00:00Singing on a whole was just, I felt a connection with singing. I started singing folk. I was
00:07the folk music festival champion for like two years. And then, you know, my parents
00:11said, how about we try calypso? Because, as I said, I love to sing. So, my father especially
00:16said, let her try calypso. And the first year I sang calypso, I came fourth, actually. Then
00:22the year after, I came third. Then I came third again. I came second. And now, in Tobago,
00:27I'm first.
00:28Ms Davidson told TV6 News her parents, who are both fire officers, guided her to where
00:34she is today. She said she was shocked at the results, having competed against 10 other
00:41strong contenders.
00:42At this point, I'm just seeing myself growing in my art form. And I think this, coming first
00:48in this competition, has given me a boost of motivation, as well as self-confidence.
00:53What a situation facing the youths today. Many times you don't know who to blame when
01:01you see them going astray. So, we need to stop and take a look, see who is responsible,
01:10as we face the negative forces and social struggles.
01:16Placing second was defending champion Nakita Thompson of Scarborough Secondary, with her
01:23song, Crying Nation. And third, Kaya Arnold, also of Scarborough Secondary, with her song,
01:30Find A Way.
01:31When will we find a solution? And will we ever find a way to stop all the crimes and
01:41murders that are happening every day? Our one nation is shedding tears. Voices of blood
01:48are seeking justice. And this home of this blessed nation, indeed, are crying out for
01:55peace.
01:56All about tearing TNT, we're experiencing serious crime. The murder rate has skyrocketed.
02:10And these youths, we're losing most times. To let the nation really bear some fruits,
02:23we have to do something to save we youths. Let them understand that crime does not pay.
02:33Elizabeth Williams, TV6 News.
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