“Weird Al Yankovic Celebrates 10th Anniversary of ‘Mandatory Fun’ with New Single ‘Polkamania!'”

Weird Al Yankovic Celebrates 10th Anniversary of “Mandatory Fun” with New Single and Music Video

Weird Al Yankovic, the king of musical parody, is back with a bang to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his 14th and final album, “Mandatory Fun.” The iconic artist has released a new single accompanied by a hilarious music video titled “Polkamania!” The medley features a dozen of the biggest pop hits from the last decade, all given the signature Weird Al polka treatment.

Known for his comedic take on popular songs, Weird Al’s “Polkamania!” is a delightful mix of humor and musical talent. The medley not only showcases Yankovic’s unique style but also includes clever references to his illustrious music career.

In 2014, “Mandatory Fun” topped the Billboard Top 200 chart, marking a significant milestone in Weird Al’s career. While he has had numerous hits on the Billboard Hot 100 list, this album was his first to reach the coveted number one spot.

Weird Al Yankovic has been a mainstay in the music industry since the 70s, gaining fame through his parodies of chart-topping songs like “Eat It” (a parody of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It”) and “Amish Paradise” (a parody of Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise”).

Apart from his parody songs, Weird Al is also known for his polka medleys, where he reinterprets popular tunes into lively polka numbers, often featuring his trusty accordion.

“Polkamania!” kicks off with a cover of “Helena Polka,” featuring animation by the talented English animator Cyriak. The medley then transitions into hits like Billie Eilish’s “Bad Guy,” Adele’s “Hello,” and Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers,” each segment filled with clever nods to Weird Al’s past work.

The medley also includes snippets from popular songs like Olivia Rodrigo’s “Vampire,” Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road,” and Cardi B’s “WAP,” all reimagined in Weird Al’s signature style.

With “Polkamania!,” Weird Al Yankovic once again proves why he is a musical legend, blending humor, creativity, and nostalgia into a single masterpiece. The medley serves as a perfect reintroduction to Yankovic’s genius and the timeless appeal of polka music.

Fans of Weird Al and music lovers alike are sure to enjoy this trip down memory lane with “Polkamania!” Here’s to another decade of musical mayhem from the one and only Weird Al Yankovic.