Calypso Legend Mighty Sparrow Dies at 91
Slinger Francisco, widely known as Mighty Sparrow, has died at the age of 91 in Queens, New York. His daughter confirmed that he died in hospital on Sunday. For more than six decades, the Trinidadian singer, songwriter and guitarist was celebrated as the King of Calypso. He was known for his powerful voice, energetic performances and witty, layered lyrics. Mighty Sparrow helped take calypso music to international audiences while preserving its distinctive storytelling tradition. His career began in the mid-1950s and made him one of the genre's most influential figures.
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