Lennox "Boogsie" Sharpe, born in 1953 in Trinidad and Tobago, is a legendary steelpan virtuoso, composer, and arranger, widely regarded as one of the greatest pioneers of the instrument. Known for his extraordinary skill and creativity, Boogsie began playing the steelpan as a child prodigy and quickly became a leading figure in the world of pan music. As the founder and leader of the renowned steel band Phase II Pan Groove, he revolutionized the art form by composing complex, innovative pieces that blended calypso, jazz, and classical music. His work has earned him numerous Panorama championships and recognition as one of the most influential pan arrangers of all time. Boogsie's contributions have elevated the status of the steelpan on the global stage, making him a cultural icon and an ambassador for Trinidad and Tobago's national instrument.