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"Weird Al" Yankovic

"Weird Al" Yankovic (born Alfred Matthew Yankovic) is an American comedian, musician, and pop culture icon known for his humorous musical parodies and original polka medleys, rising to fame in the 1980s with hits like "Eat It" and "Like a Surgeon," forever changing music comedy with his accordion skills and quirky style. He was an only child who started accordion lessons at age seven, later earning an architecture degree but pursuing music, eventually becoming a beloved, Grammy-winning artist with albums like Bad Hair Day and Mandatory Fun, and even starring in his own film, UHF.

Known For

  • Amish Paradise (Parody of "Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio)
  • White & Nerdy (Parody of "Ridin'" by Chamillionaire feat. Krayzie Bone)
  • Eat It
  • Fat
  • Party In the CIA (Parody of "Party In the U.S.A." By Miley Cyrus)

Discography Highlights

  • Mandatory Fun 2014
  • Alpocalypse (Deluxe Version) 2011
  • Straight Outta Lynwood 2006
  • Poodle Hat 2003
  • Running With Scissors 1999

Soundtrack Appearances

Family Guy (S21) - 1 song(s)

TV Show

Stranger Things (S3) - 1 song(s)

TV Show

  • Joyce pays a visit to Mr. Clarke's humble abode, marking an important step in their developing relationship.