Joe Ely Honky Tonk Masquerade Lyrics

Honky Tonk Masquerade Lyrics

You sure look fine tonight, in the beer sign light

Why did you seem surprised when I saw through your disguise

All your friends were there, no one had a care

They all just looked away in this honky tonk masquerade



You should have known I knew all along

That I could see through you, right or wrong

I didn't need a clue, I didn't even have to ask

You saw your own reflection in the glass



I'd like to see you home, but I know you're not alone

You seem to fit right in, as you tell me where you've been

You say there's not that much to tell but I know you oh, too well

Your eyes give you away in this honky tonk masquerade



You should have known I knew all along

I could see through you, right or wrong

I didn't need a clue, I didn't even have to ask

You saw your own reflection in the glass



You sure look fine tonight, they're turning out the lights

Why did you hold my sleeve when I said I had to leave

I hoped it never showed, that's the way it goes

As the lights begin to fade on this honky tonk masquerade