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Johnny Horton – Honky tonk man

Didn't just stop at being a melody – it climbed the charts, making waves across the nation. The song reached #9 on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard), establishing itself as a true Country Music anthem.

Johnny Horton – Honky Tonk Man

The Genesis of «Honky Tonk Man»

Johnny Horton - Honky tonk man
Cover Single Johnny Horton Columbia 1962
To embark on this musical journey, let’s rewind to the recording studio of Johnny Horton. The timeless hit, «Honky Tonk Man,» was recorded on January 11, 1956, showcasing Horton’s unmistakable vocal prowess and storytelling finesse. The song was penned by Johnny Horton, Tillman Franks and Howard Hausey and produced by Don Law, cementing its place in Country Music history.
Featured in the album «Honky-Tonk Man» Columbia 1962, didn’t just stop at being a melody – it climbed the charts, making waves across the nation. The song reached #9 on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard), establishing itself as a true Country Music anthem.

Decoding the Song’s Essence

The song «Honky Tonk Man» is a classic country music piece that depicts a lifestyle of revelry in honky-tonk bars. The lyrics are narrated in the first person, portraying a life of drinking, dancing, and romantic encounters in these establishments. The term «honky tonk» refers to the type of bars where this lifestyle is depicted. The song reflects the carefree and indulgent attitude of the main character, typical of traditional country music themes such as life on the road, lost love, and the simple joys of life.




Johnny Horton’s Musical Journey

Johnny Horton - Honky tonk man
Johnny Horton
Johnny Horton was an influential American country and rockabilly singer born in Los Angeles in 1925. He rose to fame in the 1950s with hits such as «The Battle of New Orleans,» «North to Alaska,» and «Honky Tonk Man.» His song «The Battle of New Orleans» reached number 1 on the pop and country music charts in 1959 and won the Grammy Award for Best Country & Western Recording. Similarly, «North to Alaska» topped the country music charts in 1960. Horton’s career was tragically cut short when he died in a car accident in 1960. Despite his untimely death, his music continues to influence the country genre, and he was posthumously inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.
In crafting this piece, our goal is to not only enhance your appreciation for «Honky Tonk Man» but to provide a gateway into the intricate tapestry of Johnny Horton’s musical legacy. As you soak in the twang and toe-tapping beats of this classic, remember that it’s more than just a song – it’s a timeless tale that echoes through the annals of Country Music history.

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Johnny Horton – Honky tonk man Lyrics

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 jukebox
But when my money’s all gone, I’m on the telephone
Callin’, «Hey moma, can your daddy come home?»
I’m livin’ fast and dangerously
But I’ve got plenty of company
When the moon comes up and the sun goes down
That’s when I wanna see the lights of town
‘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 jukebox
But when my money’s all gone, I’m on the telephone
Callin’, «Hey moma, can your daddy come home?»
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 jukebox
But when my money’s all gone, I’m on the telephone
Callin’, «Hey moma can your daddy come home?»
It takes a purdy little gal and a jug of wine
That’s what it takes to make a honky tonk mind
With the jukebox a moanin’ a honky tonk sound
That’s when I wanna 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 jukebox
But when my money’s all gone, I’m on the telephone
Callin’, «Hey moma, can your daddy come home?»

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Johnny Horton - Honky Tonk Man
Johnny Horton Columbia 1956

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