Kaiso, Kaiso—yes, Kaiso! Pae3ot steps forward with Mother Music, a heartfelt reminder of what calypso once was—and what it still should be. Mother Music speaks plainly about the state of the artform: the slipping standards, the rising production costs, and the painful reality that too many strong songs and singers are overlooked.
One of the central issues he raises is a familiar cry from calypsonians every year: a system that rewards names over merit, where judges bypass powerful compositions and where radio silence borders on the unconscionable. This leaves artists carrying the full financial burden of production with nothing in return. Yet through all of this, Pae3ot’s love for our Mother Music shines. He reminds us that calypso is the root—the genre that birthed so many Caribbean styles and influenced music across the world. His message is one of love, respect, and restoration: a call to honor calypso’s roots and protect its integrity.
Politics—especially the use of politricks—further undermines that integrity. Similar to the electoral cycle, calypsonians often face pressure to focus solely on social and political issues, neglecting the calypso styles that made artists such as Stalin, Shadow, Kitch, Sparrow, and Singing Sandra so beloved.
So remember, we are here to uplift our Mother Music, and we depend on you to help spread the word. Share this post, share the song, and support Pae3ot and other calypsonians—while helping Kaiso Dial continue to grow.
Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Mother Music
Artist/Performed by: Pae3ot
Written by: Dave Maikoo AKA Pae3ot
Produced, Mixed and Mastered by GQ MaxZmum (Gideon Quashie).
Background Vocals by: Trisha Hamilton
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: Calypso 🎶
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