Honky Tonk Crazy
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C F D7
Woman you'd better get up and run while you can
G7 C
Don't waste your sweet time loving me
F D7
You're starting to think that I'm your kind of man
G7 C
But there's a danger in me you can't see
F A7 D7
I've always been honky tonk crazy
F G7 C
I'm someone that's best left alone
F A7 D7
Cause when I get honky tonk crazy
F G7 C
I only feel right doing wrong
F D7
I'll take you and make you love smoky old bars
G7 C
Cheap whiskey and a sad country song
F D7
Till there's nothing left of the lady you are
G7 C
And then like your pride I'll be gone
F A7 D7
Yes when I get honky tonk crazy
F G7 C
I only feel right doing wrong
How to play Honky Tonk Crazy
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is C. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.