Texas Nite Life
Performed by Bale Harrison and the Texas Field Hands
(Verse 1)
There’s a cowboy in the corner, boots shined bright,
Been here six nights this week, ain’t slowin’ down tonight.
His two-step’s smoother than a brand new ride,
And every girl in here’s been a twirl on his side.
He’s got a drink named after him, “The Midnight Cowboy,”
Knows every song on the jukebox, brings folks a little joy.
(Pre-Chorus)
When life gets tough, and things ain’t right,
There’s a neon glow that’ll fix you tonight.
(Chorus)
Sometimes the only answer is Texas Nite Life,
Where the dance floor’s packed, and the neon’s bright.
A cold beer in hand, and a cowgirl in view,
If you’re feelin’ low, it’ll pull you through.
From the two-stepin’ crowd to the line-dance crew,
It’s where a cowboy can find what he’s gotta do.
Yeah, when life feels heavy, and you’re lookin’ for light,
Sometimes the only answer is Texas Nite Life.
(Verse 2)
He’s worn out three pairs of spurs, just dancin’ ‘til dawn,
Swears that mechanical bull’s been dodgin’ him all along.
Pearl-snap shirt and a buckle that shines,
And if you ain’t dancin’, you ain’t wastin’ his time.
The bartenders know his order before he speaks,
He tips his hat with a grin that’s been known to last weeks.
(Pre-Chorus)
When the world’s too fast, and your boots feel tight,
Head to where the honky-tonk’s burnin’ bright.
(Chorus)
Sometimes the only answer is Texas Nite Life,
Where the dance floor’s packed, and the neon’s bright.
A cold beer in hand, and a cowgirl in view,
If you’re feelin’ low, it’ll pull you through.
From the two-stepin’ crowd to the line-dance crew,
It’s where a cowboy can find what he’s gotta do.
Yeah, when life feels heavy, and you’re lookin’ for light,
Sometimes the only answer is Texas Nite Life.
(Bridge)
Six nights a week, he’s got a rhythm and a roll,
But Sunday’s for rest, even cowboys need soul.
He’s danced with ‘em all, from the moms to the girls,
But the Texas Nite Life keeps spinnin’ his world.
(Chorus)
Sometimes the only answer is Texas Nite Life,
Where the dance floor’s packed, and the neon’s bright.
A cold beer in hand, and a cowgirl in view,
If you’re feelin’ low, it’ll pull you through.
From the two-stepin’ crowd to the line-dance crew,
It’s where a cowboy can find what he’s gotta do.
Yeah, when life feels heavy, and you’re lookin’ for light,
Sometimes the only answer is Texas Nite Life.
(Outro)
When the stars don’t shine, and the road feels long,
Texas Nite Life is where you belong.
Yeah, sometimes the only answer in life,
Is that good ol’ Texas Nite Life.
Music and Lyrics by Alan Nafzger
