Calypso Singer Mighty Sparrow



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Originally performed at festivals in Trinidad, calypso music is highly syncopated. Lyrics are often satirical and witty, addressing social and political issues. This clip features Mighty Sparrow, one of the most popular and influential calypso artists to emerge after World War II (1939-1945).

"Teresa" by Slinger Francisco, published by Mighty Sparrow, Inc., performed by Mighty Sparrow, from Calypso Awakening (Cat.# Smithsonian SFW CD 40453) Smithsonian licensed from Emory Cook Collection. ©and(p)2000 Smithsonian Folkways Recordings. *All rights reserved*./David Redfern/Redferns

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Caribbean Music; Calypso (music); Latin American Music; Trinidad and Tobago; Worldbeat

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