Krsto Juras

(Šibenik, 21 July 1945 – Zagreb, 7 February 2026)
Croatian naval engineer, poet, and prolific lyricist whose work shaped Dalmatian and Croatian popular music. He studied naval architecture in Zagreb, earning his doctorate in ship acoustics and later leading special shipbuilding projects, including contributions to the Navy. Parallel to his technical career, Juras wrote lyrics for over 300 songs performed by major Croatian artists; his texts include enduring hits such as Dalmacija u mom oku and Šibenska balada, the latter recognized as an official anthem of Šibenik. His songs span genres from klapa to pop and rock and remain staples of Croatian music culture. Juras also published several poetry collections and participated in Croatian television and literary projects throughout his life.