Albert Murray

The juke joint, the honky tonk, and the ballroom also represent one more thing, anthropologically speaking: a ceremonial context for the male-with-female-duet dance flirtation and embrace, upon which the zoological survival of the human species has always been predicated.

American Critic

Murray Head

I never tried to emulate that New York rap style. What I do is a quasi rap. It's a honky rap, not a black rap. I find it puzzling that so many people have assumed I'm black.

English Actor

Elias

For the record, Jeff Jarret cannot play guitar. Honky Tonk Man cannot play guitar. Elias? Guitar, piano, harmonica, drums, you name it. I can do anything.

American Wrestler

Brooke Hogan

I've had a black guy call me a honky, and I've also been told that white people smell like bologna.

American Celebrity

Considered highly disrespectful and should be avoided in conversation.

Offensive Slur

Used to refer negatively to white individuals, often hinting at racial tensions.

Racial Context

Originated in the 20th century, reflecting historical race relations in the U.S.

Historical Usage

Imitates the sound of a car horn; informal and descriptive.

Onomatopoeic Term

Used in everyday speech; not for formal or written communication.

Casual Conversation

Describes vehicle horns in a non-technical, layman's terms.