Here's Johnny

Weird Al Yankovic · Polka Party

There he goes, he drives me crazy
When he says "Here's Johnny"
That's his job, it's so amazing
All he says is "Here's Johnny"

I never miss a moment when he's on the tube
His being there has made my life worth living
The chills run down my spine
Each time he says that line

"Here's Johnny" He says
And laughs in his special way
"Johnny" he says
You know I love him
"Here's Johnny" he says
And second fiddle is his game
Ed McMahon's his name, all right
Woah, oh yeah

Dressed so fine, he's such a cool dude
Hear him say "Here's Johnny"
Watch him selling beer and dog food
Hear him say "Here's Johnny"

I got a letter from him just the other day
He said "You may already be a winner"
A trooper to the end
A Clydesdale's best friend

"Here's Johnny" he says
And laughs in his special way
"Johnny" he says, you know I love him
"Here's Johnny" he says
And that's the way he gets his pay
What a living

Oh "Here's Johnny, Here's Johnny" Woah no
"Here's Johnny, Here's Johnny"
No no, no no no no I don't believe it
"Here's Johnny" he says
And everytime it's just the same
Ed McMahon's his name

(Special guy) A very special guy, all right
(He's on) He's on every night
(Every night) Can't change the channel
When he's sitting on the panel

"Here's Johnny"
There he goes, he gives me goose bumps
When he says "Hey-Oh, Hey-Hey-Oh"

"Here's Johnny" he says
And laughs in his special way
"Johnny" he says, you know I love him
"Here's Johnny" he says
That seems to be his claim to fame
Ed McMahon's his name

"Here's Johnny"
"Here's Johnny"
"Here's Johnny" (laughing)

"Here's Johnny"
"Here's Johnny" (laughing)
"Here's Johnny" (laughing)

"Here's Johnny" (laughing)
"Here's Johnny"
"Here's Johnny" (laughing)

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"Here's Johnny"

Here's Johnny

Weird Al Yankovic's 'Here's Johnny' stands as a quintessential example of his signature style, blending slapstick comedy with musical parody. Released on the 1981 album 'Polka Party,' the track features Yankovic's distinctive vocal delivery and humorous lyrics that mock the clichés of the 'Here's Johnny' catchphrase. The song showcases his ability to transform simple phrases into elaborate musical jokes, a hallmark of his career that has influenced countless parodists. Its upbeat tempo and catchy melody make it a staple of his discography, often performed live to elicit laughter from audiences. The recording reflects the early 1980s comedy-rock scene, where Yankovic carved out a unique space by merging humor with musical skill.