“Down In The Boondocks” is a popular song by Billy Joe Royal, released in 1965. The song tells the tale of a working-class man in love with a woman from a wealthy family, highlighting the class divide between them. Written by Joe South and produced by Bill Lowery, it became a crossover hit, climbing both the pop and country charts.

Did You Know?

• Originally recorded by Billy Joe Royal in 1965
• Written by Joe South
• Peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart

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