calypsonians
/ˌkælɪpˈsoʊniənz/
noun
- Singers or performers of calypso music, a style of music from Trinidad and Tobago that often has humorous or political lyrics.
- The calypsonians took the stage and had the crowd dancing with their lively songs.
- Many famous calypsonians use their music to comment on social issues.
- During the carnival, calypsonians compete for the title of Calypso Monarch.