What are some of the songs that recording artist Weird Al Yankovic has parodied in his career?

Weird Al Yankovic is known for his humorous parody songs that mimic the style and sound of popular hits. Here are some notable examples of songs he has parodied:

- "Like a Surgeon" (1985) - Parody of "Like a Virgin" by Madonna

- "Eat It" (1984) - Parody of "Beat It" by Michael Jackson

- "One More Minute" (1985) - Parody of "One More Night" by Phil Collins

- "Money for Nothing/Beverly Hillbillies*" (1984) - Parody of "Money for Nothing" by Dire Straits

- "Ricky" (1983) - Parody of "Mickey" by Toni Basil

- "Another One Rides the Bus" (1984) - Parody of "Another One Bites the Dust" by Queen

- "Dare to Be Stupid" (1985) - Parody of "Weird Science" by Oingo Boingo

- "Amish Paradise" (1996) - Parody of "Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio featuring L.V.

- "White & Nerdy" (2006) - Parody of "Ridin'" by Chamillionaire featuring Krayzie Bone

- "Perform This Way" (2011) - Parody of "Born This Way" by Lady Gaga

- "Word Crimes" (2014) - Parody of "Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke featuring T.I. and Pharrell