[Verse 1] Well I cut my teeth on a pawnshop Fender Played three chords like a born offender Never had much use for rules or school But I sure knew how to fill a smoky room [Verse 2] I paid my dues in neon light Sang for tips and stayed out all night Got kicked outta more bars than I can name But I never once forgot why I came [Chorus] I’ve been on the wrong side of right Too loud for Sunday, too fast for polite They say “settle down” but that ain’t my kind I chase the sound that I can’t quite find If I had a dollar for every time they said “son, you’ll never get far” I’d still be here, strummin’ this beat-up guitar On the wrong side of right — and feelin’ fine [Verse 3] I ain't no preacher, never claimed to be But I’ll tell the truth if you pour one for me A song and a sin go hand in hand And I play both with a five-piece band [Chorus] I’ve been on the wrong side of right Too wild for church, too sharp for the mic They say “tone it down,” I say “turn it up” Pour another shot in my coffee cup If I had a dime for every time they said “boy, you're wasting your time” I’d buy another round and a new punchline For the wrong side of right — and do it twice [Bridge] I ain’t here for medals or gold Just give me a stage and let the story unfold If you want polished, I ain’t your guy But I’ll sing you a song that'll bleed you dry [Final Chorus] Yeah, I’ve been on the wrong side of right But I’ve found heaven in the honky-tonk lights They say “grow up,” but I never did Still chasing that dream like a reckless kid If I had a buck for every time I heard “man, you’re wasting your prime” I’d buy a second-hand truck and drive that line Down the wrong side of right — with no end in sight (fade)
