Alternative Polka - Weird Al Yankovic - MP3 instrumental karaoke
This title is a cover of Alternative Polka as made famous by Weird Al Yankovic
Song list included in this medley:Loser, Sex Type Thing, All I Wanna Do, Closer, Bang and Blame, You Oughta Know, Bullet with Butterfly Wings, My Friends, I'll Stick Around, Black Hole Sun & Basket Case

Tempo: variable (around 178 BPM)
In the same key as the original: D, Gm, C, A, E
This song ends without fade out
Duration: 04:52 - Preview at:
02:28
These music files do not include lyrics. Download the karaoke with lyrics.
About
Release date: 1996
Format: MP3 320 Kbps
Genres:
Comedy, In English
Original songwriters: Karl F Stephenson, Beck, Eric Kretz, Robert DeLeo, Dean Deleo, Scott Weiland, David Baerwald, Bill Bottrell, Wyn Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Kevin Gilbert, Trent Reznor, Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Michael E Mills, Michael John Stipe, Alanis Morissette, Glen Ballard, Billy Corgan, Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith, Dave Grohl, Chris Cornell, Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, Tré Cool
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"Alternative Polka" is a track from Weird Al Yankovic's 1996 album Bad Hair Day, showcasing his signature polka medley style with a twist. This lively track strings together hits from the alternative rock scene of the 1990s, giving each one an upbeat, accordion-driven makeover. Weird Al Yankovic takes on songs like "Loser" by Beck, "Basket Case" by Green Day, and "Closer" by Nine Inch Nails, blending them into a seamless, humorous rendition that reimagines angst-ridden lyrics with a playful polka beat. The song captures the alternative era’s rebellious spirit while filtering it through Weird Al Yankovic's comical, lighthearted lens. Known for his innovative approach to parody, the eccentric artist uses "Alternative Polka" to simultaneously celebrate and poke fun at a genre often marked by intense emotion and grit. It's a fan favorite that reflects his uncanny ability to bring contrasting genres together, bridging alternative rock and polka in a way only he can.
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