Biography
MarQ Johnson is a Jamaican recording artiste, producer, songwriter, pianist, speaker, talk show host, property professional, project manager and entrepreneur. He has an undying passion to inspire the next generation to discover God, discover self and discover purpose. His music, message, merchandise and mingles are therefore intended primarily for the youth of all nations. MarQ loves connecting with people so check out his website at MarQJohnson.com, subscribe to his YouTube channel and follow him @MarQJohnsonTV on social media.
Brands
In 2021, MarQ launched his own live online shows, “CrossTalk”, a talk show exploring controversial youth-related issues and, “dTune Live”, a music show about his new and upcoming projects, throwbacks from his existing music catalogue and live performances. In the first quarter of 2023, he launched his lifestyle brand, "Imago Dei Life", which includes apparel, accessories and souvenirs for which online shopping and global shipping is available from the "Store" tab on his website.
Charity
Just 4 months after MarQ and Nicole got married in 2006, they founded their non-profit company, Fruitful Trees (FT). Over the years, they have planned and executed fun days, sports days, conferences, concerts, mentoring programs, sponsorship for students and school tours. At the turn of 2018, FT partners with MarQ's flagship movement also called, “Imago Dei Life”, aimed at promoting a lifestyle of identity awareness and actualisation. This movement is most commonly known for MarQ's single titled, “Imago Dei”, his school tours, “Imago Dei Tour”, and his merchandise available in his “IDL Store” online.
Influences
Artistes: Tyrone “Papa San” Thompson, Bob Marley, Damion “Junior Gong” Marley;
Authors: John C Maxwell, Myles Munroe, John Bevere, Joshua Selman, Kenneth Hagin
Awards
2018: Nominee for Breakout Sensation of the Year, Sterling Gospel Music Awards, Kingston, Jamaica
2017: Voter’s choice winner, Island Fuse Entertainment (IFE) Top 10 Charts, London, England (First Gospel artiste to land on the IFE Top 10 Charts
2016: Best New Artiste (International) 2016, Love Gospel Station, New York, USA
Vision
To inspire the next generation to become the best version of themselves.
Mission
To engage youths daily through music, message, mingles and merchandise.
Message
We are created by God, like God, for God.
Values
Love God, people and self; Lead by serving; Live towards eternity.