So there you have it: the theme song to Only Fools and Horses was sung by its brilliant creator, John Sullivan. A man who didn’t just make us laugh—he also made us sing along to a ditty about putting the kettle on. He was a writer, a composer, a performer, and a proper Cockney philosopher.
Every time you hear that song, you’re hearing a bloke who loved Britain, loved tea, and loved a good wheeze. It’s a reminder that sometimes the best things in life aren’t polished or perfect—they’re a bit rough, a bit cheery, and made with love in a front room.
And isn’t that just like life? We’re all just sticking the kettle on, trying to be millionaires by next year, and hoping we don’t fall through the bar. So next time you brew a cuppa, give a little nod to John Sullivan. He’s the reason you’re smiling, and honestly, that’s a lovely jubbly legacy to leave behind. Cheers, mate.
