The song "Bring On The Clowns" by George Jones tells the story of a person who is surrounded by a group of people who are in search of joy and happiness through alcohol and partying. The lyrics describe this group as merry makers, wine drinkers, heart breakers, love makers, cheaters, and lie makers. The narrator initially joins this group, seeking refuge from his own personal problems. He admits to running away from his problems, including cheating on his wife and neglecting his responsibilities. He finds solace in laughter, jokes, and excessive drinking, feeling a sense of camaraderie with the others at the gathering. However, amidst the chaos and revelry, the narrator's perspective changes when he sees someone special walking into the room. This person reaches out to him, and he realizes that he doesn't truly belong in this crowd. Despite feeling undeserving, he is touched that this person still loves him and wants to take him home. With this realization, the narrator decides to leave the party and bid farewell to the merry makers, wine drinkers, heart breakers, love makers, cheaters, and lie makers. He acknowledges that they will not miss him when they continue their frivolous ways and bring on the clowns, symbolizing a continuation of their empty pursuits. Ultimately, the narrator chooses to be with his beloved instead, seeking a more genuine form of happiness and leaving behind the superficiality and emptiness found in the party scene.
