The Shortest Song in the World Was Only 1.52 Seconds Long - Apparently.
The shortest song in the world is "They're Coming to Take Me Away Ha-Ha-Ha" by Napoleon XIV, a one-man band from the 1960s. Released in 1966, the song holds the Guinness World Record for the shortest song, clocking in at a mere 1 minute and 52 seconds. Despite its brevity, the song became a novelty hit, reaching number 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its quirky title and absurd lyrics have made it a cult classic among music enthusiasts.