Napoleon XIV was the pseudonym for American singer-songwriter and record producer, Jerry Samuels. Known for his novelty song style, Samuels achieved his greatest fame with the 1966 hit single "They're Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!" This song became known for its unique use of siren sounds, rhythmic and repetitive spoken words, and its theme of mental instability. Despite being largely a one-hit wonder, Napoleon XIV had an undeniable impact on the novelty genre and remains a significant figure in 1960s pop culture.