In the Caribbean, Carnival time offers an opportunity to unwind and 'free up' oneself. It’s when rhythm takes over, masqueraders take to the road, and cultural expression becomes a joyful revolution of color, music, and dance. But while Trinidad, Barbados, and Jamaica often dominate the Carnival spotlight, we at Sokah2Soca believe it’s time to broaden the lens and embrace the full rhythm of the region—including Haiti.
The English-speaking Caribbean is generally clueless about Carnival in Haiti. The Haitian carnival is a deeply rooted cultural event characterized by ancestral energy, creativity, rara bands, political satire, vibrant costume design, soul-stirring chants, and an energetic and joyful celebration. The celebration isn’t a borrowed tradition; it’s a birthright. It’s time the wider Caribbean acknowledged and celebrated that. The celebration isn’t a borrowed tradition; it’s a birthright. It’s time the wider Caribbean acknowledged and celebrated that.
Today, we’re proud to feature a song that embodies this Haitian spirit: TiMillien’s “Fe Bwa Kale Pale.” The title alone is an invitation to pay attention—to listen, to move, to respect the energy of the street and the heartbeat of the people. Haitian music and culture are deeply African in nature and TiMillien's Creole cadences and Carnival defiance showcase Haiti's celebrations as raw, real, and rooted in resilience.
Inclusion isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a responsibility. As lovers of Caribbean culture, we owe it to ourselves and each other to uplift every island’s contribution to our Carnival tapestry. Whether it's the steelpan in Trinidad, the kaiso in Grenada, or the rara in Haiti—it’s all ours.
Let us spread awareness of the Caribbean diaspora's culture.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Fe Bwa Kale Pale
Artist/Performed by: TiMillien
Written by: TiMillien
Produced by: ***
Mixed & mastered by: ***
Origin: Haiti
Genre: Kompa 🎶
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