The NWAC National Calypso Queen competition took place at Queen's Hall, St. Ann's, on January 21. Eighteen women competed for the coveted title of National Calypso Queen. After the singing was over, a winner emerged, and a very youthful singer named Naomi Sinnette emerged as the new Calypso Monarch of Trinidad and Tobago.
Her winning song, "Dem Advisors," was composed by Maria Bhola. The message was deliberate and delivered a powerful message about domestic violence and the need for more action to protect victims. It was an amazing performance by the youthful 20-year-old, who surpassed several seasoned veterans to seize the grand prize.
Winning Song Synopsis:
This song speaks about the advice that is given to domestic victims. They are often told to leave, but leaving comes with serious consequences. Many would criticize the victim, not understanding that leaving is much easier said than done and that much more needs to be put in place for the victim to escape these dangerous relationships.
Eighteen Singers competed and the top six positions were as follows:
- Naomi Sinnette - Dem Advisors
- Curlissa Charles-Mapp - Competition
- Kerine "Tiny" Williams-Figaro - Through These Eyes
- Alana "Lady Watchman" Sinnette-Khan - Shopping in Miami
- Louisa Smith - Tight Rope
- Wendy Garrick - Keep Yuh Head Up
Let us promote the culture of the Caribbean diaspora:
Our mission is to advance music producers, performers, and Caribbean culture. Take up the role of the cultural vulture and disseminate this article among your acquaintances and on all social media channels. We are on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and SoundCloud. All our posts are available on FeedSpot/RSS Feed, Innoreader/RSS Feed, Threads, and via Email Subscription. Thank you in advance.
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Dem Advisors
Artists/Performed by: Naomi Sinnette
Written by: Maria Bhola
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Genre: Calypso
Please be advised that the music is presented here for your listening pleasure and for promotional purposes only ("Fair Use" Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976). No copyright infringement is intended! We don't own the rights to this music; it is presented here for promotional use only. We encourage you to promote the artists and their music; please don't download and share them and rob the artists of needed income! I, nor this blog, make any claims of ownership over any of the videos, songs, photos, or graphics used for this post because they all belong to their respective owners.
♫Please click the music player button below to listen now (a small triangle in the Music player/TV Frame).