COVID SHANTY

TikTok

For a few months of the lockdown Chris lived with his parents. During that time Sea Shanties trended on TikTok after The Wellerman song went viral. 

As Chris's Dad Martyn had always been a sea shanty lover, they decided to start a TikTok channel devoted to shanties and Martyn has so far posted over 50 shanties, gaining over 8 millions views, 150k followers and a millions likes. Chris's Dad was a sensation, leading to many television, radio interviews and news articles including become the "Most Read" story on BBC National News website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-hampshire-55796216

Starring: Martyn Waitt

Lyrics: Chris & Martyn Waitt

Directed by: Chris Waitt