Original image via YouTube music video © Kenny Phillips/Kerice Pascall.
The chant "Kaiso, Kaiso!" reverberates throughout the Calypso tent, urging an encore when a performance accomplishes the golden mark of excellence—the audience truly appreciates the total package, and that includes the message, the delivery, and the connection the artist has with the audience. Today, we salute a beautifully crafted song that has captured our hearts and "minds"—"Tears" by Kerice Pascall, written by Kurt Allen and produced by the legendary Kenny Phillips of KMP Music Lab. Pleasing Calypso aficionados is not an effortless task in Trinidad and Tobago, but when it does happen, the applause comes flowing easily, and the chant of Kaiso, Kaiso accompanies the praise. "Tears" checks all the boxes and will receive deserving encores at the Calypso tent for Carnival 2025.
"Tears" is more than just a song; it delivers a powerful message. It’s a bold commentary on the current state of our society and the numerous ills that stagnate growth in all its forms. With poignant lyrics and emotive delivery, Pascall highlights the "systemic inequalities, corruption, and societal neglect that plague our nation."
In "Tears," the singer intricately critiques the nation and its leadership, embodying the role of a true Calypsonian who channels the voice of the people. Kerice Pascall does the work for the people with an unflinching gaze and a powerful narrative that resonates deeply with anyone who listens. Kurt Allen is a brilliant Calypso songwriter; his ability to bring such significant issues to the forefront through poetic and compelling lyrics showcases his brilliance as a songwriter—just amazing!
The brilliance of Kenny Phillips shines through the production, enhancing the raw emotion and impactful message of the song. "Tears" is a testament to the power of Calypso music, reminding us of its roots in social and political commentary while delivering a soul-stirring performance that demands reflection and action.
Kerice Pascall, Kurt Allen, and Kenny Phillips have delivered a contemplative calypso—a thought-provoking song for the people to reflect upon and strive for a better tomorrow. As we listen, let’s raise our voices in the chant that honors greatness: Kaiso, Kaiso!
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Tears
Artist/Performed by: Kerice Pascall
Written by: Kurt Allen
Produced by: Kenny Phillips
Mixed & mastered by: Kenny Phillips at KMP Music Lab
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Calypso
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