Singer, songwriter and teacher Selwyna Charles from Soufriere has died. Her loss has left both her community and the creative world in mourning. Known simply as Selwyna during her music career, she was a remarkable and humble presence in Soufriere. Along with raising her own children, she guided many others, sharing not only her love of music but also important life lessons with everyone she met.
As a vocalist, she captured the audience’s attention wherever she performed, from local resorts to national events.
Selwyna performed with several bands, such as Rebirth 7, Matrix, and Family Affairs, but she made her biggest impact with the group Future Lights. Their signature songs include “Juke and Go Down” and “Soca Bouyon”.
Before starting her music career, she was also very active in sports.
On Thursday, former Soca Monarch Mantius Cazabon paid tribute to Selwyna on social media, calling her “a legend”.
Arthur Allain, another well-known musician from Soufriere, wrote: “She was such an inspiration. The melodic soundtrack to our upbringing. Her legacy will live on. Sing on with the angels, sulphur Queen.”
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