Honky Tonk Moon

Randy Travis

About Honky Tonk Moon

"Honky Tonk Moon" is a song written by Dennis O'Rourke, and recorded by American country music artist Randy Travis. It was released in June 1988 as the lead off single from his album Old 8x10. It became his seventh and fifth consecutive number 1 hit in the United States. It peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


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Dirt road in the twilight, woods so cool and dark.
Up ahead pale neon, somewhere a dog barks,
Honky tonk moon, keeps shining on my baby and me

Breaking up the pool balls, chalking up the cues
Jukebox pumping softly, lazy summer blues
Honky tonk moon, keeps shining on my baby and me

Through the blue smoky haze, all through the haze 
Trouble seems to melt away,
My heart's on a roll, I'm easy in my soul
There's no hurry, no worry, things are goin' my way

My arms around my baby, shufflin' on the floor
Cigarettes and saw-dust, squeaky old screen door.
Honky tonk moon, keeps shinin' on my baby and me.

Outside the dark is falling, stars are twinkling bright
That old hoot owl is calling, every-things all right

Honky tonk moon, keeps shinin' on my baby and me.
Honky tonk moon, keeps shinin' on my baby and me.

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Randy Travis

Randy Travis (born May 4, 1959) is an American country music singer and actor. Since 1985, he has recorded 20 studio albums and charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and 16 of these were number one hits. Considered a pivotal figure in the history of country music, Travis broke through in the mid-1980s with the release of his album Storms of Life, which sold more than three million copies. The album established him as a major force in the Neotraditional country movement. Travis followed up his successful debut with a string of platinum and multi-platinum albums. more »

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Written by: DENNIS O'ROURKE

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Artist Information
"Honky Tonk Moon" is a song performed by award-winning American country music singer Randy Travis.
Release Details
The song was released in June 1988 as the first single from his album "Old 8x10".
Songwriters
'Honky Tonk Moon' was written by Dennis O’Rourke.
Song Genre
It is recognized as a song belonging to the Country music genre.
Song Chart Performance
The song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) chart, making it Randy Travis's eighth consecutive Number One single.
Album Success
"Old 8x10", the album from which "Honky Tonk Moon" comes, earned a triple-platinum certification from the RIAA for sales of over three million copies.
Live Performances
Travis has often included "Honky Tonk Moon" in his live concert setlist, showcasing his love for traditional country sounds.
Song Theme
The song is about a man who leaves the city life for country life, which includes the company of a loving woman and the music from a jukebox.
Legacy
Known for his neo-traditionalist country style, Randy Travis and his songs like "Honky Tonk Moon" have inspired a new generation of performers to go back to the roots of country music.
Cover Versions
While the song is notably Travis's, it has been covered by a few small-time country music artists with a similar appreciation for its traditional style.
Awards
Randy Travis and his album "Old 8x10" have won several music awards, reflecting the high regard for hits like "Honky Tonk Moon", which contributed to the album's success.

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