"Starmer" - Marsh Family parody adaptation of "Starman" by David Bowie about the UK Labour leader

[@raymitchell4220]

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 !!

[@sctrh2]

Yes - I vote for an update, too!

[@ThatsViews]

Needs a part 2!😂

[@ThatsViews]

And... I subscribed!😊

[@brxee]

I came into the comments to ask exactly this!

[@mellowmissmuffett]

How is this only just now entering my suggestions feed?! This is brilliant!

[@marycaine8874]

Same here

[@dorsetbigcats6292]

Same here.

[@FoookYourfeelings]

Yep

[@christinehoughton8591]

Same with me

[@mrsgarbutt3280]

Me too??

[@nigeljones2811]

Understatement of the year: “He’s better than the others- but the bar’s not very high.” Genius.

[@janetEC1C2]

yeah- laughed out loud at that line😂

[@yellowgreen5229]

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.

[@mikeroyce8926]

Sums up why I'm thinking of voting for none of the above. Maybe a stop Putin party will get my vote.

[@mittfh]

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."

[@ilyaf9745]

“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.

[@susanyates4233]

One of my favourite David Bowie songs. The words are brilliant. Thank you.

[@neilcarr3841]

THIS SHOULD BE RELEASED AS A SINGLE - No1 would be brilliant .

[@traceyrhoden9808]

Yes throughly agree

[@vincentl.9469]

Yes

[@a.j.b.8658]

An updated one pleeeaaassse!! 🙏 To include sausage-gate and the pensioners penny pinching x

[@annettefowler4704]

I agree!!!!!😂

[@SuperBC10]

It’s great but needs cleaning up totally 👍

[@emmsue1053]

Brilliant, especially the hook lines.. everyone can remember and sing this.. Make it number one folks.. Thank you Marsh family

[@martynbush]

How did I not see this before the election? Perhaps the algorithm held it back. Brilliant work, Marsh family. Please, please, please do a post election update. That would be hilarious and probably go viral.

[@morethanmum]

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

[@ianashton1593]

Absolutely brilliant, you guys are very talented 👍👍

[@rigilchrist]

Wonderful!! Please, please, do an version with updated lyrics exposing what he's like now tht he's in power.

[@timetraveller9321]

Superb effort, you all made this a masterpiece, all the best to you from Norman in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@bambit08]

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. 👏🌟👏

[@barbarabauling7513]

"He'd really like to lead us, but he's rather vague on why" - Brilliant lyrics. Well done all. xx

[@eddygrunge4749]

very Bowie-esque lyrical tone.

[@Buster-motorbike]

What an incredible family. Musically talented, a rich sense of humour and parody. Every child deserves to be brought up by these parents. The epitome of decency.

[@KersiDeboo-k6s]

You guys are brilliant. Keep them coming 😂👍🏼👍🏼

[@Martial-Mat]

Wow, the boys really nailed the Bowies voice!

[@eddygrunge4749]

well spotted.

[@nightowl5395]

Yes, especially the eldest boy...sorry cannot remember your name just now 😔...it's late

[@fireskycam9889]

I thought the youngest boy had a great voice for this song.

[@martinpye549]

Time for a Starman update ..... This new one will be a doozie.

[@marge2548]

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.

[@willmeaney9302]

I wondered where you stood on Starmer ? As you can clearly see i've got my hands full here, in the USA!

[@ElliottRodgers]

It horrendous in UK but then I see the US and Trump and think am glad don't live in US!

[@MsGrandunion]

@@ElliottRodgers I'm a British expat in the US so I have the worst of both worlds!!!

[@adogcalledkat9858]

Great song but probably an arrestable offence...Who knows????????????

[@highmyope-ps2by]

Politicians have been derided and lampooned for millennia. It's part of democracy.

[@robertyboberty7495]

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.

[@jonahtwhale1779]

The collected wisdom of Ed Davey - a virgin sheet of paper!

[@fredmcveigh9877]

Very good. Now the reality is here the bar is at ground level.

[@HPB1776]

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. ❤

[@angelow2749]

You all nailed it absolutely enjoyed this all the way through , great spot for BBC1 morning news report , thanks girls n guys 🎶🎶

[@cb.london.4135]

I'm a bit late finding this, but brilliant 👍 Defo needs to be re-recorded every three months with new lyrics, the way 'Free Gear Kier' is going.

[@davidmansfield5505]

Absolutely brilliant! Better than any political commentary on television. Respect from America❤

[@nigelpocock9538]

You just keep getting better and better. Lovely harmonies and incisive vocals.

[@MrGreenwoodlad]

Mindblowingly accurate . Smashed it again …. Fantastic Musicians & Political commentators extraordinaire 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@louisebrigden9240]

Brilliant! We need an update now though, about the car crash that has been the last few weeks.

[@Shimshams]

Can we please have an updated version….brilliant 👍

[@rhuman8672]

It would be interesting to see what lyrics you would write for this now 😂

[@creator000]

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.

[@TR4zest]

As pointed as this was, I'm not sure it was a parody.

[@catrino5453]

Any chance of a re-write/update to include “Starmer Blew it”‼️ or words to that effect please? Marsh Family you are epic ❤

[@amandahunter4034]

It's great to see such a politically aware family keen to sing what everyone's thinking. Thank you.

[@gooders4648]

Everyone? You think ‘Everyone’ wants a Labour government!? You couldn’t be more wrong!

[@toastnotoflondon8500]

and now? August 24?

[@robynsutton4848]

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.

[@monicaluketich6913]

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.

[@mikewatson1105]

I’m in Oz too, I couldn’t agree more! Thank you.

[@MrNatbatten]

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.

[@0KiteEatingTree0]

The great Juice Media occasionally does something on our GB politics, look em up. A fabulous amount on Australia s as well.

[@mmg9675]

Gosh, I hope all governments are more competent than UK one.

[@neil5877]

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.

[@daleskidmore1685]

Really! Put out 7 months ago? It is so NOW! Brilliant song. Well sung and played The Marshes. I heard a bit of a Kate Bush coming through in there too; could be a hint of something to come, maybe.

[@headrushindi]

OH that was so good. Just superb!!!! Ill bet David himself is beaming with pride from his high perch in the clouds.

[@catrino5453]

Such a beautiful family ❤ Thank you for fun factor 🥰

[@susanmuir286]

Always to the point Marsh Family.!Great voices, love the harmony.😊

[@Targanielle]

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 👏👏👏

[@catrionatalbot]

Arrangement, harmonies, lyrics, blending, all fabulous. One of your very best to date. Keep ‘em coming, you go from strength to strength.

[@bulbhead3333]

We need a current one about his broken pledges.

[@marianholmes2906]

Brilliant!! Needed a giggle at the end of the day!! You've done it again. Thank you as always!!

[@stephenogden5470]

I hope there is a follow up to this excellent parody with some more pertinent lyrics!

[@simonn4077]

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 😅.

[@leoseries]

Needs to be updated. Lots more material available

[@JJ-sh4ue]

Brilliant, clever, if only Starmer had a tiny wee bit of your talent we might have a chance. But he doesn’t and we don’t. Btw, poor mum squashed in with no room to move, but isn’t that how Starmer treats women in general anyway?

[@alicepaul6276]

Love how everyone's talents have grown. Always a joy to watch❣️

[@malcolmlindley4465]

Posted 8 months ago! How prophetic

[@patrickgleason2066]

Musical satire is alive and very well. Well played, spot on!

[@carolebirch9758]

Absolutely fabulous.. Love it thank you Marsh family

[@benbeck1]

Brilliant, would love another couples of verses on how he's doing now.

[@sergioalmasy8722]

This should go straight to No 1!

[@faerie1599]

.... top drawer stuff, well done.......... awesome family effort, lovely to see........👏👏👏

[@Arthur54321]

Strangely I was just listening to the original about an hour before finding this gem. Well done the Marsh Family - fantastic all round.

[@oxheadsoup9851]

24.09.2024 Wonder what they think of the TWAT now: "Return the sausages" (bet someone will be selling T-shirts with that on before the end of the week)

[@Chupachups-ce3ql]

You’re all great - love this 😁🙏🏼

[@fraserconnell21]

You got the measure of him before the election ! Very prophetic too😊. A talented family of musicians 🙏👏👏

[@leehyett]

The best thing about this is that - like its subject - it remains completely on the fence. Mixing praise with criticism, it's so unclear as to whether it's saying that Starmer is a good thing or a bad thing. Given the digs at 'Corbynites' and the 'far left' which imply that you regard them as being every bit as extremist as GB news, I think it's pretty safe to assume that you're centrists. In which case, Starmer's hatred of socialism and unwillingness to make any meaningful changes to the 14 years of Toryism we've had (actually, make that 45 years) must be manna from heaven for you.

[@peterrenn6341]

Terrific as ever - and now special lighting effects! - You're spoiling us! ;-)

[@heydenharrison143]

Brilliant.Couldn't stop grinning.

[@Daniel-deMerrivale]

Very, very smooth and awesome. As relevant now as when you played this 7 months ago. Honestly, this should be the theme song of all of us who have had enough but can still smile. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@nigeljones2811]

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.

[@johnmcmenemy3864]

He'll be gone by Xmas

[@yorkshireroots]

S;pecial thoughful talented Marsh family continue to dazzle us Appreciation to you all.In this crazy world we need you Keep 'em coming

[@nicholaslead6016]

WOW! What a fantastic talent, what a family!!

[@MrDunkycraig]

Think we need an updatec version

[@robertbartram5632]

i think you really need to update this asap,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@hickle204]

I laughed so much - brilliant lyrics and fabulous singing. You nailed it again!

[@enochpowelghost]

Fantastic and quality too , well done .

[@hewhorocketh]

Please do another song based on his performance and distinct lack of plus include lyrics about his love of the idea of the uk becoming an authoritarian state

[@THEOCKANDCHESTER]

This was Only just Recommended to me on my feed also 😄 We Loved it! 🥰 Your Family Sound Awesome! What a Lovely Little Group 🫶 x

[@drunk-mangaming2744]

Expect a call from Chairman Starmers Stasi after this unauthorised criticism of of our dear Learders regime

[@joec2849]

Great take on Bowies Starman!

[@daviddenham1511]

BRILLIANT

[@davidcharles8351]

This song really has taken off! Through the mesosphere and headed for the "Marsh Family!" (The Stars!)... "Ground Control to Major Song.".............................Stardust has been sprinkled on this family, so lets encourage them, to keep the Major Songs coming!... So please, subscribe, like by clicking on the thumbs up button, comment and hit that little bell symbol at the top to get notified of more Stratospheric Marsh Family Songs.

[@canadian1677]

Excellent song, so well done explaining the UK POLITCAL SCENE

[@AW12-W]

Love it!

[@briansmith7256]

Well that was just brilliant. Thank you guys. A much needed laugh there. What an amazing family. 👏

[@amandahunter4034]

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.

[@mmartin4978]

Brilliant, I assume your all doing time now 😂

[@russellbaker27]

Well done to all of you. BRILLIANT, BRAVO, AMAZING EFFORT. Thankyou all for your talent.🙏❤️👍👌👏👏👏👏👏

[@stephsims1907]

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 .

[@laurencetitusoates6328]

7 months later..........

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

On point as always. Love the tune choice. Bowie was brilliant.

[@johnsurrey7426]

Brilliant brilliant brilliant!! One of your very best! Thank you!

[@StigFerrari]

Wow, what a great family

[@natjohnson3736]

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.

[@davew4998]

Maybe do another one now you know what his policies are. You do know what his policies are don't you? Oh well, maybe wait a bit longer to see if he screws old people even more.

[@sophiewillson8590]

You are so talented and amazing and get better every time

[@Bindersandcash19]

Love this you are all so talented thankyou for making me smile Bowie would be too ❤

[@andychapman3100]

Brilliant and much needed light hearted antidote to the daily fury of seeing what Labour is becoming under Starmer! Thank you for this!

[@friedaelizabethchorlton8654]

This is brilliant. Bowie would be proud.

[@deborahcollard4560]

Will you do a version of Rocket man but call it sausage man??!!

[@moragmckay3779]

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!)

[@allergictowoke]

Excellent, I hope he doesn’t go after you all for hate speech

[@griffdaz1982]

Awesome. Thought Bez was gonna break some moves in the corner 😆

[@theymusthatetesla3186]

How prophetic....from seven months ago!

[@welshwizard55]

Music good and lyrics are great well done . Give us more 😂😂