In 2019, award-winning country singer Jake Owen released his hit single “Down to the Honkytonk” as part of his album, Greetings from… Jake.
The song immediately became one of Jake Owen’s greatest hits, landing at no. 7 on the US Country Airplay (Billboard) and no. 9 on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard). The single also secured a spot on Canada Country (Billboard), landing at no.1.
Certified as a 2x Platinum with over 2,000,000 certified unit sales, the song has taken the country music industry by storm. Its overall feel, from its setting to its catchy tune, somehow takes listeners back to the past. There is also no denying that the song borrows liberally from ’80s and ’90s country legends.
As we dive right into the meaning behind the song, we’ll find out how Jake Owen’s “Down to the Honkytonk” became a traditional blast.
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Meaning Behind the Song
Written by Rodney Clawson, Luke Laird, and Shane McAnally, the song is simply about enjoying that one life to the fullest.
Owen, who loves going to Honky tonk’s in Nashville and around the country, says it’s all about having beers with friends, listening to good country music, and catching up on great stories.
The protagonist in the song always ensures to raise a glass to simple pleasures in life, no matter how small it may be. Since it’s a song that connects with many, it immediately became a single that would grab people’s attention.
So, if you haven’t checked out Jake Owen’s amazing music video for “Down to the Honkytonk,” you can watch the whole video below.
