Calypso music originated from West African Griot tradition, with African slaves singing and drumming on sugar plantations in Trinidad. Calypso rhythms were created with the African drum, and songs ridiculed the colonial elite and slave owners. Carnival competitions, led by chantwells, greatly helped the genre's evolution to a ballad style, with humorous or biting social and political commentary. Standout calypsonians emerged in the 1930s and 1940s, including Atilla the Hun, Roaring Lion, and Lor

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Calypso Rose - "Young Boy"

Calypso Rose, born Mc Cartha Linda Lewis in Trinidad and Tobago, is a beloved cultural icon and one of the greatest Calypso artists of all time. She has written over 800 songs, cut more than 20 albums, and introduced the world to the vibrant sounds of the Caribbean. Her hits, including "No Madame" and "Gimme More Tempo", have won awards and called attention to social issues. Rose's impact on the world music scene is profound, and she has shared the stage with legends like Michael Jackson, Bob Ma