"The Beverly Hillbillies." The song is heard in the background of a party scene depicting George W. Bush's drinking years in Oliver Stone's biographical film W. The song is also heard in the background of a scene from the alien abduction film Fire in the Sky, which was reportedly based on a true story . The song is also heard in Hancock. It also is heard in the 2021 TV series Reservation Dogs.Chart performance Weekly charts Year-end charts Cover versions Charley Crockett recorded a cover of this song on his 2016 album, In The Night. French singer Mireille Mathieu recorded in 1975 a French cover called "Inutile de nous revoir". LeAnn Rimes covered the song on her 2011 covers album Lady & Gentlemen. Jenni Rivera covered the song on her 2001 album Déjate Amar''. Certifications References 1959 songs 1975 singles Freddy Fender songs Number-one singles in New Zealand Swamp pop music Songs written by Huey P. Meaux Song recordings produced by Huey P. Meaux