The Weird and Quirky World of Novelty Songs

The daily grind is getting you down? The kiddos are feeling grumpy? A lighthearted compilation of novelty song is just what the doctor ordered to turn everyone’s frown upside down!
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Curated by

Greg Torrington

Greg Torrington has years of experience in college and commercial radio. Greg was awarded Music Director of the Year at the first Canadian Music Week industry awards and is credited with breaking many prominent Canadian and international recording artists. Greg worked on projects for many of the Canada’s top artists, served on juries and talent committee. He also participated in music evaluation sessions and panels at numerous regional industry conferences across Canada. In recent years, Greg has ventured into artists consulting and personnel management. He is also a regular contributor and columnist for national music publications.

Artists

Jerry Reed
Roger Miller
"Weird Al" Yankovic
Ray Stevens
Frank Zappa
The Coasters
Shirley Ellis
Lonnie Donegan
Julie Brown
Homer & Jethro

Chart

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The Fox
Ylvis
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My Ding-A-Ling
Chuck Berry
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She Bangs
William Hung
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Where Did You Get That Hat?
Al Simmons
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I'm Too Sexy
Right Said Fred
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Hot Rod Lincoln
Bill Kirchen
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Coconut
Harry Nilsson
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Alley Oop
The Hollywood Argyles
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A Boy Named Sue
Johnny Cash
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The Cover Of The Rolling Stone
Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show