"I'm Not Standing" / "Raindrops Keep Falling" - Marsh Family adaptation of Elton John & B.J. Thomas
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ต.ค. 2024
- Here’s a strange mashup of B.J. Thomas’s “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head” (written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David in 1969 for one of the best films of all time, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid) with Elton John and Bernie Taupin’s “I’m Still Standing” (released in 1983 on the album Too Low for Zero). Tess had no voice - she’s had this weird cough doing the rounds - hence a rather bit part.
The context is pretty self-explanatory in the UK, and it’s obviously a parody/satirical twist on (a) a happy-go-lucky tune given the election launch in the pouring rain, and (b) an anthem about survival in the face of adversity - given that many MPs are jumping off the proverbial ship that they sank. The General Election date was announced - to everyone’s surprise - by Rishi Sunak, with only a six-week lead in. That means 4th July will have significance, for once, on both sides of the pond… It will mark the retirement as MPs of a lot of characters that we have sung about in one form or another in recent years - including Matt Hancock, Sir Graham Brady, Kwasi Kwarteng, Theresa May, Dominic Raab, and lots more. And if you're looking forward to this vein of satire finally running dry, then you can look beyond it and support our original (non-political songs) coming this summer below, including one just before the election :)
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LYRICS:
Raindrops were fallin' on his head
I just don’t get why he snubbed
The media suite instead?
It wasn’t just a bit!
Those raindrops were pourin’ as he read,
Metaphoring
But he just kept bangin’ on about his plan
And he said there’s gonna be
A snap election
Pleading for his job
You’d think we were scorin’ far ahead
In the polling
But there's one thing I know
Whoever’s sent to meet me
Will defeat me!
Cos all we’ve done is feather nests
And grift discreetly
[Switch to “I’m Still Standing”]
You could never know what it's like
A thumping great majority sacrificed
And there’s a Cabinet position I got to do
Ended up like a wrecking ball and causing vast abuse
Now, I’m not thinking I can ever win
So fare thee well, I’m not comin’ back again!
I got a second job with amazing pay
I’m pretty greedy though I seem upstanding
I’ll just hide away
Don't you know I’m not standin' - better to retire or quit
Reckon they’ll be few survivors! I don’t give a diddly-shit.
I’m not standin' - can’t be arsed this time
Leavin’ all the faeces in a pile for someone else to find
I’m not standin' (Nah, nah, nah)
I’m not standin' (Nah, nah, nah)
Once, I maybe coulda hoped to win
The Party’s now corroded to a loony bin
The mess we’ve made - they’re gonna cut us down
And if our boss was fit for purpose, he wouldn’t be drowning now
You know: I'm not standin' - face the music? God forbid!
Gonna find some other things to do with several million quid
I’m not standin’ in this firing line
Gonna find a Freeport or some fields of wheat to spend my time
I’m not standin' (Nah, nah, nah)
I’m not standin' (Nah, nah, nah)
I’m not standin' (Nah, nah, nah)
I’m not standin' (Nah, nah, nah)
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Just beautiful. 😊
If only everyone had such wonderful parents.
Joy to the world 🌎
Rishi in the rain was ripe for so many satirical takes, and yours is perfect in how it juxtaposes Sunak's insane happy talk with the Universe literally pissing on him. And the MPs fleeing their fleeced constituents... so many grifters and featherweights, so little time to sing about them all, but you covered them in non-glory in one fell swoop. Well done!
Your satire is right on the mark again. Equally, it's great to hear the kids ' voices maturing.
Yeah! I’m loving watching the development of the kids voices too.
Pulitzer Prize for whoever writes the lyrics. The whole family always enchants, musically and with the finger on the pulse of politics. 🤗
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Compulsory National Service ...... very unlikely thankfully! James Cleverly was unable to say how they would enforce it, let alone fund it.
Excellent again. I watch your song interpretations from here in Australia, to gain knowledge of what's happening over there. A more interesting and entertaining method than reading the tabloids.
Tabloids lie, this family are singing the truth.
As a fellow Aussie, I agree!
I love this family, so informed, talented and a great way to spread the word. Thank you Marsh family. ❤❤❤ ❤❤
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It’s great to see the Brits also have their own problems! But seriously great job guys very very good!
Late to the party this time but love this- yet again the family talent is showcased and the message is clear. Thank you for this!
Thanks to the marsh family making me smile this Sunday afternoon love it
This was a strange one, indeed, but fine performances all around. Grateful for the cameo, but I would've liked more of Tess. Hope she's herself again soon. ❤
The @MarshFamily is one of the best things that came out of COVID. I am so glad you have continued, and watching the development and growth is impressive.
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Incredible! Really wanted to watch so many tories crying in sport halls across the land at 3 in the morning though...😢😂
As ever. Fabulous singing, great words ❤
I could get bogged down watching multiple Marsh videos.
This family is so darned sweet! I just love them!
Ace -song, choreography and production.
So good as always. Loved the end where he just crouched down to get out of view.
Thomas is such a ham. Seems every video he has a push or stumble session. This video, his entrance was priceless. Like running in and stumbling to a stop. Comedy gold. Alfie's voice is really tightening up too. Oh, and momma, your voice is a lot better than you give yourself credit.
Love the harmonies as always!! And wow- everyone's voices are developing so much, go you guys!
Well done Marsh family - another triumph 🎉
Brilliant!!! Such a talented family.
Excellent Song about your July 4th Election, You guys continue to amaze me with your talent and Humour! Love that you guys are still putting out great Videos
Superb as always! Get Well Soon Tess! Lovely contrast of the happy tune with the target Rishi Sunak! Perhaps we’ll feel happy go lucky come the election results!
Brilliant - you nailed it again! What will you do when they've all gone?! Xx
I knew you would have a song for the upcoming election . Thanks. So good as usual. 😊
I love your message. You give us hope.Hopefully those lost in Diaper Don's liar will see your work and wake up. Brilliant. Thank you
Marsh family, I am seeing you for the first time. I think you have a great up coming musical career, speaking engagements, opening acts, interviews etc. Funny as hell! Talent galore!
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I have this downloaded to my phone and listen to it EVERY DAY! It's just so joyful ❤
Lovely to see how you are all (not) standing - and growing up! Thanks, and Good luck to you all.
I was half-expecting you to do Singing in the Rain (with a bit of Morecambe and Wise choreography!), but this was great!
Fabulous. How you get these out so quickly is just awesome. Love it!
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Perfect commentary on the week’s events. So looking forward to hearing from you guys over the coming weeks. It may make it all bearable. Thank you.
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Brilliant again. Our own satirical alternate Brady Bunch 😂😂 your songs are my playlist for this election. Perhaps a song (in your brilliantly hilarious way) saying people have other options than either main party twats to vote for 😂❤❤❤
Ah yes, raindrops keep falling on his head! Lovely mixup Marsh family. I enjoyed the smart lyrics, great soprano line and harmonies. And if Rishi ever needs to borrow an umbrella again, I know where he can find one!
As always, bang on! Keep 'em coming. Plenty of source material over the next couple of months xx
Love you guys, so refreshing!
👏I love the talented Marsh Family and sharing! 💙👏
Just so on point, as always, guys! Brilliant performance too. Every video better than the last!
You guys are all so talented, but I have to comment that Alfie's voice is becoming amazing. It's unique, great tone, and it just has an appealing sound to it. Again not to say anything bad about the rest of you it is just something that stood out to me in this video.
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When I read about the election, my first thought was "Great news! Another Marsh Family song coming soon!"
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Love it. Love seeing how MF have grown and evolved. You have all come so far and vocals are on point! Well done all
Love how you’ve got this out so quickly! Top work!
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the Marsh family are amazing !
I love you guys absolutely saved my life during covid kept me sane when the world was insane thankyou all x
I think this is FANTASTIC, Marsh Family - bravo 👏
The VP Vance video was amazing.... how about one for the tangerine?
This is just brilliant. The way you used the two tunes was awesome. As usual your timing of coming out with this song is very timely.
Love it, well done guys, a double hit!! Voices were fab as ever and the theme on the nail! Keep it up and maybe you'll be voted in - talk a lot more sense!! 🥳🥳🥳😉
Lovely! Hope you feel better, Tess. We've all had it too. 🤧
Absolutely brilliant, as always.
Brilliant, as ever!
Thanks, Marsh family.
Brilliant guys lyrics spot on singing fantastic
Love , love , love it , to the point where we are in the Uk . Your voices get better each time I hear you , thank you all for the hard work that must go into making these amazing songs !❤
Superb again. There’s more newsworthy relevant observation in your songs than any main stream news media.
Love the family talent!
Very well done, family. A big thanks from the USA.
Thanks Marsh family, parody spot on as usual and a fun video 😀
What a breath of fresh air,gives a glimmer of hope.
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Love this, especially the I’m not Standing part. We can’t be complacent though
One of your very best. Things canon's get wetter.
Not really sure of your topic this time (l'm guessing it's UK politics-related) but lovely to hear the young maturing voices. Your son in Raindrops has a beautiful, smooth, mellow tone that's very easy on the ear.
You guys are great !!!
I had a mental health breakdown when they announced policy to get us next and your songs like this help me to know not gonna win an me get better so thankyou ❤❤❤❤❤
I was just thinking this morning you might use this song, or Sing'in in the Rain or Purple Rain for Sunak's announcement. But not November Rain as a lot of Tories wanted.
Absolutely brilliant!❤
Fantastic! Keep it coming Marsh family as this is how messages are heard and news is spread- Traveling bards now use the ‘ tube’!! Brilliant!Xx
You guys are so talented 💖
I was waiting for this, excellent as usual, hope Tess recovers soon.
Very impressive that Thomas's voice is much deeper than Alfie's. Well done!
Two great ladies!
I was hoping for " don't p!ss on me & tell me it's just raining!" In the lyrics
Brilliant. "I'm finding ... some fields of wheat to spend my time".
This family is fabulous … talented, politically savvy, and obviously concerned for humanity
Absolutely brilliant done with emotion and laughter from me, you are a great family and i always look forward to your next one. Keep them coming can't wait for the next one you do, you are all great singers.
Brilliant! Well done guys.
It's always a good day when you release a new song! I absolutely love the amazing family bond you all appear to have. Danielle's voice really stood out for me in this song, it fitted so perfectly! Great job, as always!
Brilliant! And very up to date❤
Excellent guys. I loved it.
Yes. that was on the nail