Five Favorite Novelty Rap Songs of the 1980s
(When we were thirteen, my friends and I thought these songs—which I’ve listed here alphabetically—were profoundly funny.)
Monsta’ Rap by Elvira
Rappin’ Duke by Shawn Brown, aka the Rappin’ Duke
Rappin’ Rodney by Rodney Dangerfield
Roaches by Bobby Jimmy & the Critters
The Super Bowl Shuffle by The Chicago Bears Shufflin’ Crew
— October 9, 2021