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The Caribbean region has a very strong heritage in sports at the local, regional and international level-teams/individuals have figured out themselves in several sports over the years at amateur and professional level. To add to that, Trinidad, Cuba and Jamaica, the major sports are track and field. In Trinidad and Tobago, Keshorn Walcott won javelin gold in London 2012 Olympics at the age of only nineteen (19). Also, there is football in Trinidad and Jamaica. The following countries, Trinidad, Barbados, Jamaica and Guyana have another sport called Cricket. However, there are new ones such as swimming in Trinidad, Jamaica and Curacao. In the region it has become a major economic activity which generated income for many individuals. Therefore, the physical well-being of people is enhanced. Physical, emotionally, psychological fitness however, lead to awareness in a healthy lifestyle. It is essential that we have a healthy body and mind. Improved health means reduction in health costs to countries/region as well as, a healthier labour force which is greater production. Furthermore, at the tertiary level through scholarships offered both locally to UWI as well as North America Avenue for upward social mobility: world fame, status and income. The Caribbean Identity is promoted as well as, pride, morale and esteem thus empowering the people. Regional integration is promoted through regional competitions that is CARIFTA game, regional football etc. As different nationals come to learn and appreciate the way of life of others in the region it breaks down prejudice.

Sports contributed to the marketing of the region as a tourist destination. When the international competitions are hosted such as test matches, world netball championship, world junior games and when we our teams visit other regions, the media coverage includes culture of the region etc. Additionally, at the major sporting events which are as follows that is the World Netball Championship, Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, Pan-American Games, World Cup Football, Special Olympics where our presence is enhanced on the world scene. When hosting international events such as World Netball Championship, World Junior Games, World Cup Cricket-Test Matches, World Cup Football, CONCACAF. The players’ income earned are spent in the country. Moreover, sport tourism is promoted, regional and international visitors earn foreign exchange. The taxes that came from the individuals are earned by governments, consumption taxes, and corporate taxes of those who earn from supporting activities. However, colonialism is resisted through sports and nationalism is reinforced. The other areas of society such as politics and culture are connected to sports.

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In the Caribbean region, each island has a unique cultural identity shaped by the European colonialists, the African heritage of slaves and the enduring legacies of the native Indian tribes. The Caribbean lifestyle is undoubtedly a product of its tropical setting. The physical landscape and climate some way shaped the music, architecture, attitudes, and customs. Caribbean countries have pervasive influences by major ethnic groups of the region such as the Africans and the East Indians. In addition, the Caribbean country, Barbados, was a former British colony which had enough British traditions to be called “Little England.” On the other hand, Antigua had a more laid-back attitude, still observes all British columns. Jamaica, however, relies heavily on pre-colonial heritage and is passionately self-sufficient. It also boasts a successful democracy and maintains a peaceful existence in the Caribbean. Its residents run from the gamut from staid English aristocrats to vibrant Rastafarians. Another Caribbean island Aruba was once a Dutch possession and the U.S. Virgin Islands, purchased from the Dutch in 1917. Therefore, the capital of Santo Domingo which has two million people with its past riddled with political turmoil and the Dominican Republic is underdeveloped. By way of comparison Puerto Rico is the most modern island in the Caribbean. Though Spanish and American influences are apparent throughout this island whereby Guadeloupe remains a French possession. It is a fact that a language called ‘Creole’ are nearly a hundred years old. During the first slavery era in the Caribbean they came about. Creole is a “patois” language. Caribbean culture has grown and taken shape because of the people whose voices have been heard throughout the generations passed on.

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There are nine (9) unique Caribbean music styles in the world that you must hear. However, it is more unique and diverse than any other music genre in the world. The people of the Caribbean partially create this diversity from their roots which therefore came from Spain, Netherlands, Africa and India. As you can see it is a mix-up of the background of the different cultures in the Caribbean that they create from it. There are some Caribbean singers that made it big internationally like Bob Marley and a few others. The nine (9) unique Caribbean music styles are Reggae, Ska/Roots, Dancehall, Lovers Rock, Chutney, Soca, Hindi, Calypso and Steel Pan.

Caribbean music represents the island life which creates a beautiful sound to one’s ears. It creates a happy positive state of consciousness to all the listeners. Also, if you listen hard enough it can help you understand the struggles of living in the Caribbean and at times there is a political part to the music.

In Jamaica, Reggae music became very popular by Toots and Maytals song reggay that named the popular music genre. It is a mixture of Jazz, blues and Jamaican Patois language. However, Reggae has several forms such as love music, street life music, dance music and political music. Bob Marley and the wailers made Reggae most popular in the 1970’s and 80’s.

The origins of all reggae music are Ska which started in Jamaica in the 1950’s. It is a cool beat of jazz and blues mixed with Jamaican culture and vibe.

Dancehall music is made for rave like dance clubs. This type of music is more hardcore than regular smooth reggae music. In this day and age, it is very popular and has been adopted by well-known music artists like Drake and Chris Brown. Dancehall music is wild, and it is also aggressive music. Most of the popular dancehall artistes now are Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Alkaline, Vybz Kartel, and Popcaan.

Soca music is originally from Trinidad and Tobago which has been all over the Caribbean. It is always a hyped-up kind of vibe and is played at all of the Carnivals as well as, in aerobics classes and zumba classes all over the world. Most of the popular soca artists are Machel Montano, Bunji Garlin, Kes The Band and Destra Garcia.

Chutney is another music genre which is coming from both Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana. It is Indian music with a Caribbean twist. Most chutney music is sung in a south Indian dialect with a lot of Caribbean slang added to it. Indian people from all over the world including the Caribbean and Fijian people enjoy this type of music which is made for dancing. It is a norm to hear Chutney music at weddings, birthdays, and celebrations. Today some of the popular Chutney artists are Ravi B, Ricki Jai and Drupatti.

Hindi music which is also bollywood music is played in West Indian homes all over in the Caribbean. This is played by people who are of Indian descent although it is not Caribbean music.

Calypso was originated in Trinidad in the early 1900’s. However, it is usually mixed with the steelpan and, you can often hear this music on a beach, on a cruise ship or at a carnival.

The Steel Pan is an instrument played by people called panners and it was originated in Trinidad and is a steel drum with indents in it for different musical chords. Multiple people are usually playing separate steel pans and the medley is a musical genius. Calypso singers also sing along to the steel pan.

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Subsequently, the Caribbean consists of the Greater Antilles and the Lesser Antilles. However, from January 3rd, 1958 to May 31, 1962, the West Indies comprised of ten (10) English speaking Caribbean regions which were then United Kingdom dependencies. Therefore, the cricket team of the West Indies continues to represent many of those nations. It is marked by diversity from mainland territories to island and archipelagos. The Caribbean has been referred to as a ‘melting pot’. The ‘melting pot’ is where cultures are coming together, ethnic diversity and colonial lineage. By extension it refers to the combination of variety of cultures, the people and experiences in the Caribbean territory which methodically unites us under one sole that is, the Caribbean Identity. There is an English system of education and of course politics. In Caribbean Civilization we learnt that the Caribbean was inhabited by the Europeans that is the French, British, Dutch, Spanish etc. Some Caribbean countries speak these languages.

The term ‘Caribbean Identity’ is defined as the cultures, beliefs, qualities and religions of the geographical region of the Caribbean. Also, it is known to be very diverse in various ways. However, we are still viewed as a collective because societies in the Caribbean are multi-racial, multi-cultural and multi-lingual. Caribbean Identity is more than culture and religion and ethnicity which also includes education, history, language, music, festivals, food gender and sexual orientation and politics. Throughout history the concept is documented from our endeavours in the colonial era, our music etc. The Caribbean territory has numerous religions from the different cultures such as Christianism, Hinduism, Revivalism and Rastafarianism. As we all know it is a geographical location which fosters tourism and it is a tourism destination.

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                                                                             "ALL AH WE IS ONE"

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                                                                             "ALL AH WE IS ONE"

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I agree with “ALL AH WE IS ONE” yes because when people from different Caribbean countries who live abroad meet each other, there’s a sense of belonging hence all of them are from the Caribbean. They all have that one thing when they meet each other in public where they shake hands, a hug, a kiss on the cheek and have a conversation. In Trinidad however, it’s a norm to do those things. And all Caribbean countries went through colonialism so they all faced the same measures so the people in each island will have like the same mentality and outlook on life and certain things.

In terms of music whether it’s soca, reggae or dancehall, it is seen as like Caribbean music and even though you’re not from a specific country, but you are still proud of it and you embrace it.

Additionally, for sports we don’t see ourselves as Trinidad, Jamaica, Barbados like that but we can see ourselves as the Caribbean so no matter who wins everyone is happy.

Furthermore, another topic that is, art where Anya Ayoung Chee went into fashion and is a fashion designer which was also supported by the whole Caribbean.

Therefore, ‘we don’t see ourselves as like individual islands but as the Caribbean as a whole.’

As seen in the video below, it does not matter what background we came from, we are one. Hence “ALL AH WE IS ONE”.

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Olatunji x Destra - We Are One (Official Music Video)