Chalk Dust

One of calypso's true intellectuals, Chalkdust (born: Hollis Urban Lester Liverpool) is known for his hard-hitting, politically tinged lyrics. The record holder for most years as a National Calypso Monarch finalist, he won the prestigious competition in 1976, 1977, and 1981. Chalkdust began writing songs as a student at St. Mary's College in 1954, composing songs for the school football team's intercollegiate matches. He returned to teach at the school after graduating from the University of the West Indies, with a bachelor's degree in history and sociology, in 1973. When word...