Jackie Opel remembered for shaping Barbadian identity

August 28, 2026

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Jackie Opel remembered for shaping Barbadian identity

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Legendary Barbadian singer Jackie Opel has been credited with helping to shape the Barbadian identity.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office with responsibility for Pan-African Affairs and Heritage, Trevor Prescod, says Opel was not only the inventor of spouge music, but also played a revolutionary role in changing the spirit of Barbadians.

He says Opel’s legacy continues to inspire musicians and Barbadians in general.

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