First time in a barroom when I was just a boy
Two men commenced to fighting, it was fighting they enjoyed
As fast as it started, it was over and done
One man left standing, there could only be one
Well, he looked me in the eye and he said, "C'mon, son
It's time to drink some whiskey, and this is how it's done"

This is how it's done
This is how it's done
This is how it's done
Yeah, this is how it's done

Now honky-tonks and juke joints, they fast became my home
Always in good company wherever I would roam
Stomping to the music with a cold one in my hand
One night, a pretty cowgirl's eyes cried: "Catch me if you can"
Well, I followed her to the dance floor and she showed me where she's from
When I yelled out to the crowd, "Hey, now this is how it's done"

This is how it's done
Yeah, this is how it's done
This is how it's done
Yeah, this is how it's done

Now I ain't looking for no trouble, but backing down won't do
I'd rather sip my whiskey and buy a round for you
Well, if you insist on fighting, well, you may be sorry, son
'Cause you're messing with a veteran of kicking ass for fun

This is how it's done
Yeah, this is how it's done
This is how it's done
Yeah, this is how it's done, son

This is how it's done
Yeah, this is how it's done
This is how it's done
Now this is how it's done