Sometimes we've gotten used to hearing the names of bands over and over that they just make sense; of course they're The Velvet Underground - who else would they be?  Often we take for granted some of the creativity, the inspiration, or the boredom behind some of our favorite band monikers.  Submitted for the approval of the RKRmy, I give to you "23 Insane True Stories Behind Famous Musician Stage Names."

Photo by Edward Wing/Express/Getty Images
Photo by Edward Wing/Express/Getty Images
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