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De Bear has been crowned Calypso Monarch at the Montserrat Calypso Finals 2025, securing the title with a commanding total of 889 points.<\/p>

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The competition, one of the highlights of Montserrat\u2019s annual cultural calendar, brought together ten finalists who delivered performances blending social commentary, wit and musical craftsmanship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kenzie finished as first runner-up with 840 points, while Sylk claimed second runner-up honours after scoring 806 points. Maggie D placed fourth with 799 points, narrowly missing out on the top three.<\/p>

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Yogi Laser and Bimshaw followed in fifth and sixth places, earning 742 and 740 points respectively. Boxer placed seventh with 714 points, while Dardo secured eighth place on 694 points.<\/p>

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Blessings finished ninth with 693 points, just one point behind Dardo, and Black Pearl rounded out the field in tenth place with a total of 677 points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Calypso Finals continue to be a central feature of Montserrat\u2019s cultural celebrations, showcasing the island\u2019s musical heritage and the role of calypso as a platform for storytelling, satire and social reflection.<\/p>

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Organisers described the standard of competition as high, with close scoring across the field highlighting the depth of talent within Montserrat\u2019s calypso fraternity.<\/p>\n

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