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Used by Haitian-Americans to speak to other Haitians who understand or speak both languages or parts of both languages, mainly in the United States. and certain parts of Canada
It's actually speaking Creole and English at the same time by alternating from one language to another every 1 or 2 words.
Any Haitians who live in in the US for more than 5 years - speak Crenglish to one another every time they meet or speak over the phone, even when they chat online and text messages.

Yo René! Sak pass menm nan? 'M te call ou last night, menm te wè 'w pat answer, so ' M te di ma call ou back ankò later.
Crenglish by Negre Marron Records October 8, 2018

czenglish 

A mix of Czech and English, usually including English roots with Czech conjugation and declination.
He speaks Czenglish with his Czech grandmother, because his Czech vocabulary is limited.
czenglish by psnack October 6, 2013

Canglish 

The way a Canadian pronounces or spells English words compared to the way an American would typically pronounce or spell the same English word. Also can refer to sayings or words only known to other Canadians.
Different descriptions for same item - Canglish vs. American:
Elastic = rubber band
Washroom = restroom
Bank Machine = ATM (Automatic Teller Machine)

Different spelling same word -
Canglish vs. American:
Colour = color
Honour = honor
Harbour = harbor
Humour = humor
Cheque = bank check

Unique words:
Touque (pronounced too-k) = knit hat/cap.
Snarky = being bitchy towards someone with a hint of sarcasim and humor.
Donair = gyro
Chicken balls = Chinese sweet and sour chicken.
The letter "Z" pronounced Zed = Zee.
"Double-Double" = coffee with 2 cream and 2 sugar.

chenglish 

innaccurate or faulty translation from Putonghua or Chinese into English, frequently humorous
Chenglish translation: keeping a firm gripe on the breaklever
English translation: keep a firm grip on the brake lever
chenglish by michael loaring December 13, 2007

Crenglish Hip hop 

Crenglish Hip hop is a the Haitian Creole-English style of hip hop music originating from Crenglish speaking communities such as in the U.S. and certain parts of Canada, which are sung by artists of Haitian origin while the artist rap-sing over hardcore beats in Haitian Creole and English.

Often used synonymously with "Creole Hip hop" "Haitian Hip Hop" or rap kreyòl music originating from Haiti.

Typical instruments are: Drum machine, Microphone, Backing track, DAW, Sampler, Loops, live Drums, Claps, Electric Guitar, Bass guitar, Piano/Keyboard/Keytar, KeyBass, Hooks/ Lyrical melodies and Harmonies, Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, and Chorus and Chanted Vocals.

Key stylistic elements: MCing/rap-singing, Freestyling, DJing/scratching with turntables, .

NOT to be Confused with. Diaspo-Rap which is a form of French-Creole Hip hop music developed and performed by young Haitians living in the french diaspora in countries such as France and Canada and deals with issues affecting their lives such as rough childhoods and difficult living conditions, socio-economy, relationships, immigrations, and poverty.

Just like Hip hop , most Crenglish Hip hop artists often focus on lifestyles,

social pressure/ Social inequality /social disparities. and the violent lifestyles and impoverished conditions of inner-city Haitian-American youths.

A notable label of this kind of Vodoun-Pop is Negre Marron Records which was founded in New York City 2018 by René Guemps.
Yo Johnny ! who knew that one day Crenglish Hip Hop would became this popular among young Haitian-American youths?

Crenglish R&B 

Krenglish R&B, is a the Haitian Creole-English style of Rhythm and Blues "R&B" music originating from Crenglish speaking communities such as in the U.S. and certain parts of Canada, which are sung and perform by Crenglish Speaking Artist over live Instrumentals, and or backing tracks in Haitian Creole and English

Typical instruments are:

Modern synthesizer, Drum machine, Microphone, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Backing track, DAW, Sampler, Loops, Drums kits, Electric Guitar, Bass guitar, Talk box, Vocoder, Piano/Keyboard/Keytar, KeyBass, Hooks/ Lyrical melodies and Harmonies, Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals, Ostinatos, Melismata, and Rap-singing.

Just like Contemporary R&b music , most Crenglish R&B artists often focus on melodies and catchy hooks, and chorus that contrasts melodically, rhythmically and harmonically with the verse.

And the lyrics of Crenglish R&B songs typically focus on simple themes – often love and romantic relationships

A notable label of this kind of Crenglish R&B is Negre Marron Records which was founded in New York City 2018 by René Guemps.
MiAlda did a great Crenglish R&B cover of Jealous - by Labrinth and each verse is a direct translations of each other. Another cool thing she did is replaced the Bridge with Sax Solo.
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