Honky Tonk Truth
# Honky Tonk Truth

"Honky Tonk Truth" is a song written by Ronnie Dunn, Kim Williams and Lonnie Wilson, and recorded by American country music duo Brooks & Dunn. It was released in August 1997 as the first single from their first compilation album The Greatest Hits Collection. It peaked at #3 on the US Country chart.

## Music video

The music video premiered on CMT in August, 1997 and featured NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt. It was directed by Sherman Halsey. It was shot in Las Vegas. Brooks & Dunn are also seen performing in Caesar's Palace casino, the top balcony of the Rio hotel overlooking the city & in front of the old Caesar's Palace sign on the Strip, displaying song related messages such as, "Liar." Ronnie Dunn was dressed in all black.

## Chart positions

"Honky Tonk Truth" debuted at number 41 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for the week of August 30, 1997.

| Chart (1997) | Peak position |
| - | - |
| Canada Country Tracks (RPM) | 3 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) | 3 |

### Year-end charts

| Chart (1997) | Position |
| - | - |
| Canada Country Tracks (RPM) | 39 |
| US Country Songs (Billboard) | 67 |
