Slinger Francisco, known worldwide as the Mighty Sparrow, has died at 91. The Trinidad Guardian reported on September 27 that his family confirmed he died earlier that day in New York following a brief illness, with loved ones beside him.
Across decades of performance, Sparrow helped take calypso to international audiences. His songs brought humour and social commentary to politics, relationships and everyday Caribbean life.
Caribbean Flava extends condolences to his family, friends and the generations of listeners who carry his music with them. We remember an artist whose voice belongs to the Caribbean’s shared cultural memory.