Ray Charles, born on September 23, 1930, in Albany, Georgia, embodies the essence of the Sun in Virgo and the Moon in Libra. His grounded and meticulous Virgo nature shines through in his artistry, as he masterfully blended blues, jazz, gospel, and rhythm and blues to pioneer the soul music genre. His attention to detail and commitment to craft made him not just a musician, but a profound storyteller, deeply resonating with his audiences. With the Libra Moon, Ray was gifted with an innate charm and a strong sense of harmony, allowing him to connect with others effortlessly, earning the affectionate title "Brother Ray" among friends and colleagues.
Despite losing his sight as a child, Ray's vision for music was unparalleled. He carved out a significant place in the 20th-century music landscape, becoming one of the first black musicians to gain artistic control in a mainstream record label. His iconic hit "Georgia on My Mind" and the groundbreaking album Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music exemplify his crossover appeal and innovative spirit. Ray Charles's legacy continues to inspire, reflecting the beauty of his Virgo dedication and Libra grace.
Date: 23 September 1930
Time: 12:00
Latitude: 31.5785°
Longitude: -84.1557°
Location: Albany, Georgia, USA
The accuracy of the natal data for this archive is rated X (No time). A known birth date but no birth time. House cusps and the Ascendant cannot be placed with confidence.
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The Four Pillars of Destiny (八字) for this birth: a Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch, with its zodiac animal, for each pillar. The hour pillar is omitted as the birth time is unknown.
日主 · Day Master
Radiant and generous, like the sun: warm, expressive and impossible to ignore, giving energy freely to everyone around you.
Year
Geng
Yang Metal
Wu
Horse · Fire
納音 路旁土
藏干 Hidden Stems
Ding 劫財 Rob Wealth
Ji 傷官 Hurting Officer
Month
Yi
Yin Wood
You
Rooster · Metal
納音 泉中水
藏干 Hidden Stems
Xin 正財 Direct Wealth
Day
Bing
Yang Fire
Zi
Rat · Water
納音 澗下水
藏干 Hidden Stems
Gui 正官 Direct Officer
from age 5
Bing Xu
Fire · Dog
from age 15
Ding Hai
Fire · Pig
from age 25
Wu Zi
Earth · Rat
from age 35
Ji Chou
Earth · Ox
from age 45
Geng Yin
Metal · Tiger
from age 55
Xin Mao
Metal · Rabbit
from age 65
Ren Chen
Water · Dragon
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Gui Si
Water · Snake
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