Indian Lake
The Cowsills
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You take a bus marked "Lakewood Drive" And you keep on drivin' till you're out of the city Where the air is fine with the sweet smellin pine And the countryside's pretty And you'll see daffodils peepin over The hills or a honey lovin' mama bear You just take a left at the bridge Go down to Quakerforn Ridge And in a minute you're there (Dupe do be do do do ) Indian Lake is a scene You should make with your little one Keep it in mind if you're lookin to find A place in the summer sun Swim in the cove have a snack in the grove Or you can rent a canoe at Indian Lake You'll be able to make the way the Indians do
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Written by: TONY ROMEO
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25 facts about this song
The Cowsills'"Indian Lake" is a hit song performed by the American singing group "The Cowsills," which consisted of several brothers and sisters.
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1968 ReleaseThe song was released in 1968 and quickly became one of their most well-known tracks.
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Chart Topping"Indian Lake" peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Tony RomeoThe song was written by Tony Romeo, who would later write "I Think I Love You" for The Partridge Family.
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Influence"Indian Lake" showcases the '60s folk-pop sound with its catchy melody and harmonious vocals, similar to the group's other hit songs like "The Rain, The Park, and Other Things."
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AlbumThe track came from their third album "Captain Sad and His Ship of Fools."
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First without fatherThis was the first single The Cowsills released after their father was removed as their manager.
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Pop CultureDespite the happy tune of "Indian Lake", its lyrics are considered subversive, providing social commentary on the "Summer of Love" and hippie counterculture.
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ControversySome radio stations refused to play "Indian Lake" because they misinterpreted the lyrics as a reference to drug use.
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Classic Pop"Indian Lake" continues to be a staple of "oldies" radio programming, maintaining its popularity for over five decades.
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PerformancesThe Cowsills performed the song on popular TV shows in the 60s including The Ed Sullivan Show and The Johnny Cash Show.
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Cover VersionsOther artists such as Freddy Weller and Eddy Arnold have covered the song.
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Release Date"Indian Lake" by The Cowsills was initially released in 1968.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a significant hit, reaching number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Song ProductionIt was produced by prominent '60s producer Wes Farrell, who also produced songs for other popular bands including The Partridge Family.
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Controversial ReceptionThe song was received with mixed reactions due to its perceived mockery of Native American culture.
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Family BandThe Cowsills, the band that recorded "Indian Lake", consisted of siblings Bill, Bob, Barry, John, Susan, and Paul Cowsill.
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Song InspirationThe song is named after a real place – Indian Lake is a resort area in Ohio.
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Significant Release"Indian Lake" was one of the last hits for The Cowsills, before a significant decline in their popularity.
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Lyrics AnalystSome fans assume the lyrics suggest a simple trip to the country or a kind of summer love experience.
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Television Appearance"Indian Lake" was performed by the band on popular TV show, The Ed Sullivan Show in 1968.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by various artists throughout the years, adding to its lasting popularity.
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Album Feature"Indian Lake" featured on the band's "Captain Sad And His Ship Of Fools" album.
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GenreThe song is often classified as Bubblegum Pop, a genre that was popular in the late 1960s.
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Songwriting"Indian Lake" was written by Tony Romeo, who also penned hits for other bands, including The Partridge Family.
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