Mighty Sparrow's Rise to Musical Royalty

Experience the journey of the Mighty Sparrow, the Calypso King who won the Road March and Calypso King competitions in 1956. Learn about his rise to fame and his impact on the music industry!
THE MIGHTY SPARROW in 1956, won Road March and Calypso King competitions with his most famous song, "Jean and Dinah"
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THE MIGHTY SPARROW in 1956, won Road March and Calypso King competitions with his most famous song, "Jean and Dinah" (aka "Yankees Gone", a song celebrating the departure of US troops from Trinidad). His prize for winning the Calypso King title was $40.

Song: Drunk and Disorderly
Artist: Sparrow

Song: School Days
Artist: Sparrow

Song: We Pass That Stage
Artist: Sparrow

Song: Saltfish
Artist: Sparrow

Song: London Bridge
Artist: Sparrow

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