Lester Charles

Lester Charles

artist Guyana

Lester 'De Professor' Charles is a renowned calypsonian from Guyana, celebrated for his impactful lyrics and captivating performances. He gained national attention in 2013 when his winning calypso song 'God Don’t Sleep' was controversially banned from airing by then Minister of Transport and Hydraulics Robeson Benn, sparking a debate about censorship and artistic expression in the Caribbean music scene.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
619
Power
5$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guyana 1 5.00 0.08% +0% 786,552 619 $6,000 5$
Totals 1 786,552 619 $6,000 5$
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