They're coming to take me away, ha-haaa!

Napoleon XIV was the stage name of American singer, songwriter, and record producer Jerry Samuels. He is best known for his 1966 novelty hit "They're Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!". Samuels' musical style often incorporated spoken-word monologues, characterized by a quirky and humorous approach. His work left a unique mark on pop culture with its distinctive sound and thematic content.

This iconic novelty song from 1966 features a spoken-word monologue detailing a man's descent into madness, set against a simple, repetitive drum beat and a siren-like sound effect. Its unique structure and memorable, often parodied title phrase, "They're coming to take me away, ha-haaa!", made it a cultural phenomenon. Despite its initial ban by some radio stations due to its theme of mental instability, the song remains a distinctive piece of pop music history.