"Honky-tonk piano" is a style of piano playing that is closely associated with honky tonk music. It is characterized by its use of a fast and lively rhythm, often featuring a heavy emphasis on the left hand. The style originated in the early 1900s and has since become a popular style of piano playing in its own right. Honky-tonk piano is often used to accompany singers or as a solo instrument in its own right.