Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend "Weird Al" Yankovic
Jul 12, 2021
"Weird Al" Yankovic, a five-time Grammy-winning musician and parody king, chats with Conan about his accordion journey and the art of comedic songwriting. They share laughs on parenting, with Al's insights into childbirth expectations, and discuss how the internet has changed comedy. The duo reminisces about absurd accordion tales, the joy of touring, and the ever-blurry line between humor and offense. They highlight the importance of friendship in today's busy world, blending personal anecdotes with light-hearted banter.
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First Meeting
- Conan O'Brien recalls meeting "Weird Al" Yankovic at Comic Relief in 1986.
- Yankovic lay on a couch and told O'Brien that Prince was smaller in person.
Radio Roots
- "Weird Al" Yankovic found his comedic voice in college radio, where he wasn't visually judged.
- This led him to pursue his passion, realizing joy as a measure of success.
Accordion Origins
- Yankovic's parents enrolled him in accordion lessons at age six.
- They were inspired by Frankie Yankovic, America's Polka King, who shared their surname.