Clarks in Jamaica chronicles the extraordinary story of Clarks shoes’ rise to fame in Jamaica. Journey back a century, tracing their origins from a quaint Somerset village to the heart of the West Indies.

Discover how these shoes became the iconic footwear for rudeboys and Rastas in the 1960s, permeating reggae and dancehall culture.

This book showcases a blend of contemporary and historical photographs, alongside exclusive interviews and previously unseen treasures from the Clarks archives.

The narrative highlights the Jamaican singers, producers, and musicians who have proudly sported and celebrated Clarks shoes in their lyrics over the decades, including luminaries like Little John, Vybz Kartel, Popcaan, Jah Thomas, Henry “Junjo” Lawes, Trinity, and countless others.

As Jamaican producer Bunny “Striker” Lee proclaims: “From ever since, Clarks is a number one shoe inna Jamaica… Clarks stand the test of time inna Jamaica. All other shoes come and bow down at Clarks’ Foot.”