After graduating in 1980 with a Bachelor of Science degree in architecture, Yankovic still had an interest in releasing parody music, and soon turned his attention to "Another One Bites the Dust" by rock band Queen.

While practicing the song outside the sound booth, Yankovic met Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz, who offered to provide percussion for his performance.

[9] The version of "Another One Rides the Bus" that was recorded in 1980 and released in 1981 was later re-released in its original form on Yankovic's eponymous debut album (1983).

[2] The version of "Gotta Boogie" included on this single was recorded in April 1980; this song also appeared on Yankovic's eponymous debut album, although in a re-recorded form.

[5] The record was rush-released, but nevertheless managed to become Yankovic's first Billboard entry, peaking at number four on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 singles chart.

[5][14] However, soon after issuing the "Another One Rides the Bus" single, TK abruptly closed due to financial troubles and the song fell off the charts.

It's the essence of punk: an enraged, defiant malcontent with a long list of grievances screaming his pain to an indifferent world.

[19]Brian May, the guitarist of Queen, found the song amusing, and said in an interview, "There's been a few cover versions [of 'Another One Bites the Dust'] of various kinds, notably 'Another One Rides the Bus', which is an extremely funny record by a bloke called 'Mad Al' or something in the [United] States—it's hilarious.

"[17] Although no official music video was created for this single, Yankovic and Schwartz performed "Another One Rides the Bus" on The Tomorrow Show with Tom Snyder.

[20] The Tomorrow Show performance was later included on the "Weird Al" Yankovic: The Ultimate Video Collection (2003) DVD as a bonus feature.

[23] "Another One Rides the Bus" was used in The Walking Dead season eight opener "Mercy" during an ambiguous scene featuring a gray-haired and bearded Rick Grimes joining his family, including young daughter Judith.

[24][25][26] Yankovic later tweeted: "I’m just as confused as you are why 'Another One Rides the Bus' was featured in #TheWalkingDead season premiere, but I’m extremely honored!

However, the agreement that Queen had made with Yankovic allowing him to use "Another One Bites the Dust" in the movie prevented from mentioning or showing Freddie Mercury.