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On this date in WWF history: 'Stand Back' -- Vince McMahon's coming through

You've seen the video countless times, no doubt. Well, it was on this date in history that Vince McMahon performed "Stand Back" at the 1987 Slammy Awards.

By Geno Mrosko

There really isn't much to say about this.

Vince McMahon gave his infamous performance of "Stand Back" on this date in history (Dec. 16, 1987) during the WWF Slammy Awards. It's been replayed a billion times before but we're giving it to you again.

Because it's glorious.

Here's the original, grainy as it may be:

And, just for kicks, here's D-Generation X making fun of it:

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