Honey

Ricky Skaggs

About Honey

Honey (Open That Door)" is a song written by Mel Tillis and recorded by American country music artist Ricky Skaggs. It was originally a non-charted single by Webb Pierce that was released in 1974. It was released in February 1984 as the second single from the album Don't Cheat in Our Hometown. "Honey (Open That Door)" was Ricky Skaggs' seventh number one on the country chart. The single stayed at number one for one week and spent a total of eleven weeks on the country chart.


Year:
1983
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[Chorus]
Honey, Honey
Honey won't you open that door
This is your sweet daddy don't you love me no more?
It's cold outside let me sleep on the floor
Honey won't you open that door

I honky-tonked around Dallas
Got in a poker game
Somebody must've been a-cheatin'
I lost everything but my name

Well I walked halfway to memphis
Finally got back home
I'd have been better off where I was
'Cause here's where things went wrong

[Chorus]

I went downtown to see 'ol bob
Thought he was my friend
The landlord said that bob's not here
"The Police done hauled him in!"

I ran right back to little honey's house
I got me a rockin' chair
"now honey if you don't open that door
I'm gonna rock on away from here"

[Chorus]

Honey (Honey)
Honey (Honey)
Honey (Honey)
Honey (Honey)
Honey won't you open that door?

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Ricky Skaggs

Richard Lee "Ricky" Skaggs (born July 18, 1954) is a country and bluegrass singer, musician, producer, and composer. He primarily plays mandolin; however, he also plays fiddle, guitar, mandocaster and banjo. more »

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Ricky Skaggs is an American country and bluegrass singer, musician, and producer. He primarily plays the mandolin and has produced a significant impact on the Bluegrass and Country music industries.
Song Origin
"Honey (Open That Door)" is a cover song originally written and performed by Mel Tillis, a renowned country songwriter.
Chart Performance
The song was released by Ricky Skaggs in 1984 and became one of his hit singles, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart that same year.
Album Information
"Honey" was included in Skaggs's sixth studio album, "Don't Cheat in Our Hometown", which was also a huge hit and secured its place on the Country charts.
Song Themes
"Honey" is a classic Country song with themes of love, heartbreak, reconciliation, and protection. It tells the story of a man pleading with his ex-lover to let him back into her life.
Musical Style
The song is a fusion of traditional country elements with a slight bluegrass twist, staying true to Ricky Skaggs's signature style.
Live Performances
"Honey" is often included in Ricky Skaggs's live performances due to its popularity amongst fans.
Awards and Recognition
Although the song did not win any awards, Ricky Skaggs himself has received numerous accolades, including being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2018.
Signature Instrument
The song features Ricky Skaggs's masterful mandolin playing, which is one of his signature aspects as an artist.
Lyrics and Mood
Despite its seemingly upbeat tempo, "Honey" carries an emotional undertone in its lyrics, reflecting the complexity of the song and Ricky Skaggs's artistry.

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