Calypso Rose received a standing ovation as she was named Elite Calypso Honoree at the Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad and Tobago.
The legendary calypsonian was recognised during the awards ceremony at the National Academy for the Performing Arts, NAPA, celebrating her longstanding contribution to Caribbean music and culture.
The award was presented by Terri Lyons, marking a special moment between two generations of Trinidad and Tobago calypso performers.
The Caribbean Music Awards shared footage of the presentation on Instagram on September 20, 2026, highlighting the standing ovation Calypso Rose received as she was honoured.
The post attracted more than 7,000 likes and over 100 comments, as viewers celebrated the recognition of one of calypso’s most influential figures.
For Calypso Rose, whose career has helped take the music of Trinidad and Tobago to audiences around the world, the honour represented another recognition of her enduring contribution to the genre.
The moment was made even more significant by taking place in Trinidad and Tobago, where Calypso Rose’s musical journey began and where calypso remains an important part of the country’s cultural identity.
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