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Lord Kitchener (calypsonian)

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For the First World War leader, see Horatio Kitchener

Lord Kitchener (April 18, 1922 - February 11, 2000) was one of the most internationally famous calypsonians. Born Aldwyn Roberts in Arima, Trinidad and Tobago, Kitchener's success began after he moved to England and soon became massively popular there. His fame continued throughout the 1950s, when calypso achieved international success. Later, though, he moved towards Soca, a related style, and continued recording until his death.

His most famous songs include:

  • Rain-o-rama (also the name he gave to his house in Trinidad)
  • Pan in A Minor
  • Sugar Bum Bum (noted as one of the first Soca songs)

He is buried in the Santa Rosa Cemetery in Arima, Trinidad.

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