'Bohemian Trumpsody' - Marsh Family adaptation of 'Bohemian Rhapsody' by Queen about Donald J. Trump

Well, with the polls so tight a week out, we decided to revisit US Election politics one last time, and ambitiously to have a stab at building a parody around one of the greatest songs ever written, Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” which was the inimitable mock opera lead single from their album “A Night at the Opera” released in 1975. It was a monstrous production, created across eight generations of 24-track tape and with hundreds of overdubs, complex layered harmonies, subsections, innovations. And at its core, the spectacular vocals of Freddie Mercury – one of the finest singers ever, on top form.

It has been parodied so many times already, including an iconic version by the Muppets (which the kids loved and grew up with), and it’s been twisted to fit subjects from the menopause to coronavirus. But our chosen subject is the willingness of so many decent people to hold their nose and - likely - vote for Donald Trump in the forthcoming US Presidential Election. We know we’ve sung about it already twice, and we don’t live or vote in the USA. But the whole world has a stake in this election – and it’s a free world. At least, for now. We chose not to riff off the many daft claims, stories, or issues (the cat ladies and cats and dogs have been cut up plenty), but just to try to cut to the fundamentals, and think about behaviours, facts, values, and history. Some of the footage is from the US Congress hearings.

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LYRICS

How is this real life? Wish it was fantasy!
Ought to be landslide, not a race to the final week
Look in his eyes, it’s up to you guys, you see
He’s just a playboy, he feels no empathy
Because he’s kinda dumb, kinda slow
Little lie, shitty joke
Every single swing vote really really matters to liberty

Donald’s a danger, man
Watch him turn the country red
Just an ego off its head
Donald’s no ‘Republican’
You put him on a throne and there he’ll stay
Donald, ooh. Might seem a wacky guy
But how much crap this time you gonna swallow?
You’ve been warned, you’ve been warned, Generals [John] Kelly, [Mark] Milley, [Jim] Mattis
Top-rated veterans
Not considered feeble minds; served the White House for a time
No ties to a party. And yet they wrote:
If you leave Trump unrestrained he’ll cause abuse
Donald, ooh (the race is so close)
Think of Eisenhower
Or Reagan, Bush, you bet they’d be so distraught!

I see a Capitol or Charlottesville again
Grab a noose, grab a noose, it’s a US gestapo
Project 25-ing very very frightening me
(Rule of law-o) Rule of law-o
(Rule of law-o) Rule of law-o
Rule of law - oh feck it’s gone!
MAGA foreclosed

It’s just hyperbole, media’s nasty
They’re just some libtards from a cult family
Spare us your lies about autocracy

Fascism rodeo: will he get the votes? This felon?!
Oh! He still might get the votes
(Get the votes?! This felon?!)
He still might get the votes
(Get the votes?! This felon?!)
He still might get the votes (Get the votes)
Still will claim the vote (Claim the vote)
Will contest the vote! (never, never, never, never…get the vote?!)
No no no no no no no!

Had diarrhoea about Georgia
Ballot fears being stoked!
See Donald Trump isn’t ever gonna set you free, you free, you free!

Do you think Nikki Haley was too sane and dry?
Do you think that Ukrainians might as well die?!
Oh, maybe. Don’t be one of the crazies.
Just gotta break out.
Just get the Third Reich out of here

Ooh, yeah…

This thing really matters.
All the world can see.
Don’t let in the fascists.
Trump’s not fit for presidency

(Trump is such an arsehole!)

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[deerhart]

Awesome family, make me extra proud to be a Brit! Come on America, we’re all behind you! Stay strong 🇬🇧🇺🇸💙❤️

[multi-purposebiped]

I'm flabbergasted. Those were quite probably the best satirical lyrics I've ever heard. And beautifully, wonderfully executed to boot.

[PalmarLlano]

As a fan of the Bohemian Rhapsody song and the group, I loved your singing and lyrics! Proud parents! Thanks from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷!!

[CynthiaBjork]

I'm crying so hard I can barely see to type. I moved away from America and now live safely in Portugal, but my heart is with my family and friends I had to leave behind. I am so grateful to this adorable and talented family for all of the songs over the last months. You are amazing.

[DulceN]

Fantastic, Marsh family, you outdid yourselves again. 👏 👏 👏 Thanks so much for your support, many of us in the USA are very concerned about the possible results of next Tuesday’s election, it is unbelievable that it’s being considered a ‘toss-up’ at this point.

[gingersmith]

How on Earth did you write and sing this so beautifully? What a talented family! Thank you for sharing.

[mrshill]

If I could like it a thousand times I would. This was spot on

[jacquelineperks]

Well done Marsh Family. Tremendous. Love the lyrics. Let’s see more of this.

[ernestcruz]

Thank you! A Queen fan since 1974, Democratic voter since 1980, Marsh family fan since the 0:10 mark of this video.

[fredsimmons]

AMERICA and the world should thank this family for their love of freedom and truth.All the best to this family.

[shadowblk]

From a US Veteran who proudly served his country for ALL Americans, thank you, Just brilliant! 💖

[forwimp]

This family in England knows more about US politics than most of the swing state undecided voters. Like and share this amazing song with everyone. What an outstanding piece of art. Thank you Marsh Family!

[BugleCoops]

Bravo!!!

You guys should be on Kimmel Live!

[jessicahereford]

This is fricking phenomenal! Brought me to tears to see such a patriotic and inspirational family with so much talent! I just wish I had found you earlier. Obviously I’m donating and getting these songs in as many places as I can. Thank you beautiful and talented family. You are all so beautiful and musically blessed. I appreciate you💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[kimzimmerman]

OMG! How is this NOT viral!!! Such excellent choice in music, lyrics and honoring to those who originated the song. Love what you guys do, thank you so much!

[dianemackay]

I'm in tears watching this powerful message made by your family. The images are so painful of January 6th and set to your voices..WOW. I work two jobs and one is in a retirement community in Tennessee. I'll never forget January 6th violence unfolding on live TV and a sharp minded 99 year old resident who served in WWII was watching in tears and said "I'm glad I won't be around to see what they do to my country." We are concerned here in the States. Already voted for Kamala! Sending Blessings your way.❤

[nunyabusiness]

BRAVO one and all. That is phenomenal. Thank you for the levity (and truth).

[AK--DR]

Thank you! Thank you! Appreciate the support...Brought tears to my eyes...We've got this!!!

[alanbourne]

WOW GUYS!!!! You've outdone yourselves with this one! Absolutely freakin BRILLIANT!! Videography is outstanding and so in sync with the lyrics. Just love your take on things.
Thanks so much for all your hard work.💙💙💙💙💙

[anner]

I think that’s the most powerful one you’ve done. Absolutely brilliant. Required listening for all Americans. Thank you. Jonathan Toye