As he started his journey to set the Guinness World Record as the longest marathon playing steel pan player, 27-year-old Joshua Regrello gave thanks to God, saying "prayers and pampers" were all he needs to complete this journey.
Upbeat and energetic, Regrello told Guardian Media he needs public support to complete his journey.
Father Jayson Grell from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church prayed briefly with Regrello before he started at dawn.
Representatives from the T&T Police Service, Fire Service and timekeepers from the T&T Football Federation monitored him as he began the marathon.
His first song was Josh Groban's "You Raise Me Up".
Regrello began his epic journey at exactly 6:28 am and is seeking to break the 30-hour world record. He is entitled to a five-minute break for every continuous hour he plays.
He told Guardian Media that he wants his marathon to be an inspiration to youths, and to show the world that it is possible to make a successful career out of music.
Regrello has been touring for the past year, and has visited China twice, as well as Guyana, Barbados and the United States several times in one year. He also has a huge following on Tik Tok.
Several corporate bodies have come out in support of his epic venture.
Regrello also wants the public to come out and support him as he plays at the Wack Radio studios at Coffee Street, which overlook the southern city of San Fernando.
