"Starmer" - Marsh Family parody adaptation of "Starman" by David Bowie about the UK Labour leader
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- čas přidán 22. 08. 2024
- The iconic “Starman” was the lead single (recorded and release in 1972) on the late, great, David Bowie’s album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars - though it was actually a late addition to the album. The idea was a message of hope coming to Earth’s youth from an alien. We dunno where a message of hope is coming from these days, and as the lyrics suggest, there certainly hasn’t really been one fully mapped out yet by the Labour Party who are currently leading in the UK polls in a General Election year. In fact, we don’t even know when the General Election is going to be. But we’re hoping both parties don’t wallow in a cesspit of negative messaging and actually put forward a vision for the future that is more than platitudes or self-evident clichés. Hoping, but not expecting.
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The other inspiration behind this song is the Flight of the Conchords’ “Bowie’s in Space” which was essential listening as the kids grew up, and “pointy nipple antennae” remains a household phrase. Check it out if you haven’t.
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LYRICS:
INTRO
Labour now
Looking good
VERSE 1
Didn’t know who Starmer was and his base was low
He seemed bland on the radio
Looked set for stayin’ down in
All the polls - not a lotta cred
Then the Tories did seem to fade
Still had quite a slow voice and a careful turn of phrase
There were some cliches
That were vexing Corbynites
CHORUS
Keir Starmer’s waiting for his try
He’d like to honour pledges
But he might just change his mind
Keir Starmer’s rating’s pretty high
He’s worried that he’ll blow it
So he fence-sits for a while
To simply
Let the Tories lose it
SNP abuse it
Get all the Lib-Dems’ MPs
VERSE 2
He’s had to claim somehow that he’ll stick to fiscal rules
Hey, that’s far out, just don’t tax the private schools
Each time on TV he’ll be bigging up his Dad made tools
Stuck out in limbo he can’t be forthright
He only sparkles when the glitter’s thrown on site
Won’t insult Thatcher for he’s chasing the Centre Right
Keir Starmer’s waiting for his try
He’s better than the others
But the bar’s not very high!
Keir Starmer’s skating on thin ice
He knows that there’s no budget
And there won’t be for a while!
And so he
Hopes that Sunak loses
Hopes the public chooses
Based on their sense of fury
Starmer’s waiting for his try
He’d like to come and lead us
But he’s rather vague on why
Keir Starmer makes no battle-cry
And based on all the polling
It’s been working for a while
And maybe
Yes - the Far Left boos him
GB News abuse him
But why reveal some policies?
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
La, la, la, la, la, la, la, la
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Understatement of the year: “He’s better than the others- but the bar’s not very high.” Genius.
yeah- laughed out loud at that line😂
Except it isn't true, first he will support mass murder of Palestinians and guarantee the future success of the far right.
Starmer winning will condemn Britain to fascism.
Tories are corrupt and incompetent, we don't need to find out what a competent far right will be like.
Sums up why I'm thinking of voting for none of the above.
Maybe a stop Putin party will get my vote.
Also: "He only sparkles when the glitter's thrown on site", and "He'd rather like to lead us, but he's rather vague on why."
“He’s better than the others- but the bar’s not very high.” That is precisely how I think about Biden here in the US and why I plan to vote for him.
"He'd really like to lead us, but he's rather vague on why" - Brilliant lyrics. Well done all. xx
very Bowie-esque lyrical tone.
Wow, the boys really nailed the Bowies voice!
well spotted.
Yes, especially the eldest boy...sorry cannot remember your name just now 😔...it's late
Yes, we definitely need a better government that cares for the British people - i.e. not the one we have currently. If any UK Gov was a fraction as talented as the STARMarsh Family we would have a positive future. 👏🌟👏
I am thrown every time about the way you manage to pick _just_ the right song for what you want to say... two thumbs up from me. And please, do continue... the world would be so much darker if you didn't.
You just keep getting better and better. Lovely harmonies and incisive vocals.
I wondered where you stood on Starmer ? As you can clearly see i've got my hands full here, in the USA!
It horrendous in UK but then I see the US and Trump and think am glad don't live in US!
@@ElliottRodgers I'm a British expat in the US so I have the worst of both worlds!!!
My fav line “Keir Starmer’s waiting for his try. He’d like to come and lead us but he’s rather vague on why”. Wonderful
Love it! You are so talented. ❤. You are so on point. Tories OUT and hope, just hope that things will get better but I'm not holding my breath🤞! Thank goodness for music, art and beautiful things that keep us going in this toxic world. ❤
Always to the point Marsh Family.!Great voices, love the harmony.😊
You were quick of the mark from the last release. I am still laughing at the mix of cutting room floor edits from last week.
Always puts a smile on my face when you upload a new parody. Have a great week all.
As pointed as this was, I'm not sure it was a parody.
OH that was so good. Just superb!!!! Ill bet David himself is beaming with pride from his high perch in the clouds.
Brilliant!! Needed a giggle at the end of the day!! You've done it again. Thank you as always!!
You're a winderfully talented family, not just musically but lyrically too. And a soecial shout out to the boys in this sing who absolutely nail Bowie's voice. Thank you, fir all your songs that you share with us 👏👏👏
Absolutely brilliant! I’m Australian and have no knowledge of British politics but you don’t need to for this. You could insert names of any free world politicians and it would be equally as hilarious! You guys are incredible. Thankyou so much.
Same here in America. I don't know if I should be happy or scared about the November vote here. Remember the USA if we don't re-elect the president who is calm, knows politics and history, and not the Orange, Demented Dictator.
I’m in Oz too, I couldn’t agree more! Thank you.
I think you're probably right on that score.
Very few politicians in this world have altruism in their hearts anymore, it's just a massive gravy train, but us plebs pay for it all and never get our snouts near the trough, let alone in it, complete pack of globally corrupt thieving heartless bastids they are.
The great Juice Media occasionally does something on our GB politics, look em up. A fabulous amount on Australia s as well.
Gosh, I hope all governments are more competent than UK one.
S;pecial thoughful talented Marsh family continue to dazzle us Appreciation to you all.In this crazy world we need you Keep 'em coming
It's great to see such a politically aware family keen to sing what everyone's thinking. Thank you.
Everyone? You think ‘Everyone’ wants a Labour government!? You couldn’t be more wrong!
Brilliant brilliant brilliant!! One of your very best! Thank you!
You are so talented and amazing and get better every time
.... top drawer stuff, well done.......... awesome family effort, lovely to see........👏👏👏
Great take on Bowies Starman!
I’ve given up commenting because what else can we say? You’re just brilliant every time! But I often log on just in the hope of a new song and this one was great, with a couple of snort out loud moments 👍 Special shout out to Tom’s drumming, but you were all fab.
Excellent song, so well done explaining the UK POLITCAL SCENE
On point as always. Love the tune choice. Bowie was brilliant.
Another great parody. Thanks
I laughed so much - brilliant lyrics and fabulous singing. You nailed it again!
Absolutely brilliant I love it well done
Terrific as ever - and now special lighting effects! - You're spoiling us! ;-)
Brilliant and much needed light hearted antidote to the daily fury of seeing what Labour is becoming under Starmer! Thank you for this!
Love it. Scans superbly! Thank you.
Fantastic. You guys are amazing. You are all so talented.
Brilliant, and you always pick the perfect song. Such talent 👏
You let him off very lightly, to my mind, so I was bridling a bit at the beginning, but you're all just so talented and heart-warming, I forgave you and just enjoyed the song, particularly the boys' spot-on Bowie impressions.(Besides, I can't think of a rhyme for "genocide apologist" either!)
Arrangement, harmonies, lyrics, blending, all fabulous. One of your very best to date. Keep ‘em coming, you go from strength to strength.
Excellent work as always
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Musical satire is alive and very well. Well played, spot on!
Well that was just brilliant. Thank you guys. A much needed laugh there. What an amazing family. 👏
This is amazing and so true excellent
Just fabulous. Love the Marsh family songs.
Laughed out loud at "why reveal some policies" followed by la la la for the rest of the song. Comedy genius! Also, fantastic opening from Alfie.
Another vid so soon!
Ben's got a phaser.
Organic mic stand.
Some impressive bass playing!
All good stuff.
Politics either side of 'the pond' is pretty dire, atm. Just need a change. Something to stop all the division going on. Is that even possible?
I have faith the human race will eventually sort itself out 😅.
Wow another great song and politic comment worthy of Private Eye!
Love how everyone's talents have grown. Always a joy to watch❣️
Mum should be nice and warm in the corner, it's 90 degrees.😂🤓
You need to watch the Goes Wrong Show episode of the same name (Season 1, Episode 6)
great as always
There's a bar ?! Great stuff the Marsh Family and how many more instruments will be swapped around. So talented..and dedicated. It's not possible to play well without putting the hours in. 💖
Wow, well done.
Another cracking job, I love you guys. Keep them coming.
Your best yet - superb!
You guys are brilliant. Keep them coming 😂👍🏼👍🏼
Just when I think you've reached your peak, you pull an even better song out of the bag ! I don't know how you do it...but don't stop we need you in these awful times to raise our spirits. A huge thank you from someone who grew up listening to Ziggy Stardust, I'm sure David Bowie will be loving your reworking of his song .
Has an American I never know what your songs are about but I sure enjoy watching your videos! Clever lyrics and excellent music! 😂
Stunning! Please work on the patheticness of the Torries, which makes Beige coloured Starmitey the only option.
Would have voted Labour. Have always voted Labour but his blindness to human rights in Palestine has lost my vote
I tried writing a song about the Liberal Democrats. After 74 hours of trying to be creative, all I had was a blank piece of paper with the words Ed Davey written on it.
Absolutely brilliant! Better than any political commentary on television. Respect from America❤
This frikkin' great, really well put together
Subbed, liked, and shared. What a wonderful family. Why are my people such... well, let's leave it at:
I LOVE THIS FAMILY!
thank again the marsh family another fantastic song from you all
Brilliant, as always. You guys nail it every single time!
Love it! It makes me feel better the sheer lack of any outstanding person or party to vote for if there's an election in the near future.
There are some on *point* Bowie accents in there, Shdavid!
Absolutely masterful.😂
Brilliant as usual, thank you Marsh family - great lyrics and great voices👌
Great, as usual. I love the way this family is so politicised. These parents haven't shied away from educating their children and encouraging critical thinking, and listen to them too.
whoa, didn't know that many of you can also play instruments.. Well done.
Except from the Mom I've seen them all play various instruments!
This is brilliant. Starman works great with your lyrics. Two of my favourite historical UK singer/songwriters - David Bowie and the Marsh family!
Superb! This family sum up our current political situation perfectly!! Great stuff Family Marsh👍🏻👍🏻
As always, hilarious and absolutely top drawer. Being a huge fan of David Bowie, I think this has to be my new favourite Marsh family composition!
Wonderful!
The U.K. needed this.
Thank you guys so much!
Excellent! Raised a smile here. :-)
Great and right on point! Maybe the youth will save the UK.
Absolutely fantastic talent 🎉❤
Brilliant as usual. Such talent!
Not a Labour fan, but this is genius - well done all, very talented!
Excellent guys! Love the fancy lighting :)
As far as leadership of this country goes we're fooked, however this song brought a little bit of joy to me
Brilliant. Lyrics spot on again. ❤
Great song & I hope you keep doing these songs regardless of whoever In charge.
As an ex Labour member, i really enjoyed that as they kicked me out, so i have gone green. The Palestinian war was the last straw for me, and they call themselves honorable they should be done under the trades description act.
Stunning. Keep it up Marsh family, keep it up.
As usual very clever. What a talented family you are.👏👏👏
Totally on point analysis. Super enjoyed this.
Just incredible.
Please can you do an updated version of this song, I think a lot of folk aren't happy with the things he's done especially taking away heating allowance from pensioners straight away before sorting real problems out, thank you for the music, much appreciated !!
Ha ha, amazing again. What a talented bunch! 💕
Another masterpiece. Loved it 👏🌟
I Love the disco ball lights ! LOL 💙
Class act! Enjoyable.
That mother daughter duet is working g so well now. Congratulations to all Marshites.
Absolutely brilliant, I want the CD of this, Ill bet even Mr Bowie approves in the afterlife!
Mindblowingly accurate . Smashed it again …. Fantastic Musicians & Political commentators extraordinaire 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Brilliant. You totally get it straight, every time. Brilliant lyrics and excellent musicianship from everyone. ♥️♥️♥️♥️
So glad I wasn't drinking any liquids while watching this 😂 snorted out loud at some very on point lines in this genius song 😂
Not a Starmer Fan and don't believe we will be that much better off with him to far right for my liking and umm very wishy-washy 😂 (I hate the Tories with a passion and experience).
Nice to see eye's wide open 😊
You’re the best politics commentary ever existed!
Yet again a classic well done if David bowie was alive he would love this cover well done
Brilliant.
Nice, a musical summary of where we are. I wonder if anyone will vote for Labour?
Amazing
Fantastic !! I am now a Marsh Family Fan.