Honky Tonk Masquerade
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G C G C G/B Am
You sure look fine tonight, in the beer sign light
D Dsus2 D G C G
Why did you seem surprised, when I saw through your disguise
G C G C G/B Am
All your friends were there and no one had a care
D Dsus2 D D D D D G Bm Em Eb
They all just looked away in this Honky Tonk Masquerade
D G Bm Em Eb
You should have known I knew, all along
D G Bm Em Eb
That I could see through you right or wrong
D G Bm Em D
I didn't need a clue. I didn't even have to ask
A/C# A D D7
You saw your own reflection in the glass
G C G C G/B Am
I'd like to see you home, but I know you're not alone
D Dsus2 D G C G
You seem to fit right in, as you tell me where you been
G C G C C/B Am
You say there's not that much to tell but I know you oh too well
D Dsus2 D D D D D G Bm Em Eb
Your eyes give you away in this Honky Tonk Masquerade
D G Bm Em Eb
You should have known I knew, all along
D G Bm Em Eb
That I could see through you right or wrong
D G Bm Em D
I didn't need a clue. I didn't even have to ask
A/C# A D D7
You saw your own reflection in the glass
G C G C G/B Am
You sure look fine tonight, they're turning out the lights
D Dsus2 D G C G
Why did you hold my sleeve when I said I had to leave
G C G C G/B Am
I hoped it never showed, but that's the way it goes.
D Dsus2 D D D D D G Bm Em Eb
As the lights begin to fade on this Honky Tonk Masquerade.
outro: is D for three measures, then G Bm Em Eb G
How to play Honky Tonk Masquerade
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 G. 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.