Calypso Mama Explained

Calypso Mama, real name Maureen Verlene Duvalier (14 May 192619 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

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Memorial service for 'Junkanoo pioneer' Maureen Duvalier on Friday. www.tribune242.com.
  2. News: Junkanoo Queen . The Nassau Guardian . 12 January 2004 . 2009-02-12 . https://web.archive.org/web/20080604005838/http://www.thenassauguardian.com/print/26455082112063.php . 4 June 2008 . dead .
  3. News: Navigating Bahamian-Haitian Identity . Kreyolicious. 2014-07-19 .
  4. News: Various Artists: Calypso: Vintage Songs from the Caribbean . . 3 June 2003 . 2009-02-12 .

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