Jamaica

Population: 2.6 million. 34 % under 15
Population Density: 612 per square mile
Industry: Sugar refining, bauxite mining, tourism
Crops:
Minerals: Nickel, bauxite, gold, silver
Arable land: 23%

Per capita Gross Domestic Product: $3,050
Life Expectancy: Male 73, Female 77
Number of people per radio: 2.5
Number of people per television: 5.2
Number of people per telephone: 9.5

Jamaica is a mountainous island to the south of Cuba. Its culture includes the practice of mysterious spiritial cults and interesting music is associated with these practices.

The social music of Jamaica is upbeat and rhythmic like that of other Caribbean Islands. Jamaica is also the birthplace of reggae and the famous reggae singer Bob Marley.