Calypso Rose

Calypso Rose, born Linda McCartha Monica Sandy-Lewis, is a legendary calypsonian from Trinidad and Tobago, often hailed as the 'Queen of Calypso.' Born on April 27, 1940, she has made significant contributions to the genre with over 1,000 songs and 20 albums. Rose is known for addressing social issues like racism and sexism in her lyrics, and her influence led to the renaming of the Calypso King competition to Calypso Monarch, highlighting her vital role in promoting women in calypso music.