Down by the Lazy River
The Osmonds
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12 facts about this song
Release Year"Down by the Lazy River" was released in 1972 as the first single from the band's album, "Phase III".
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Successful HitThe song peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, making it one of the Osmonds’ most successful hits.
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B-Side TrackThe song was released as a single with the B-side track "He's the Light of the World."
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Writer CreditsThe song was written by Alan Osmond and Merrill Osmond.
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Certified GoldThe song was certified Gold by the RIAA on March 20, 1972, meaning it had sold over a million copies.
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Cover VersionsThe Osmonds’ song has been covered by various artists since its release. Elvis Presley for example, performed a live version during his "Aloha from Hawaii" satellite concert in 1973.
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Fun FactUnlike most songs by the band, which featured lead vocals by Donny Osmond, this song's lead parts were sang by Merrill and Jay Osmond.
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Featured on TV ShowsThe song was featured in an episode of the TV show "Breaking Bad," further cementing its legacy in pop culture.
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Band MembersThe Osmonds were made up of members of the Osmond family, a family music group from Utah, USA. It included Alan, Wayne, Merrill, Jay, and Donny Osmond.
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Resonates With FansDespite being released nearly 50 years ago, "Down By The Lazy River" continues to resonate with fans for its catchy tune and upbeat lyrics.
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Live PerformancesThe Osmonds have performed this song at several major venues including the Grand Ole Opry in 1972.
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RecognitionThe song is among the band's most recognized hits and continues to receive considerable airplay on oldies radio stations.
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