Honky Cat
Elton John
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When I look back, boy, I must have been green Bopping in the country, fishing in a stream Looking for an answer, trying to find a sign Until I saw your city lights, honey, I was blind They said, get back, honky cat Better get back to the woods Well, I quit those days and my redneck ways And, oh, the change is gonna do me good You better get back, honky cat Living in the city ain't where it's at It's like trying to find gold in a silver mine It's like trying to drink whiskey from a bottle of wine Well, I read some books, and I read some magazines About those high-class ladies down in New Orleans And all the folks back home, well, said I was a fool They said, oh, believe in the Lord is the golden rule They said, get back, honky cat Better get back to the woods Well, I quit those days and my redneck ways And, oh, the change is gonna do me good They said, get back, honky cat Better get back to the woods Well, I quit those days and my redneck ways And, oh, the change is gonna do me good They said, stay at home, boy, you gotta tend the farm Living in the city, boy, is going to break your heart But how can you stay when your heart says no? How can you stop when your feet say go? They said, get back, honky cat Better get back to the woods Well, I quit those days and my redneck ways And, oh, the change is gonna do me good You better get back, honky cat Living in the city ain't where it's at It's like trying to find gold in a silver mine It's like trying to drink whiskey from a bottle of wine Oh, yeah Get back, honky cat Get back, honky cat Get back Get back, honky cat Get back, honky cat Get back
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Written by: Bernie Taupin, Elton John
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Song Background"Honky Cat" is a song from Elton John's fifth studio album, "Honky Château," which was released in 1972.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Elton John and his long-time lyricist, Bernie Taupin. They have written several of John's classic songs together.
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Chart PerformanceIt did very well on the charts, peaking at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 31 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Song InspirationThe song's themes of rural simplicity and dissatisfaction with city life are heavily influenced by Bernie Taupin's rural upbringing.
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MusiciansThe song features Elton John on vocals and piano, Davey Johnstone on guitar, and Nigel Olsson on drums. The brass section was arranged by producer Gus Dudgeon.
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Album Success"Honky Château" is considered one of Elton John's finest albums and it became his first number one album in the U.S.
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Music VideoAlthough no formal music video was made for the song, a live performance video is often associated with it, showcasing Elton John's fiery piano playing.
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Song StyleThe song is often classified as rock, with strong roots in country and blues, featuring a standout honky-tonk piano lead.
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Grammy NominationsThe album, "Honky Château," earned Elton John a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year in 1973 but didn't win.
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Live Performances"Honky Cat" remains a favorite during Elton John's live performances and has been included in numerous concert tours through the years.
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Cover VersionsThe song was famously covered by British band, Stereophonics, for a B-side on their single "Handbags and Gladrags" in 2001.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Honky Cat" emphasize the importance of appreciating one's roots, regardless of life's successes and achievements in the city.
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Album ArtworkThe intriguing cover artwork of "Honky Château" features a fantasy theme and an unusual photo of Elton John, memorialized as a rather strange, surreal depiction that fans remember fondly.
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