Uncle Kracker created a cover of the song that was originally recorded in 1972 by whom?
Uncle Kracker Matthew Shafer (born June 6, 1974), also known by his stage name Uncle Kracker, is an American musician, singer, lyricist, former rapper and guitarist. He is the former turntablist for Kid Rock's backing group Twisted Brown Trucker and has recorded as a solo artist since 1999. His singles "Follow Me" and "Drift Away" were top ten hits on the Billboard Hot 100.
Down by the Lazy River "Down by the Lazy River" is a song written by Alan Osmond and Merrill Osmond and performed by The Osmonds. It was released on January 15, 1972. The song reached #4 on the "Billboard" Hot 100 on March 4, 1972, and spent two weeks at #3 on the "Cash Box" Top 100. It also reached #40 on the UK Singles Chart in 1972. The song reached #1 for two weeks in both the Netherlands and Canada. The song appeared on their 1972 album, "Phase III". It was certified Gold by the RIAA on March 24, 1972.