Lisa Marie, Malcolm McLaren & The Bootzilla Orchestra – Something’s Jumpin’ In Your Shirt

Released in 1989, “There’s Something Jumpin’ In Your Shirt” was an imaginative collaboration between Lisa Marie, Malcolm McLaren and The Bootzilla Orchestra, appearing on McLaren’s eclectic album Waltz Darling. Produced by Malcolm McLaren, Robbie Kilgore, Mary Kessler, Phil Ramone & Bootsy Collins with a characteristically adventurous approach, the single combined elements of funk, pop, jazz, dance and hip-hop into a vibrant and theatrical recording. It reflected McLaren’s reputation for challenging musical conventions by bringing together unexpected influences with a strong sense of humour and showmanship.

Built around a playful and mischievous lyric, the song uses witty wordplay and tongue-in-cheek storytelling to create an infectious slice of late-1980s pop. Lisa Marie delivers the lead vocal with confidence and personality, perfectly capturing the light-hearted spirit of the recording. Around her, The Bootzilla Orchestra provide a colourful backdrop of punchy brass, lively percussion, funky bass lines and bright keyboard arrangements, creating an energetic groove that keeps the song moving from beginning to end. The polished production balances musical sophistication with a sense of fun, making the track both distinctive and memorable.

Although overshadowed by some of Malcolm McLaren’s better-known recordings, “There’s Something Jumpin’ In Your Shirt” remains an entertaining highlight from the Waltz Darling project. Today, it is appreciated for its inventive production, infectious rhythm and playful charm, standing as an excellent example of McLaren’s willingness to blur the boundaries between pop, funk and performance art while creating music that was both original and accessible.

The song peaked at No. 29 in the UK singles chart on the 2nd September 1989.