Introduction:
“Too Drunk to Karaoke” is a humorous, feel-good duet between Jimmy Buffett and Toby Keith, released in 2013. The song embraces the fun and sometimes chaotic spirit of karaoke, celebrating the carefree joy of singing with friends, even when you might not be at your best. Buffett, known for his laid-back “beach bum” persona, blends perfectly with Keith’s more rowdy, country style, making the song a lighthearted anthem about letting loose.
The music video adds another layer of fun to the song, featuring both artists in a bar, embodying the carefree spirit of karaoke, where the performance doesn’t have to be polished—it just has to be fun.
The collaboration between Buffett and Keith wasn’t just a musical endeavor; it reflected their long-standing friendship. Although they had considered working together before, “Too Drunk to Karaoke” became a standout moment in their partnership. This song highlights both artists’ ability to not take themselves too seriously and create something entertaining for their fans.
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Lyrics:
“Too Drunk To Karaoke”
(feat. Toby Keith)Too drunk!
Too drunk!Last night at the bar it was karaoke night
Yeah, everybody down there was feeling alright
They got big margarita pitchers, two-for-one (yum-yum)
They were feeling footloose and ready for some fun
When I signed up, I was ready to go
But they didn’t call my name for an hour or so
Damn if they didn’t make me wait too long
I was in no kind of shape to sing a Jon Bon songToo drunk to karaoke
Too drunk to karaoke
If you keep on drinking, you’re gonna be
Too drunk to karaoke, just like me
Too drunk to karaoke
Too drunk to karaokeWell, the place got rocking, temptation was strong
All the pretty girls kept a egging me on
Well, I shoulda kept my flip-flops glued to the chair
But no, I jumped right up and slicked back my hairToo drunk to karaoke
Too drunk to karaokeWell you can sing in the shower ’til you sound real good
You can terrorize the whole damn neighborhood
But when you hit that stage with that mic in your hand
You better pace yourself, son, if you wanna have fansToo drunk to karaoke
Too drunk to karaoke (play it, boys)If you ask me, hell, I killed that song
When I looked around, everybody was gone
Except a couple of bouncers ’bout half my age
They grabbed the microphone and threw me off the stage
You’re too drunk to karaoke, that’s what they told me
You’re too drunk to karaoke, how can that be?
You don’t have to be good, don’t have to be refined
You just have to be a legend in your own mind
Don’t have to rehearse, or even sing on key
Just prove that theory of drunkativityToo drunk to karaoke
Too drunk to karaoke (look at me!)
You’re too drunk to karaoke
Just like me
Too drunk to karaoke
(That’s what I’m talking about)