Jamaica’s vibrant cultural landscape has produced influential voices across disciplines, from writers and philosophers to artists and leaders who shape public life. Their work spans literature, music, visual arts, scholarship, and civic engagement, reflecting a heritage rooted in resilience, creativity, and global exchange. These figures have inspired communities at home and across the diaspora, with contributions recognized for their depth, originality, and impact. Together, their stories illuminate Jamaica’s history, identity, and continuing role on the world stage.
View all Quotes from Jamaican authorsAuthor | Profession | Quotes | Year | |
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Bob Marley | Musician | 35 | 1945 - 1981 |
Claude McKay | Writer | 4 | 1889 - 1948 | |
Desmond Dekker | Musician | 9 | 1941 - 2006 | |
Donovan Bailey | Athlete | 5 | 1967 | |
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Marcus Garvey | Publisher | 24 | 1887 - 1940 |
Maurice Ashley | Celebrity | 7 | 1966 | |
Patrick Ewing | Athlete | 1 | 1962 | |
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Peter Tosh | Musician | 8 | 1944 - 1987 |
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Sean Paul | Musician | 8 | 1973 |
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Usain Bolt | Athlete | 9 | 1986 |
Ziggy Marley | Musician | 36 | 1968 | |