*"Down by the Lazy River"* is a 1972 hit song by **The Osmonds**, released on their album *Phase III*. Written by **Merrill and Donny Osmond**, this energetic track became one of their biggest hits, reaching **#4 on the Billboard Hot 100** and solidifying their status as a major pop and rock group of the early '70s. The song stands out with its **upbeat, rock-driven sound**, a departure from their earlier bubblegum pop style. It features a **catchy chorus, strong harmonies, and a driving beat**,