Remembering the Calypso King
Trinidadian Calypso Legend Mighty Sparrow Dies Peacefully in New York at Age 91
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Slinger Francisco, the Trinidadian calypso legend known as the Mighty Sparrow, died peacefully in New York at 91 after a brief illness, his family said. Across a career spanning more than seven decades, he helped bring calypso to international audiences with a powerful voice, sharp wit and songs exploring politics, social issues, relationships and everyday life. A celebrated performer, songwriter and mentor, Sparrow influenced generations of artists and leaves a legacy deeply woven into Caribbean culture; his family also said he embraced Christianity and was baptized into the Seventh-day Adventist faith in his final days.
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Sparrow was born in Grand Roy, Grenada, in 1935, and was raised in Trinidad and Tobago.
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He first won the Calypso King title in 1956 with “Jean and Dinah,” which became one of his best-known recordings.
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Over his career, Sparrow produced hundreds of recordings.
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His family said arrangements were being made for a gathering to celebrate his life, asked fans to tag his official account in tributes, and requested privacy as they grieved.
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