In this blog post, we explore the complex emotion of Tabanca, which has a significant place in the culture and folklore of Grenada, Guyana, and Trinidad. Tabanca is a feeling of unrequited love and heartbreak that can consume a person's entire being, leaving them feeling lost and broken. Despite the lack of a clear etymology for the word, it has endured through generations and has become a rich source of inspiration for artists and writers in the Caribbean. Join us as we dive deeper into the origins and cultural significance of Tabanca, and examine its portrayal in Caribbean literature and music.

This episode is also available as a blog post: https://triniinxisle.com/2019/03/10/trini-tabanca/

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