Honky Tonk Blues Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

"Honky Tonk Blues" by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, released in 1980, is a #Country song that expresses feelings of loneliness and heartache in a honky-tonk setting. The lyrics depict a longing for love and the struggles of life in a bar. Its blend of traditional country instrumentation and storytelling resonates with audiences, capturing the essence of Americana.

[Verse 1]
I left my home down on the rural route
I told my folks I'm goin' steppin' out
To get the honky-tonk blues
The jumpin' honky-tonk blues
Oh, Lord, I got 'em
I got the honky-tonk blues

[Verse 2]
I stopped into every place in town
The city life has really got me down
I got the honky-tonk blues
Oh, the honky-tonk blues
Well, Lord, I'm sufferin'
With the honky-tonk blues

[Instrumental Break]

[Verse 3]
I went to a dance and wore out my shoes
Woke up this mornin' wishin' I could lose
The jumpin' honky-tonk blues
The weary honky-tonk blues
Oh, Lord, I'm sufferin'
With the honky-tonk blues

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