
'Cause I'm a honky tonk man and I can't seem to stop
I love to give the girls a whirl to the music of an old juke box
But when my money's all gone, I'm on the telephone singing
Hey, hey, mama can your daddy come home
A pretty little girl and a jug of wine
Well that's what it takes to make a honky tonk time
With the juke box moaning those honky tonk sounds
I can't wait to lay my money down
'Cause I'm a honky tonk man and I can't seem to stop
I love to give the girls a whirl to the music of an old juke box
But when my money's all gone, I'm on the telephone singing
Hey, hey, mama can your daddy come home
The lyrics of Moe Bandy & Joe Stampley's song Honky Tonk Man describe the life of a man who can't resist the wild and reckless lifestyle of honky-tonk bars. The honky tonk man loves the atmosphere created by the music of an old jukebox that makes the girls go wild. He spends his money on the girls and the alcohol, often finding himself alone after he realizes he has nothing left to give. As the night wears on, he calls his woman hoping that she can help him out of his predicament.
Despite his reckless lifestyle, the honky tonk man has plenty of company. He is not alone in his love for honky-tonk music and the wild fun that comes with it. When the moon comes up and the sun goes down, it's time to hit the town and find the nearest honky-tonk bar. The honky tonk man is always ready to spend his money on the next pretty girl and jug of wine. He knows that he can't resist the honky-tonk sounds of the jukebox and the lively atmosphere of the bar.
The lyrics of Honky Tonk Man tell the story of a man who is lost in the wild lifestyle of honky-tonk bars. It is a cautionary tale of a man who can't resist the temptation of the music and the girls. Although he is aware of his predicament, he can't seem to change his ways. The song is a classic example of country music, with its catchy rhythm and upbeat lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I'm a honky tonk man and I can't seem to stop
I am a person who loves to party in honky-tonks and I can't seem to resist it.
I love to give the girls a whirl to the music of an old juke box
I enjoy dancing with girls to the melody of classic songs played on a jukebox.
But when my money's all gone, I'm on the telephone singing
When I've spent all my money and can't party anymore, I'm on the phone asking for help.
Hey, hey, mama can your daddy come home
I am asking my mom if she could lend me some money to have more fun.
Now I'm living wild and dangerously
I am living my life with reckless abandon and loving every minute of it.
But I've got plenty of company
I am not alone in my wild and crazy ways, as I have many friends who party with me.
When the moon comes up and the sun goes down
As the night begins and the day ends, I start to feel the anticipation and excitement of going out to party.
I can't wait to see the lights of town
I am eagerly waiting to reach the city limits where I can see the neon lights and party in the honky-tonks.
'Cause I'm a honky tonk man and I can't seem to stop
I am a person who loves to party in honky-tonks and I can't seem to resist it.
I love to give the girls a whirl to the music of an old juke box
I enjoy dancing with girls to the melody of classic songs played on a jukebox.
But when my money's all gone, I'm on the telephone singing
When I've spent all my money and can't party anymore, I'm on the phone asking for help.
Hey, hey, mama can your daddy come home
I am asking my mom if she could lend me some money to have more fun.
A pretty little girl and a jug of wine
All I need to have a great time is a lovely lady and some alcohol.
Well that's what it takes to make a honky tonk time
Having a beautiful girl and some wine is the recipe for an unforgettable honky-tonk party.
With the juke box moaning those honky tonk sounds
The jukebox is playing music that sets the perfect mood for a wild and fun evening in the honky-tonk.
I can't wait to lay my money down
I am eagerly anticipating spending all my money on drinks, music, and entertainment while partying in the honky-tonk.
'Cause I'm a honky tonk man and I can't seem to stop
I am a person who loves to party in honky-tonks and I can't seem to resist it.
I love to give the girls a whirl to the music of an old juke box
I enjoy dancing with girls to the melody of classic songs played on a jukebox.
But when my money's all gone, I'm on the telephone singing
When I've spent all my money and can't party anymore, I'm on the phone asking for help.
Hey, hey, mama can your daddy come home
I am asking my mom if she could lend me some money to have more fun.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Howard Hausey, Johnny Horton, Tillman Franks
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@danielburns987
this song went to #12 on the country charts in 1981!!!
@harrylouis531
I played this song many years ago , we sure had some fun back then
@matttravers5764
So great to hear this again!
Screw political correctness!!!😎
@profetacemovelhas1460
Honky Tonk Queen
Well, everything was goin' my way so I pressed my luck and called Moe today
To see if he was still around
Well, I shouldn't have answered the telephone I knew when I did that it was wrong
When I found out who it was.
Well, it was just a matter of time and we're out on the town drinking wine
When I saw my dream come true
She's walkin' in the Do Drop Inn when Joe hit the brakes and we went in a spin
And ended up in the parking lot.
Ah, she's a beauty she's a skag
She's got class aw come on now that little honky tonk queen
Well, Moe I've looked far and wide
You better look again when you ain't high at that honky tonk queen.
--- Instrumental ---
We went inside and she was sittin' there with lovely make up and beautiful hair
So I asked that gal to dance
I tried my best to really stress that girl don't look right in that dress
But you never heard a word.
Ah, she's a beauty she's a skag
She's got class aw come on now that little honky tonk queen
Well, Moe I've looked far and wide
You better look again when you ain't high at that honky tonk queen.
--- Instrumental ---
As they danced he took her hand spun her around and pulled her in
Then he spun her a little too hard
And I started wondering when she said her name was Bill
Then her wig came off and I's ready to kill
That joker dressed like a female.
She's a beauty not so loud she's got style come on pal
That little honky tonk queen
Well Joe you've looked far and wide
But I wanna look again Moe when I'm high
For a honky tonk queen.
I told you Joe somethin' didn't just look right to me
Now I've heard enough Moe
Man you shoulda seen the look on your face
Hey, I don't wanna hear it no more.
Yeah, you don't wanna look no more do you
I don't wanna drink no more either
What is that stuff you're drinkin' Joe
How could you do somethin' like that...