He was sittin’ at the bar, sippin’ on a regular Coke
We were drinkin’ and smokin’ and makin’ him the butt of our jokes
We all said, “Man, what happened to you? Why can’t you just have a few?”
He said, “I would if I could, but it’s probably best that I don’t.”
[Chorus]
Cause the more I drink, the more I drink
Yeah, I’m the world’s greatest lover and a dancin’ machine
I get loud, I get proud….and it gets worse
Well if I have one, I’ll have thirteen
Naw, there ain’t no in-between
Cause, the more I drink, the more I drink.
A couple of cold ones, and somebody hands me a shot.
Hell, even buck-tooth and bow-legged women start lookin’ hot
And pretty soon I’m bummin’ cigarettes and sweet talkin’ some big brunette
Yeah, once I get on a roll, ain’t no tellin’ where I’ll stop
[Chorus]
Yep-yep
Humm, that’s what I’m talking about
Man, if I have one, I’ll have thirteen
And they can’t get me off the kareoke machine,
The more I drink…the more I drink.
Yeah, the more I drink, the more I drink, the more I drink.
Finding Humor in Honesty: A Dive into Blake Shelton’s “The More I Drink”
Blake Shelton’s “The More I Drink” delivers a witty and candid look at the all-too-relatable consequences of overindulgence. The song follows a narrator who, despite his best intentions, can’t stop at just one drink. With clever wordplay and an infectious melody, Shelton brings to life the transformation from sober restraint to uninhibited revelry. The lyrics paint vivid scenes—rowdy bar antics, karaoke performances, and questionable decisions—showcasing how quickly things escalate when self-control slips away. Beneath the humor, the song nods to the challenges of moderation, striking a balance between celebration and caution. Shelton’s charismatic delivery ensures listeners can’t help but laugh and nod along, recognizing their own experiences in these lively verses.
Song Credits
- Artist: Blake Shelton
- Songwriters: David Lee Murphy, Chris DuBois, Dave Turnbull
- Release Year: 2007
- Label: Warner Bros. Nashville