Calypso Mama

Calypso Mama, real name Maureen Verlene Duvalier, (14 May 1926 - 19 December 2014) [1] was a legendary Bahamian blues/calypso artist.[2]

Early life

Calypso Mama was born to Bahamian parents. Her grandfather on her father's side is from Haiti and is related to former dictator, François Duvalier.[3]

Famous Songs
  • Yes, Yes, Yes (2:53)[4]

References
  1. http://www.tribune242.com/news/2014/dec/31/memorial-service-junkanoo-pioneer-maureen-duvalier/
  2. "Junkanoo Queen". The Nassau Guardian. 12 January 2004. Archived from the original on 4 June 2008. Retrieved 2009-02-12.
  3. "Navigating Bahamian-Haitian Identity". Kreyolicious. Retrieved 2014-07-19.
  4. "Various Artists: Calypso: Vintage Songs from the Caribbean". PopMatters. 3 June 2003. Retrieved 2009-02-12.
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