About “!Aaa-Ah ,Yawa Em Ekat Ot Gnimoc Er’yeht”
“!Aaa-Ah ,Yawa Em Ekat Ot Gnimoc Er’yeht” is a hidden song by Napoleon XIV from his album The Second Coming.
“!Aaa-Ah ,Yawa Em Ekat Ot Gnimoc Er’yeht” was the original B-side of the “They’re Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!” 45 rpm single. As the title suggests, it is the same song, played backwards. This song isn’t listed on the “The Second Coming” CD, but it is track 21.
About The Second Coming
The Second Coming is a reissue of the album They’re Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa! by Napoleon XIV, a pseudonymous persona of American songwriter and record producer Jerry Samuels. Released in 1996, the album is a concept record that explores themes of madness, humor, and social commentary.
The album’s most well-known track is “They’re Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!”, a catchy and satirical song that became a surprise hit. With its unconventional structure, playful lyrics, and manic vocal delivery, the song became an instant cult classic.
The rest of the album maintains a similar whimsical and offbeat tone, blending psychedelic pop, spoken-word passages, and experimental sound effects. Tracks like “Photogenic, Schizophrenic You” and “Marching Off to Bedlam” showcase Napoleon XIV’s unique style, combining dark humor with a hint of absurdity.
The Second Coming stands as a fascinating artifact of its time, representing the boundary-pushing and eccentric nature of late ’60s music. It remains a curious and memorable album in the realm of novelty and psychedelic pop.
How to find “!Aaa-Ah ,Yawa Em Ekat Ot Gnimoc Er’yeht”
On CD: Go directly to track #21 (CD) Rhino R2 72402 reissue by Rhino
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