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Probably 90 percent of my albums have polka medleys.
Al Yankovic
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Al Yankovic
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: October 23
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As my father used to tell me, the only true sign of success in life is being able to do for a living that which makes you happy.
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I'm very analytical, I'm very precise. I mean, I don't write for kids.
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