Introduction:
Country music icon Toby Keith released the lighthearted and catchy tune “I Like Girls That Drink Beer” in 2012. The song became the lead single for his studio album, Hope on the Rocks, which arrived later that year.
“I Like Girls That Drink Beer” is a prime example of Keith’s signature style, which often blends country twang with a rock and roll edge. The song’s themes center around a man who finds companionship and enjoyment with a woman who shares his love for a simple life and a cold beer.
The easygoing tempo and relatable lyrics resonated with audiences, propelling the song to number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It also achieved a respectable number ten spot on the overall Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing its crossover appeal.
“I Like Girls That Drink Beer” wasn’t just a chart-topper; it achieved Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), signifying sales exceeding 500,000 copies within the United States. This sales milestone solidified the song as a commercial success for Keith.
Beyond the numbers, “I Like Girls That Drink Beer” became a popular anthem at bars and honky-tonks, further cementing its place within country music culture. The song continues to be a staple at Keith’s concerts, generating enthusiastic crowd singalongs whenever he performs it live.
While some critics viewed the song’s subject matter as simplistic, it undeniably struck a chord with fans who appreciated its lighthearted celebration of down-home living and enjoying a beverage with good company. “I Like Girls That Drink Beer” remains a cornerstone of Toby Keith’s discography and a notable entry within the vast landscape of country music.
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Lyrics:
Bye bye baby I’m leavingYou can keep your mansion and your moneyYour boat and your Benz and your uptown friendsAnd your country club that ain’t really countryI need a little down home lovin’And a man ain’t gonna get it up hereYeah I’ll find what I want in a honky tonkI like girls that drink beerYou bought me a black tie suit and I ain’t wearin’ itCan’t be seen in that thing in my LariatAin’t goin’ down to the ball in your chariotThis high rise life just ain’t for meBye bye baby I’m leavingNow you can keep your mansion and your moneyYour boat and your Benz and your uptown friendsAnd your country club that ain’t really countryI need a little down home lovin’And a man ain’t gonna get it up hereHey I’ll find what I want in a honky tonkI like girls that drink beerThere’s a two lane black tap road and I’ma hittin’ itSkynard back song, let her fly just a-gettin’ itFind me a little hot spot and just sit in itGive me a mug of that ice cold brewGet me a girl that’s got one tooBye bye baby I’m leavingYou can keep your mansion and your moneyYour boat and your Benz and your uptown friendsAnd your country club that ain’t really countryI need a little down home lovin’And a man ain’t gonna get it up hereHey I’ll find what I want in a honky tonkI like girls that drink beerHey I need a little down home lovin’And a man ain’t gonna get it up hereHey I’ll find what I want in a honky tonkI like girls that drink beerYeah I’ll find what I want in a honky tonkI like girls that drink beer