How “Down Under” Led to a Lawsuit and Tragedy

“Down Under” is one of the most joyful songs of the 1980s. But few people know it triggered a chain of events that destroyed a musician’s life. In this episode of Behind the Track, we tell the full story behind Men at Work’s biggest hit — from a forgotten TV moment to a legal battle that changed everything for Greg Ham. This is not a story about success. It’s about the cost of it. Behind the Track explores the true stories behind the world’s most iconic songs. If you enjoy music history, untold stories, and the human cost behind famous hits, you’re in the right place.