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