calypsonian
/ˌkælɪpˈsoʊniən/
noun
- A singer or performer of calypso music, a style of Caribbean music with witty, often satirical lyrics.
- Every year, calypsonians from across the islands compete for the title of Calypso Monarch.
- She dreamed of becoming a calypsonian like her grandfather, who had won many competitions.
- The famous calypsonian performed at the carnival, making the crowd laugh with his clever rhymes.