Description
A cult 1966 UK 7‑inch novelty single from Napoleon XIV, released on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue WB 5831). Pressed as a 45 RPM single, this release became instantly recognisable for its manic spoken‑rhythm delivery and off‑beat humour — a true oddity of mid‑60s pop culture.
Side A features the unforgettable “They’re Coming To Take Me Away, Ha‑Haaa!”, running at 2:10, a track that became a surprise hit thanks to its quirky production and tongue‑in‑cheek madness. Side B continues the novelty theme with “!Aaah‑Ah, Yawa Em Ekat Ot Gnimoc Er’yeht” — the A‑side played backwards, making it one of the more unusual flipsides of the decade.
A brilliant addition for collectors of novelty singles, 60s curiosities, or anything a little left‑field and memorable
Napoleon XIV – They’re Coming To Take Me Away, Ha‑Haaa! (1966, 7" Single, UK)
£5.00
Description
A cult 1966 UK 7‑inch novelty single from Napoleon XIV, released on Warner Bros. Records (catalogue WB 5831). Pressed as a 45 RPM single, this release became instantly recognisable for its manic spoken‑rhythm delivery and off‑beat humour — a true oddity of mid‑60s pop culture.
Side A features the unforgettable “They’re Coming To Take Me Away, Ha‑Haaa!”, running at 2:10, a track that became a surprise hit thanks to its quirky production and tongue‑in‑cheek madness. Side B continues the novelty theme with “!Aaah‑Ah, Yawa Em Ekat Ot Gnimoc Er’yeht” — the A‑side played backwards, making it one of the more unusual flipsides of the decade.
A brilliant addition for collectors of novelty singles, 60s curiosities, or anything a little left‑field and memorable