One shot, Two shot, Three tequila floor,
Cowboy bouncer’s ’bout to bowl me out the door
Jose got me stumblin’ mumblin’ like a fool
That worms got a kick like a Tennessee mule
Wake up in the mornin hurtin head skinned knees
Aint no doubt about whats puttin a whoopin on me
[Chorus]
Tequila Goes down easy, lord it will sneak up on you fast
Tequila Great Big buzz in a lil bitty glass
Tequila Glass, salt, straight up, chilled,lemon lime
Blue on the rocks, frozen margarita time
Mexicali, blue aguave, fire in a bottle
Too much Cabo Wabo do the cucha racha wobble
You think by now a drinkin man would learn
You dont go toe to toe with that lil bitty worm
[Repeat Chorus]
Raising a Glass to Good Times and Consequences
Brooks & Dunn’s “Tequila” captures the wild ride that comes with one too many shots, blending humor with the hard truths of overindulgence. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of rowdy nights, colorful characters, and the mischievous spirit of tequila. From stumbling exits to the infamous “worm” at the bottle’s bottom, the song highlights both the allure and the pitfalls of this fiery drink. The catchy chorus drives home how tequila can sneak up on you, offering a “great big buzz in a lil bitty glass.” Ultimately, the song serves as a playful warning: no matter how seasoned a drinker you are, tequila always has the last laugh.
Song Credits
Artist: Brooks & Dunn
Songwriters: Ronnie Dunn, Terry McBride
Release Year: 2007
Label: Arista Nashville