Slinger Francisco, better known as The Mighty Sparrow, affectionately dubbe… Read Full Bio ↴Slinger Francisco, better known as The Mighty Sparrow, affectionately dubbed, The Birdie is the unrivaled Calypso King of the World, with a career that spans over 40 years and counting. This artist par excellence has earned his rightful place as "King of the Calypso World" by defeating every other competitor/pretender to his throne. He has entertained audiences across the globe, including, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America, to name but a few.
Sparrow's roots are in Gran Roi, a rural fishing village in Grenada. He was born to a poor working class family. They migrated to his adopted homeland, Trinidad, when he was just one year old. He attended the New Town Boys School where he was selected to sing in the boys. choir of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. This was his initial involvement in music. The harmonics of the Gregorian Chants and the Plainsongs of the church that were embedded in him would later affect the depth and intensity of his compositions. His vocal abilities also reflect his childhood role as the head choirboy who sang baritone and tenor in Latin in the church.
Other influences included listening to American street quartets, pop tunes by Nat King Cole and Frankie Laine, Sarah Vaughn, Billy Eckstein, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald with their jazz contributions, and the early calypsoes of Lord Melody, Lord Kitchener, Lord Christo, Lord Invader (of Rum and Coca Cola fame) and the Mighty Spoiler, to name a few.
At the tender age of 20, Sparrow emerged, as the leading Calypsonian with his record-breaking hit, Jean and Dinah. (Yankees Gone, 1956 covered by Harry Belafonte). Throughout the years he managed to showcase his diversity each year with the release of at least one album dating from the catchy Jean and Dinah. in 1956 to Carnival Boycott (1957, a song responsible for the many changes and improvement for mass men, calypsonians and steelband men). This song was eventually responsible for the formation of the Carnival Development Committee. An organization to assist calypsonians, steelband men and mas men. This committee was fully endorsed by the Founding Father of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Eric Eustace Williams.
In 1958 he became the only calypsonian to have had a triple win, in the same year, in the Road March Competition. The calypsoes were P.A.Y.E. (Pay As You Earn, a song that enabled the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, to understand the importance of paying taxes). Russian Satellite (a song reflecting on the act of cruelty to animals) and Theresa (a number where, for the first time in his career, he utilized other languages). In an unprecedented move, he was awarded a cash prize by the Carnival Development Committee, for winning the Road March Competition that year.
In 1959 he released Federation, (a song that reflected his disappointment over the breaking up of the proposed Caribbean Federation). In 1960 his career continued to soar with the melodious May May and Leave the damn Doctor, Royal Jail and Ten to one is Murder followed in 1961. In 1962 he presented us with Sparrow Come Back Home and Model Nation. Dan is the Man in the Van came in 1963 and the Village Ram in 1964.
In 1965 we experienced Congo Man. In that same year Sparrow proved himself a balladeer with his remake of Arthur Prysock's original, Only A Fool Breaks His Own Heart accompanied by Byron Lee and the Dragonaires. This rendition won him a Gold Record in Holland. He also recorded Frank Sinatra's My Way and Lucho Gatica's "El Reloj".
In 1966, He won the Road March Competition again with Melda and 1967 he advised the youth on the importance of Education. Mr. Walker was his hit in 1968, he won the Road March Competition again in 1969 with Sa Sa Yea and in 1970 he appealed to the people of this world to Love one Another and Lend A Hand. These songs appealed to the country for unity "Unity somehow if Trinidad ever needed you is now".
In 1971 Good Citizen followed and in 1972 he won the Calypso Monarch and Road March Competitions with Drunk and Disorderly. No Kind of Man at all was released in 1973 and We Pass That Stage (a strong social commentary in 1974. In 1975 he gave us a psychological analysis, showing where the rich is envious of the poor with Neurosis of the Rich. The Mayor of Detroit, Coleman Young, also presented him with the keys to the city.
In 1976 we got the humorous Salt Fish, and in 1977 he lead the Caribbean with a tribute to Hasley Crawford, the Olympic Gold Medallist. In the same year, during FESTAC, in Nigeria, Sparrow received the honorary title of Chief of the Yorubas, (which is Chief Omo Wale of Ikoyi).
In 1978 he paid tribute to Penny Commissiong (the first black Miss Universe) with The First Black Miss Universe, and chided Idi Amin Dada, tyrant in Africa. Kerry Packer (a song about the cricket revolution) followed in 1979 and in 1980 the Shah of Iran (Wanted Dead or Alive ). This number was covered by the popular American group, Manhattan Transfer.
Sparrow continued to climb the ladder of success while becoming the most popular caypsonian of all time. He demonstrated year after year, with his social commentaries that the calypsonian is really the eyes and ears of the people. In 1981 he registered his social/political Commentaries. We Like It So and his first chutney contribution Sexy Marajhin another liguistic inclusion. In 1982 he gave us Human Rights and in 1983 another powerful, State of the Union address Capitalism Gone Mad. He added another Road March title to his record in 1984 with Doh Back Back and in 1985 he demonstrated to the youth in the business that he can step up to another level when necessary with Soca Pressure.
Around this same time, Mayor Ed Koch of New York proclaimed March 18th, The Mighty Sparrow Day. He dealt with another evil of society in 1986 advising the vulnerable that Coke Is Not It. In 1987 he thrilled the world with another classic, the humorous Lying Excuses. He made another appearance in Nigeria, this time as Chief Omo Wale of Ikoyi, during his National Tour of Afirca and upon his return he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree, Doctor of Letters, from the University of the West Indies. Hence, the reason for Dr. Bird his chronicling of the event at the University of the West Indies, (using humor again as he always does She had a headache and this Dr. Bird performed a myomectamy on her) in 1988.
Manjhay, and Dutch Romance (which gave us a touch of French and Dutch languages) in 1989. In 1990 he gave us Let the Music Play and was inducted into the SUNSHINE Awards Calypso and Steelband Music Hall of Fame on June 24th. That same day the Brooklyn Borough President, Howard Golder proclaimed the day The Mighty Sparrow Day. Another strong social commentary, We Could Make It Easy If We Try and Precious a dedication to his daughter followed in 1991.
Sparrow continued to define the true meaning of "The Calypso King of the World. In 1992 with Both of Them, Crown Heights Justice and Man will Survive. All making a big impact in the Caribbean and the United States.
In 1993 he sang Put On Your Dancing Shoes and More the Merrier and in 1994 told the youth on his heels that Age Is Just A Number and Salvation, underscoring his roots as a choirboy in the church. In 1995 he gave us a course in history where once again he kept the linguistic involvement Democracy In Haiti (Liberte) and a keen sense of observation with the social situation at home This Is Madness, ("Why have we cast aside intelligence and abandon common sense with unprecedented violence for which there is no known defense"). Incidentally these gems earned him third place in the Calypso Monarch Competition. He gave us OJ (the juice is loose) and the Royal Divorce in 1996 and an assortment of Soca Ballads in 1997.
This illustrious lyricist/composer/singer/comedian/entertainer is an 11 time Calypso Monarch. This includes winning the King of Kings Competition (where every monarch in the calypso world is invited to compete against the Mighty Sparrow, each time suffering total defeat at his hands) in Trinidad. He also won the Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival Road March Competition eight (8) times, second only to the Lord Kitchener, (his songs were selected and played most often by the bands in this category). Sparrow received many other University citations and awards from Governments and organizations too numerous to mention.
Now in 1998, The Mighty Sparrow, continues to rule the Calypso/Soca world with his voice, lyrics and melodies. He is demonstrating once more that he is the King. His new release, The Supreme Serenader is full of dance, humor and facts. The first track Paramaribo is not only a beautiful rendition of how he was captivated by the girls in Surinam but it also demonstrates the depth of his thoughts and his gratitude for a land of style and grace.
Santo Domingo is a track full of dance and proof positive that the King is truly global with his music. He will be embraced by the Latino communities around the world for this one. Racism is a very powerful social commentary, both lyrically and musically. In this song, Sparrow once again deals with an issue of international concern while at the same time reflecting on those who have been in the forefront of the struggle.
Willie Dead is a humorously and classically executed double entendre, so convincing that you will mourn for Willie. Another powerful and appealing social commentary is Raperman. The King assumes the role of messenger and protector of women and underscores his position with the following tracks, Born To Love, and Don't Give It Up.
The Mighty Sparrow has proved himself as the Quintessential Calypsonian, par excellence, with over seventy (70) albums to his credit. He is richly endowed with many gifts. He possesses an amazing ability not only to put into works and tempo the exploits of society, but to crown it all with showmanship and appeal. His great contribution to the artform and our lives has unraveled the mysteries of Caribbean life, leaving the professionally trained sociologist and economist befuddled.
A combination of talent, hard work and opportunity enabled Sparrow's ascendance to Calypso King of the World. He brought honor, glory and dignity to an indigenous art form that was once scorned upon by the elite of Caribbean society. He is one extraordinary entertainer who utilizes the medium he masters not just to entertain but also to edify, enlighten, and educate.
The King is currently preparing for the new millennium when he will re-enter the World Monarch and Road March Competitions for a cataclysmic encounter with his competitors.
Without doubt, as The Mighty Sparrow, The King of Kings, is the real Supreme Serenader.
Sparrow's roots are in Gran Roi, a rural fishing village in Grenada. He was born to a poor working class family. They migrated to his adopted homeland, Trinidad, when he was just one year old. He attended the New Town Boys School where he was selected to sing in the boys. choir of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. This was his initial involvement in music. The harmonics of the Gregorian Chants and the Plainsongs of the church that were embedded in him would later affect the depth and intensity of his compositions. His vocal abilities also reflect his childhood role as the head choirboy who sang baritone and tenor in Latin in the church.
Other influences included listening to American street quartets, pop tunes by Nat King Cole and Frankie Laine, Sarah Vaughn, Billy Eckstein, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald with their jazz contributions, and the early calypsoes of Lord Melody, Lord Kitchener, Lord Christo, Lord Invader (of Rum and Coca Cola fame) and the Mighty Spoiler, to name a few.
At the tender age of 20, Sparrow emerged, as the leading Calypsonian with his record-breaking hit, Jean and Dinah. (Yankees Gone, 1956 covered by Harry Belafonte). Throughout the years he managed to showcase his diversity each year with the release of at least one album dating from the catchy Jean and Dinah. in 1956 to Carnival Boycott (1957, a song responsible for the many changes and improvement for mass men, calypsonians and steelband men). This song was eventually responsible for the formation of the Carnival Development Committee. An organization to assist calypsonians, steelband men and mas men. This committee was fully endorsed by the Founding Father of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Eric Eustace Williams.
In 1958 he became the only calypsonian to have had a triple win, in the same year, in the Road March Competition. The calypsoes were P.A.Y.E. (Pay As You Earn, a song that enabled the citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, to understand the importance of paying taxes). Russian Satellite (a song reflecting on the act of cruelty to animals) and Theresa (a number where, for the first time in his career, he utilized other languages). In an unprecedented move, he was awarded a cash prize by the Carnival Development Committee, for winning the Road March Competition that year.
In 1959 he released Federation, (a song that reflected his disappointment over the breaking up of the proposed Caribbean Federation). In 1960 his career continued to soar with the melodious May May and Leave the damn Doctor, Royal Jail and Ten to one is Murder followed in 1961. In 1962 he presented us with Sparrow Come Back Home and Model Nation. Dan is the Man in the Van came in 1963 and the Village Ram in 1964.
In 1965 we experienced Congo Man. In that same year Sparrow proved himself a balladeer with his remake of Arthur Prysock's original, Only A Fool Breaks His Own Heart accompanied by Byron Lee and the Dragonaires. This rendition won him a Gold Record in Holland. He also recorded Frank Sinatra's My Way and Lucho Gatica's "El Reloj".
In 1966, He won the Road March Competition again with Melda and 1967 he advised the youth on the importance of Education. Mr. Walker was his hit in 1968, he won the Road March Competition again in 1969 with Sa Sa Yea and in 1970 he appealed to the people of this world to Love one Another and Lend A Hand. These songs appealed to the country for unity "Unity somehow if Trinidad ever needed you is now".
In 1971 Good Citizen followed and in 1972 he won the Calypso Monarch and Road March Competitions with Drunk and Disorderly. No Kind of Man at all was released in 1973 and We Pass That Stage (a strong social commentary in 1974. In 1975 he gave us a psychological analysis, showing where the rich is envious of the poor with Neurosis of the Rich. The Mayor of Detroit, Coleman Young, also presented him with the keys to the city.
In 1976 we got the humorous Salt Fish, and in 1977 he lead the Caribbean with a tribute to Hasley Crawford, the Olympic Gold Medallist. In the same year, during FESTAC, in Nigeria, Sparrow received the honorary title of Chief of the Yorubas, (which is Chief Omo Wale of Ikoyi).
In 1978 he paid tribute to Penny Commissiong (the first black Miss Universe) with The First Black Miss Universe, and chided Idi Amin Dada, tyrant in Africa. Kerry Packer (a song about the cricket revolution) followed in 1979 and in 1980 the Shah of Iran (Wanted Dead or Alive ). This number was covered by the popular American group, Manhattan Transfer.
Sparrow continued to climb the ladder of success while becoming the most popular caypsonian of all time. He demonstrated year after year, with his social commentaries that the calypsonian is really the eyes and ears of the people. In 1981 he registered his social/political Commentaries. We Like It So and his first chutney contribution Sexy Marajhin another liguistic inclusion. In 1982 he gave us Human Rights and in 1983 another powerful, State of the Union address Capitalism Gone Mad. He added another Road March title to his record in 1984 with Doh Back Back and in 1985 he demonstrated to the youth in the business that he can step up to another level when necessary with Soca Pressure.
Around this same time, Mayor Ed Koch of New York proclaimed March 18th, The Mighty Sparrow Day. He dealt with another evil of society in 1986 advising the vulnerable that Coke Is Not It. In 1987 he thrilled the world with another classic, the humorous Lying Excuses. He made another appearance in Nigeria, this time as Chief Omo Wale of Ikoyi, during his National Tour of Afirca and upon his return he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree, Doctor of Letters, from the University of the West Indies. Hence, the reason for Dr. Bird his chronicling of the event at the University of the West Indies, (using humor again as he always does She had a headache and this Dr. Bird performed a myomectamy on her) in 1988.
Manjhay, and Dutch Romance (which gave us a touch of French and Dutch languages) in 1989. In 1990 he gave us Let the Music Play and was inducted into the SUNSHINE Awards Calypso and Steelband Music Hall of Fame on June 24th. That same day the Brooklyn Borough President, Howard Golder proclaimed the day The Mighty Sparrow Day. Another strong social commentary, We Could Make It Easy If We Try and Precious a dedication to his daughter followed in 1991.
Sparrow continued to define the true meaning of "The Calypso King of the World. In 1992 with Both of Them, Crown Heights Justice and Man will Survive. All making a big impact in the Caribbean and the United States.
In 1993 he sang Put On Your Dancing Shoes and More the Merrier and in 1994 told the youth on his heels that Age Is Just A Number and Salvation, underscoring his roots as a choirboy in the church. In 1995 he gave us a course in history where once again he kept the linguistic involvement Democracy In Haiti (Liberte) and a keen sense of observation with the social situation at home This Is Madness, ("Why have we cast aside intelligence and abandon common sense with unprecedented violence for which there is no known defense"). Incidentally these gems earned him third place in the Calypso Monarch Competition. He gave us OJ (the juice is loose) and the Royal Divorce in 1996 and an assortment of Soca Ballads in 1997.
This illustrious lyricist/composer/singer/comedian/entertainer is an 11 time Calypso Monarch. This includes winning the King of Kings Competition (where every monarch in the calypso world is invited to compete against the Mighty Sparrow, each time suffering total defeat at his hands) in Trinidad. He also won the Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival Road March Competition eight (8) times, second only to the Lord Kitchener, (his songs were selected and played most often by the bands in this category). Sparrow received many other University citations and awards from Governments and organizations too numerous to mention.
Now in 1998, The Mighty Sparrow, continues to rule the Calypso/Soca world with his voice, lyrics and melodies. He is demonstrating once more that he is the King. His new release, The Supreme Serenader is full of dance, humor and facts. The first track Paramaribo is not only a beautiful rendition of how he was captivated by the girls in Surinam but it also demonstrates the depth of his thoughts and his gratitude for a land of style and grace.
Santo Domingo is a track full of dance and proof positive that the King is truly global with his music. He will be embraced by the Latino communities around the world for this one. Racism is a very powerful social commentary, both lyrically and musically. In this song, Sparrow once again deals with an issue of international concern while at the same time reflecting on those who have been in the forefront of the struggle.
Willie Dead is a humorously and classically executed double entendre, so convincing that you will mourn for Willie. Another powerful and appealing social commentary is Raperman. The King assumes the role of messenger and protector of women and underscores his position with the following tracks, Born To Love, and Don't Give It Up.
The Mighty Sparrow has proved himself as the Quintessential Calypsonian, par excellence, with over seventy (70) albums to his credit. He is richly endowed with many gifts. He possesses an amazing ability not only to put into works and tempo the exploits of society, but to crown it all with showmanship and appeal. His great contribution to the artform and our lives has unraveled the mysteries of Caribbean life, leaving the professionally trained sociologist and economist befuddled.
A combination of talent, hard work and opportunity enabled Sparrow's ascendance to Calypso King of the World. He brought honor, glory and dignity to an indigenous art form that was once scorned upon by the elite of Caribbean society. He is one extraordinary entertainer who utilizes the medium he masters not just to entertain but also to edify, enlighten, and educate.
The King is currently preparing for the new millennium when he will re-enter the World Monarch and Road March Competitions for a cataclysmic encounter with his competitors.
Without doubt, as The Mighty Sparrow, The King of Kings, is the real Supreme Serenader.
Please Tell Me Why
Mighty Sparrow Lyrics
We have lyrics for 'Please Tell Me Why' by these artists:
112/T.I. All imma need is bout one shot It's a leg shot…
Clark Dave Five I don't know why she won't love me Lord, please tell…
Freestyle Free Style *Y (Please Tell Me Why)* (chorus1) My baby~ I…
Jackie Wilson I tried so hard to make you stay Now it doesn't…
jades [Intro]|Yo this one's for all my ladies|That been thru a…
L.I.T. 다신 사랑하게 될줄 몰랐어 정말난 자신없었어 왜 내게 상철…
N.O.R.E. 歌曲名称：Tell Me Why 歌手名称：R&B 坏习惯 把课本翻烂 瞌睡虫快喀掉我的脑袋 不想管三顾茅庐赤壁大战 快…
The Dave Clark Five I don't know why she won't love me Lord, please tell…
We have lyrics for these tracks by Mighty Sparrow:
60 Million Frenchman Hey, you say that you love And you'll give your heart B…
60 Million Frenchmen Hey, you say that you love And you'll give your heart But…
A Death Of Kennedy President Kennedy is in heaven I'm sure May he rest in…
A Mother's Love In this place certain men should hide their face The way…
B G Plantain A woman write a letter to the doc inquiring "Tell me…
B. G. War One more time, that′s more like it Swing it out, boys Well…
B.G. Plantain A woman write a letter to the doc inquiring "Tell me…
Bag Ah' Sugar Even a fortune teller couldn't tell you more about woman…
Benwood Dick Aye, little boy, let me tell you this Don′t be afraid,…
Big Bamboo I asked my woman what must I do, what must…
Bois Bande Oy mama! Papa! Fifty girls belong to me I could handle fift…
Both O Dem I'm in love with Betty-Lou She sister Mary say she love…
Both o'Dem I′m in love with Betty-Lou She sister Mary say she love…
Bunny Grant vs Charnley Boxing in the stadium The night when Dave Charnley come Boxi…
Calypso Boogaloo I went to a dance in New York City Last week…
Calypso Twist Chubby Checker felt so glad When the twist sent New York…
Capitalism gone Mad You got to be a millionaire or some kind of…
Carlton Peeping at Me Murder! Murder! Help save me this girl start to cry A man…
Carnival Oh let them fight if they want I am a non-participant Year…
Castro Eating Banana If you know confusion With me and my little children Talking…
Charlie This morning 'bout half past four They had a big confusion…
Cock Fight Okay, alright Johnny legalise cock fight O'Halloran alright …
Congo Man Tribal sounds, Two white women traveling through Africa (Afr…
Cowboy Melo Have you seen Lord Melody The police are making enquiry plea…
Dan Is The Man Captain! There′s a traitor on board! Examine the horn! Acco…
Dear Sparrow I fell in love in January Got married in February I fell…
Don't Go Joe The Yankees came and went And broke the heart of my…
Dorothy Darling you are the one I love You are my turtle…
Dotish Married Man You pick up a Jagabat running wild You feel like a…
Drunk %26 Disorderly Drunk and Disorderly: Mighty Sparrow Drink and drunk yes t…
Drunk & Disorderly - Medley Drunk and Disorderly: Mighty Sparrow Drink and drunk yes th…
Drunk and Disorderly Drunk and Disorderly: Mighty Sparrow Drink and drunk yes…
Education Is Essential Education, education this is the foundation Our rising popul…
English Diplomacy Sha la la la Sha la la la She's crazy, but she's…
Eve Since in the days of Adam, Eve was making confusion Since in…
Explorer Where did Explorer go? Nobody know Tell me where did Explore…
Federation People want to know why Jamaica run from the Federation Well…
Fool Why do I keep fooling myself When I know you love…
Fowl Thief Melo Lord Melody The biggest fowl thief in this country Lord Melo…
Freezing In NY In Trinidad you go hear the talk Sparrow gone up to…
Gemma On The Ferris Wheel Coney Island in Arima Who tell cyar' Gemma Coney Island in A…
Get Outa Here I am going to bring back Solomon Who don't like it,…
Gloria Don't leave me and go No, darling no Don't leave me and…
Good Citizen When does someone really become a good citizen? I'd like to…
Governor's Ball The governor had a ball, I'd never seen nothing so…
Grampa's Advice Two women in my life One of them got to be…
Gun Slingers Sparrow selling guns nowadays, That's what really pays Sparr…
Hairy Spider About nine o'clock in the evening Me and meh girl on…
Harry in The Piggery Since Harry come from New York They say he like plenty…
Harry, Elaine & Mama Elaine and Harry always in misery She say that Harry eating…
How You Jamming So On my way to juvay, I bumped up this femme As…
I Owe No Apology I am Nelson Mandela, freedom fighter, Liberator of my people…
I'll Be Home For Christmas I′ll be home for Christmas You can count on me Please have…
Jack Palance It's a disgrace and a burning shame but I don't…
Jean & Dinah Mighty Sparrow Jean and Dinah Well the girls in town feeling…
Jean and Dinah Well the girls in town feeling bad No more Yankees in…
Jean Marabunta Jean Marabunta, nobody want her Jean Marabunta, nobody want …
Jemma on the Ferris Wheel Coney Island in Arima Who tell me cyat Jemma Coney Island in…
Jingle Bells Dashing through the snow In a one-horse open sleigh O′er the…
Jook For Jook De reason she man playin' jook for jook Right in me…
Keep The City Clean I hear they have a new campaign: Cleaning Port of Spain I…
Kennedy President Kennedy is in heaven I'm sure May he rest in…
Kennedy and Khruschev I have confidence in Kennedy Khrushchev ain't mean nothing t…
Learn to Cook All you want is to wear all them fancy clothes Looking…
Leggo Meh Stick J′ouvert morning I was beating pan When I bounced up a…
Lion And Donkey Bo Lion and Donkey arguing De two of dem, well who…
Lu Lu Come let we go Lu Lu Is a long time ah…
Lying Excuses Maggie darling, sugar dumpling, doh Get so mad, please let m…
Mad Bomber You might have heard of the tragedy That took place in…
Man Like to Feel I am outlining a simple plan How every woman could tie…
Mango Vert A Yankee man and a woman Was in confusion This Yankee man…
Maria Maria darling I must go, But remember I love you so Unfortun…
Martin Luther King Our champion is dead and gone (Martin Luther King) And there…
May May Making love one day with a girl they call Mae…
Meh No. Is 69 One more time! Say it out loud! I met a lovely lady,…
Melda Obeah Wedding You making yourself a pappy show Melda You making yourself…
Memories Every year somebody dear Give us cause to shed a tear And…
Miss Mary Ma dis here going to be great First I want to…
Monica Dou Dou Monica dou dou No woman in the world sweeter than you Monica…
Mother In this place certain men should hide their face The way…
Mr. Robinson & Lock Joint Port of Spain got sewerage scheme Well it′s now here clean P…
Mr. Walker She ugly yes, but she wearing them exspensive dress The Peo…
Mr. Walker - 1970 Version She ugly, yes But she wearing them expensive dress The peopl…
Nice Senorita Ah have a nice señorita Last night I took her to…
No Ivy pack up she clothes to leave Because John was…
No Bacchanal Oh let them fight if they want I am a non-participant Year…
No Doctor No Ivy pack up she clothes to leave Because John was…
No More Rocking I say Calypso sweeping the place Like if she come out…
Obeah Wedding You making yourself a pappy show Melda You making yourself…
Oh Gosh So beautiful and only 17 For years and years ah making…
Old Man & The Donkey Well an old man, a little boy and a donkey Was…
Only a Fool Why do I keep fooling myself When I know you love…
Only A Fool Aka Only A Fool Breaks His Own Heart Why do I keep fooling myself When I know you love…
Our Model Nation The whole population of our little nation in not a…
Pan Man Listen to the rhythm, listen to the beat Look at all…
Papa Jack Aye Jack, the women quarreling Papa Jack, you ain't hear she…
Parables Long ago, boy, when I was young And anything at all…
Patsy "Patsy, you look so lovely But girl, it is getting late Pats…
Pay As You Earn It's a shame, it's a shame But we have we self…
Phillip My Dear Phillip, my dear, last night I thought was you in…
Popularity Contest Big bacchanal in a well-known family They discussing popular…
Present Government Come on, what is wrong with this island Poor Dr. William Com…
Pussy Laughing At Me Well an old, old man living all alone He invite a…
Queens Canary Once more, gentlemen! Well they pass out the law to the…
Raphaela Down Venezuela Is there ah met with Raphaela, oh yeah Down V…
Renegades Tell them laddie! Renegades, Sparrow coming so move! One mor…
Reply to Melody What is wrong with Lord Melody And his reply to me What…
Robbery With V They want a new King They would do anything They want a…
Rope Time to unite They want to fight Making excuse saying they t…
Rose Rose, girl ah want you bad Girl, ah want yer bad! I'm…
Roy Sweeter Than You (Roy sweeter than you!) (Roy sweeter than you!) (Roy sweeter…
Russian Satellite Murder, murder, everywhere These people must have a care …
Sailor Man Yes, since ah married Dorothy She got meh going crazy Since …
Saltfish Saltfish stew is what I like So doo-doo, give me day…
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town I just came back from a lovely trip along the…
Sell De Pussy Well ah hungry and ah more broken than a louse It…
Sex Education Education! Education! This is meh foundation Our rising popu…
Shake Your Waist Ah gonna get a gallon ah liniment To rub you down…
Shango Man Playing Shango Man up in Pari Land So miserable, mocking Sha…
Short Little Shorts The Governor crazy He change the law for a lady The…
Simpson Simpson! Dey tend to say I ain't have a sense of…
Simpson (The Funeral Agency Man) Simpson! It ain't to say ah ain't got a sense of…
Smart Bajan A Barbadian engineer by the name of Cephas Got to know…
Solomon If I had any doubts, now they gone completely I am…
Sparrow Dead "Something in he bladder..." "And a double dose of leukemia.…
Sparrow vs. Melody Picong Well Melody, come close to me I will tell you plain…
Steering Wheel She tell me "No, I ain't going Carenage Stay right here…
Stella No, no, no, no, no, no, no Stella Darling have some…
Stupid Married Man Well you pick up a Jagabat running wild You feel like…
Sweeter Than You I should really treat you like a queen Nobody at all…
Ten To One Is Murder Well, they playing bad They have me feeling sad Well, they p…
Teresa You're worse than a dog Theresa, girl you break my…
The Old Man And The Donkey Well an old man, a little boy and a donkey Was…
The Outcast Society in Trinidad for a steel band man Was just as…
The Queen's Canary Once more, gentlemen! Well they pass out the law to the…
The Rebel They treat me like a savage On me they took advantage When…
The Slave I'm a slave from a land so far I was caught And…
The Village Ram Is me the village ram I ain't give a damn Is me…
Toronto Mas' Every year Toronto putting on a big show Carnival they call…
Tour Of Jamaica I had such a lovely stay In Kingston Town in the…
Trinidad Carnival Well the biggest bacchanal is Trinidad Carnival I say the bi…
Try A Little Tenderness Oh she may be weary Them young girls they do get…
Try Again In the beginning if you do not succeed Don′t feel your…
Village Ram It's me, the Village Ram, I care of dem! It's me,…
Wanted Dead Or Alive The rule of the tyrants decline The year, 1979 From…
We Could Make It Easy If We Try Respect one another Learn to live in peace together Demonstr…
We Like It So (We like it so. We free!) Neighbour, look, if I was…
We Pass That Stage We show disrespect and then we object When people reject us…
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Juan Carlos Reina Leal
PLEASE TELL ME WHY
By Mighty Sparrow
This is me, the Birdie!
Why, oh why, oh why, girl? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Ever since you take your things and leave me
All I could do is grieve and grieve
I never believe that you will deceive me
And that is why I'm so bereaved.
I feel so bad to hear people saying
You have me like a mook underneath your spell
Making me feel like if I'm in heaven
But all the time you really giving me hell.
But you'll always be my pet 'cause I cannot forget
Your gentle, sweet embrace, nobody else could take your place
I believe you even when you lie and I know I getting mamaguy
Is only you, and you alone, could say why. Please tell me why?
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Just because of how you used to be shy, girl
When you were hurt, I feel I could cry
But now you leaving me high and dry, girl
You going without even saying, "Goodbye."
You are my one and only desire
Your behaviour now have me on my knees
With you, my soul was always on fire
Without you, I'm really feeling the squeeze
Deep down within my heart, I know we should never part
There's nothing that I wouldn't do, specially if you want me to
When I start, you know that I wouldn't stop 'til you satisfy
Any excuse you come with is lie, so don't even try.
Why, oh why, oh why, girl? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
A bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
If there really is a Paradise
That's when I'm cuddled in your arms
It took a little while for me to realise
The power and the magic of your charms.
Why, oh why, oh why, girl? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
The thing for me to rub with, I end up drinking
Because my heart couldn't take no more
I'm so bewildered, I wasn't thinking
You have the thing to cure me, I'm sure
I'm on my own, alone and I'm stumbling
Like a drunken man who ready to fall
The thought of losing you have me fumbling
I just can't take tabanca at all
The way you does walk and wine is permanently on my mind
Pretending I don't give a heck has made me a nervous wreck
You never know how hard I try not to believe you have another guy
Everything they tell me, I say is contrived. Please tell me why?
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
I hear you tell your friends and them you using me
And you go keep me out of the comfort zone
You taking my money but you abusing me
You don't know what the heck I doing in your home
But is me paying the rent when the month done
Plus food and all the utilities
Me again for cable and then your cellphone
Tell them who bought you that SUV
Paid off your credit card and all the other bills you had
It wasn't easy but I tried to restore your credit with pride
That pie in the sky is expensive, I can't deny
I'll always be here for you, I don't know why. Please tell me why?
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
If there really is a Paradise
That's when I'm cuddled in your arms
It took a little while for me to realise
The power and the magic of your charms.
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Source: The lyrics posted on this blog are often transcribed directly from performances. Although it is my intention to faithfully transcribe I do not get all the words and I have a knack for hearing the wrong thing. Please feel free to correct me or to fill in the words that I miss by dropping me a message via e-mail. I'd be forever grateful. Thanks in advance!
Dev Bern
Sparrow is one of the very few artists who have song on almost all imagiable topics with distinction. This may be classified as a love/tabanka song. Very few if any would be able to surpas this composition while considering the cultural contest of T&T and the Caribbean. Hope we could continue enjoying his presence for years to come.
Juan Carlos Reina Leal
PLEASE TELL ME WHY
By Mighty Sparrow
This is me, the Birdie!
Why, oh why, oh why, girl? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Ever since you take your things and leave me
All I could do is grieve and grieve
I never believe that you will deceive me
And that is why I'm so bereaved.
I feel so bad to hear people saying
You have me like a mook underneath your spell
Making me feel like if I'm in heaven
But all the time you really giving me hell.
But you'll always be my pet 'cause I cannot forget
Your gentle, sweet embrace, nobody else could take your place
I believe you even when you lie and I know I getting mamaguy
Is only you, and you alone, could say why. Please tell me why?
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Just because of how you used to be shy, girl
When you were hurt, I feel I could cry
But now you leaving me high and dry, girl
You going without even saying, "Goodbye."
You are my one and only desire
Your behaviour now have me on my knees
With you, my soul was always on fire
Without you, I'm really feeling the squeeze
Deep down within my heart, I know we should never part
There's nothing that I wouldn't do, specially if you want me to
When I start, you know that I wouldn't stop 'til you satisfy
Any excuse you come with is lie, so don't even try.
Why, oh why, oh why, girl? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
A bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
If there really is a Paradise
That's when I'm cuddled in your arms
It took a little while for me to realise
The power and the magic of your charms.
Why, oh why, oh why, girl? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
The thing for me to rub with, I end up drinking
Because my heart couldn't take no more
I'm so bewildered, I wasn't thinking
You have the thing to cure me, I'm sure
I'm on my own, alone and I'm stumbling
Like a drunken man who ready to fall
The thought of losing you have me fumbling
I just can't take tabanca at all
The way you does walk and wine is permanently on my mind
Pretending I don't give a heck has made me a nervous wreck
You never know how hard I try not to believe you have another guy
Everything they tell me, I say is contrived. Please tell me why?
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
I hear you tell your friends and them you using me
And you go keep me out of the comfort zone
You taking my money but you abusing me
You don't know what the heck I doing in your home
But is me paying the rent when the month done
Plus food and all the utilities
Me again for cable and then your cellphone
Tell them who bought you that SUV
Paid off your credit card and all the other bills you had
It wasn't easy but I tried to restore your credit with pride
That pie in the sky is expensive, I can't deny
I'll always be here for you, I don't know why. Please tell me why?
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
If there really is a Paradise
That's when I'm cuddled in your arms
It took a little while for me to realise
The power and the magic of your charms.
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Why, oh why, oh why? [Please tell me why?]
A big man ent supposed to cry [Please tell me why?]
But a bad woman I could classify [Please tell me why?]
And a malcontent never satisfy. [Please tell me why?]
Source: The lyrics posted on this blog are often transcribed directly from performances. Although it is my intention to faithfully transcribe I do not get all the words and I have a knack for hearing the wrong thing. Please feel free to correct me or to fill in the words that I miss by dropping me a message via e-mail. I'd be forever grateful. Thanks in advance!
Sue Harr
Just heard this for the first time in 2018!!! ❤️❤️
Nathaniel Theodore
Been lookin for dis song fuh centuries, heard it on a boat ride...on of ma favourites..Which u a speedy recovery Sparrow, God's knows best..!
Roachel Hernandez
I love this song. This was a great song with my stinking Ex and I. 🤬
Gouranga
Never heard this one before and it will become my favo
Knight TDM
real good thumbs up
Sharon Modest
I love this song✊✊😁😁😁😁❤❤❤❤❤❤
PAN-O-JAMA Entertainment
This is the Calypso King Of The World- The Mighty Sparrow!!!!
Wayne Allen
Listen to words of this song Sparrow you are the real king of calypso