“Weird Al” Yankovic is an American singer-songwriter known for his humorous songs that make light of pop culture and often parody specific songs by other artists. His most popular songs include “Eat It” (a parody of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It”), “Like a Surgeon” (a parody of Madonna’s “Like a Virgin”), and “White & Nerdy” (a parody of Chamillionaire’s “Ridin'”).
Yankovic has released 14 studio albums and has sold over 12 million records worldwide. He has won five Grammy Awards and has been nominated for 11 others. In 2003, he was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
