calypsonian

/ ˌkælɪpˈsəʊnɪən /

noun

1. a performer or writer of calypsos

Example Sentences

In one still from Peacock Records, the processed and marcelled hair that was Little Richard’s irrepressible glory has been squashed beneath a calypsonian’s straw hat.

From New York Times

As Mighty Shadow, the Trinidadian calypsonian sang: Nowadays you enter a strange land, they call you an alien.

From The Guardian

Gaby sang a song called "The Immigrant" by David Rudder, the only Calypsonian who uses his real name.

From Los Angeles Times

Ras Marcus, an award-winning Calypsonian artist, singing “Go Fuh Cup.”

From New York Times

Calypsonian David Rudder's Rally Round the West Indies pleads with the fans not to give up hope, using the team's misfortunes as a metaphor for wider political struggles.

From The Guardian