“Weird Al” Yankovic, born October 23, 1959, rose to fame in the 1980s with parody songs like “Eat It” and “Like a Surgeon.” Starting with Dr. Demento’s radio show, he built a career blending humor and music. Known for polka medleys and original songs, Al has won five Grammys, released 14 studio albums, and remains a pop culture icon. | Historyinmemes

On this week’s Sample Saturday, check out “Polkas on 45” by "Weird Al" Yankovic to hear lyrics from “Hot Blooded.” “Polkas on 45” from Yankovic’s second album, ‘In 3-D,’ marks his first recorded polka medley. This track and “The Hot Rocks Polka” are his only polka medleys that center around popular Rock hits from the 1960s and 1970s. | Foreigner