Delighting the people of Aruba, the most popular song of the season crowned Lord Lally as Soca Monarch 2026.
“The Lizard Kacking,” composed by Soilo Sanchez, arranged by Emil Krozendijk, and performed by Lord Lally with Hot Ones Band, created a sensation from its very first presentation.
The Top 5 was completed by:
Mitch with Tsunami, with the song “Kurukuchu,” in 5th place;
Galloway with Tsunami, with the song “Turnaround,” in 4th place;
Mighty Tattoo with Zeta Band and the song “Right or Wrong,” in 3rd place;
and Diamond Chip with Groove Masters, singing “Born in Soca,” in 2nd place.
In the photo, you can see a large crowd enjoying Lord Lally’s performance, courtesy of Awe24.
Lord Lally stole people’s heart with his catchy songs, becoming an overnight sensation and meme. Many were left disappointed when Lord Lally did not go over to the finals round of the competition, and rallied for his return. Stichting Musica (Music Foundation) set up a voting poll to bring back any of one of the participants who did not pass through, and to no one surprise, Lord Lally won with almost all of the vote!
This shows the true spirit of Carnaval: the community coming together and celebrating each other!
