Calypso Rose
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About
Trinidadian singer who is known around the world as an icon of calypso music. She is the recipient of numerous lifetime achievement awards for classic calypso songs like "No Madame" and "Fire in Me Wire."
Before Fame
She began writing her own songs at age 15.
Trivia
She was the first woman to win the Trinidad Road March competition. The name of the competition was eventually changed to Calypso Monarch in her honor.
Family Life
Her father was a Spiritual Shouter Baptist leader.
Associated With
Her 2016 album Far from Home is a collaboration with Manu Chao.
