Down In The Boondocks

Song Info:
Released in 1965, "Down In The Boondocks" is a single by Billy Joe Royal. The song was written by Joe South and produced by Joe South and Bill Lowery. It was a major hit for Royal, reaching number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number two on the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart. "Down In The Boondocks" also charted in several other countries, including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Artist Bio:
Billy Joe Royal was born on April 3, 1942, in Valdosta, Georgia, and passed away on October 6, 2015. He was a country and pop singer who achieved success in the 1960s and 1970s with hits like "Down In The Boondocks," "I Knew You When," and "Cherry Hill Park." Royal's music blended elements of country, pop, and rock, earning him a diverse fan base. He continued to perform and record music throughout his career, releasing albums on various labels. Royal's distinctive voice and charismatic stage presence solidified his status as a respected performer in the music industry.