Introduction:
“Burnin’ the Honky Tonks Down” is a song recorded by American country music artist Alan Jackson. It was released in October 2004 as the second single from his album What I Do. The song was written by Billy Burnette and Shawn Camp.
The song is a nostalgic look back at a simpler time when honky-tonks were the center of social life in many small towns. The lyrics describe a time when people would gather at these establishments to drink, dance, and listen to live music. The song’s title refers to the decline of honky-tonks in recent years, as many have closed their doors due to changing demographics and economic conditions.
“Burnin’ the Honky Tonks Down” was a commercial success, peaking at number 11 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The song was also certified Gold by the RIAA for sales of over 500,000 copies.