In 1966 Jerry Samuels AKA Napoleon XIV released the sublimely bizarre novelty record They’re Coming To Take Me Away, Ha Haa!” It became an instant smash hit. (When I was little, I stole my older brother’s copy.) Sadly, this morning Jerry passed away. Grateful to have known him. pic.twitter.com/vRETzGulti

— Dan Pasternack (@DanPasternack) March 10, 2023