Every American knows “Weird Al” Yancovic. But if you happen to hear this name for the first time, so let me introduce the weirdest and the funniest man who is an American singer-songwriter, music producer, actor, comedian, satirist, and a parodist. Below are some of his music videos that will make you smile and even laugh.
His humorous songs scoff at American Popular culture that is imposed to us through television, songs, cinema, and mass media in general. Since his first humorous song aired in 1976, he has sold more than 12 million albums, recorded more than 150 parody and original humorous songs, and has performed more than 1,000 live shows. Moreover, Alfred Matthew Yancovic, which is his real full name, has received three Grammy Awards, has earned four gold records and six platinum records in the United States.
It is said that a gifted person has talent for everything. This rule really works at least for Weird Al. In addition to recording songs, Alfred directed music videos of famous American performers, wrote and starred in his own movie named UHF, and ran his own TV show The Weird Al Show.
Al Yankovic claims he has no intention of writing “serious” music. In his reasoning, “There are enough people that do unfunny music. I will leave the serious stuff to Paris Hilton and Kevin Federline.” This statement reveals his character, does not it?
Recently the parodist made the choice about the next series of parodies. It has been reported that Lady Gaga material may be used on Yankovic’s newest album due out late 2010 – early 2011. Weird Al has acknowledged that Gaga is “a great candidate” for a parody. I am sure that thousands of Lady Gaga’s and Al’s fans will be waiting for the release with impatience. Let’s wait and see.
