Black Sheep Boy

Black Sheep Boy
Studio album by
ReleasedApril 5, 2005
Recorded2005
StudioBrian Beattie's Wonder Chamber, Austin, Texas
GenreIndie rock, folk rock
Length47:18
LabelJagjaguwar
ProducerOkkervil River
Okkervil River chronology
Sleep and Wake-Up Songs
(2004)
Black Sheep Boy
(2005)
Black Sheep Boy Appendix
(2005)

Black Sheep Boy is the third studio album by American indie rock band Okkervil River, released on April 5, 2005. The title is inspired by the song "Black Sheep Boy" by 1960s folk singer Tim Hardin. The album deals with Hardin's struggle with heroin addiction and Okkervil River lead singer Will Sheff's failed relationships and heartbreaks. The album cover features the work of Providence artist William Schaff.