Ten years ago, “Weird Al” Yankovic achieved a significant milestone in his career with the release of his 14th and final studio album, “Mandatory Fun,” which made history by debuting at the top spot on the Billboard 200 chart. This accomplishment was not only a personal triumph for Yankovic but also a groundbreaking moment for the comedy genre, as no comedy album had ever reached No. 1 before.
In a recent interview, Yankovic reflected on the unexpected success of “Mandatory Fun” and his decision to step away from traditional album releases in favor of more creative freedom. He expressed his desire to release music on his terms without being tied to a record label.
