Listen to Joe Diffie’s “Leroy The Redneck Reindeer”.He is no longer with us, but his musical legacy lives on.
“Leroy the Redneck Reindeer” is a novelty Christmas song that was written by Joe Diffie and released in 1995. The song tells the story of a reindeer named Leroy who lives in the South and likes to wear a baseball cap and cowboy boots. He dreams of leading Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve, but his unorthodox appearance and behavior make him an outcast among the other reindeer.
The chorus of the song goes:
“Leroy the redneck reindeer Had a very shiny gun And if you ever saw it You would turn around and run All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Leroy Join in any reindeer games”
The song’s humorous lyrics and catchy melody have made it a popular choice for Christmas parties and festivities over the years. Its light-hearted tone and playful nature also make it a favorite among children and families during the holiday season.
“Leroy the Redneck Reindeer” has been covered by several other artists and has become a beloved classic among fans of novelty Christmas songs. It showcases the fun and whimsy of the holiday season while also reminding audiences not to judge others based on their appearances or backgrounds.
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