King Young Destroyer has retained his crown as the Independence Calypso Monarch, securing back-to-back victories in this year’s competition.

Delivering a powerful performance of his song _“A Republic Nation,”_ the veteran calypsonian reaffirmed his dominance in the art form with commanding stage presence and lyrical skill.

De Sniper claimed the first runner-up position with _“How Can I Celebrate,”_ while Queen Gee Bee took second runner-up honors for her spirited rendition of _“Stand on Your Own Two Feet.”_