Out in the country
Past the city limits sign
Well there’s a honky tonk
Near the county line
The joint starts jumpin’ every night
When the sun goes down
They got whiskey, women, music and smoke
It’s where all the cowboy folk
Go to boot scootin’ boogie
I’ve got a good job
I work hard for my money
When it’s quittin’ time Lord I hit the door runnin’
I fire up my pickup truck
And let the horses run
I go flyin’ down that highway
To that hideaway
Stuck out in the woods
To do the boot scootin’boogie
Yeah, heel toe do si do
Come on, baby, let’s go boot scootin’
Oh Cadillac, blackjack baby meet me out back
We’re gonna boogie
Oh, get down, turn around, go to town
Boot scootin’ boogie
Well, the bartender asks me, says son what’ll it be
I want a shot at that redhead yonder lookin’ at me
The dance floors hoppin’ and it’s hotter than the Fourth of July
I see outlaws, inlaws, crooks and straights all out makin’ it shake
Doin’ the boot scootin’ boogie
Yeah, heel toe do si do
Come on, baby, let’s go boot scootin’
Oh Cadillac, blackjack baby meet me out back
We’re gonna boogie
Yeah, get down, turn around, go to town
Boot scootin’ boogie
Yeah, heel toe do si do
Come on, baby, let’s go boot scootin’
Oh Cadillac, blackjack baby meet me out back
We’re gonna boogie
Oh, get down, turn around, go to town
Boot scootin’ boogie
Boot scootin’ boogie
Get down, turn around, go to town
Boot scootin’ boogie
I said get down, turn around, go to town
Boot scootin’ boogie
Celebrating Country Nightlife
“Boot Scootin’ Boogie” by Brooks & Dunn is a vibrant anthem that captures the heart and soul of rural nightlife. The song transports listeners to a lively honky-tonk on the edge of town, where hard-working people gather to unwind, dance, and enjoy the simple pleasures of music and camaraderie. With vivid imagery of whiskey, women, and smoky air, the lyrics paint a picture of a community united by the joy of line dancing and letting loose after a long week.
A Joyful Escape
The song’s protagonist is relatable—a person who works hard and looks forward to the thrill of escaping daily routines. The repeated invitation to “get down, turn around, go to town” embodies the spirit of celebration and togetherness. The lyrics highlight the diversity of the crowd, from outlaws to in-laws, showing that the dance floor is a great equalizer where everyone can have a good time.
Song Credits
“Boot Scootin’ Boogie” was written by Ronnie Dunn and first released by Brooks & Dunn in 1991. The song appears on their debut album and was released under the Arista Nashville label.