Larry LaPrise, the songwriter of "The Hokey Pokey," has passed away at 83, with his family humorously recalling the difficulty of getting him into the coffin. A joke about the song's lyrics sparked laughter, highlighting the enduring appeal of the humor despite LaPrise's death. The conversation reflects on the cultural variations of the song, noting its different name in England, "The Hokey Cokey." Participants express that humor can still be appreciated regardless of the context of the original joke, emphasizing that something can be new to someone even if it has been around for a while. The discussion also touches on the idea of humor being timeless, suggesting that jokes can remain funny even after the subject has passed away.
I had to google this one to check the date.
