by Johnny Horton written by Autry Inman
C
Let's take the long way home tonight
F C
Maybe I can hold you tight
G7
That old moon may be shining bright
C G7 C
Let's take the long way home tonight
G7 C
Cos it ain't no fun to go straight home and then
G7 C
Just kiss goodnight and you have to go in
Let's take the long way home from the dance
F C
Maybe we will find romance
G7
We'll cuddle up if we get the chance
C G7 C
Let's take the long way home tonight
Let's take the long way home and have fun
F C
You can help me spend all my mon'
G7
Tell your mom you won't be home till one
C G7 C
Let's take the long way home tonight
G7 C
Cos it ain't no fun to go straight home and then
G7 C
Just kiss goodnight and you have to go in
Let's take the long way home through the park
F C
We'll be alone in the dark
G7
It may be there that I'll win your heart
C G7 C
Let's take the long way home tonight