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Hit Parade | The White and Nerdy Edition Part 2

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This chapter explores the rise and fall of novelty songs on the music charts, tracing their impact from early pop to the 1970s. It highlights Alfred Yankovic's transformative role in parody music, inspired by 'My Sharona,' and sets the foundation for understanding his influence on the genre.

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