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Juice WRLD
(Rapper)
Juice WRLD
416
Birthdate: December 2, 1998
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: December 8, 2019
Rapper Juice Wrld is best remembered for his tracks Lucid Dreams and All Girls Are the Same. He was also part of the collective Internet Money. He died due to a drug-induced seizure at the age of 21. His posthumous album Legends Never Die topped the Billboard 200 chart.
 2 
Ludacris
(Rapper & Actor Known for His Album ‘Incognegro’ and His Role in 'Fast & Furious' Series)
Ludacris
37
Birthdate: September 11, 1977
Sun Sign: Virgo
Three-time Grammy-winning rapper Ludacris soared to fame with his second album, Back for the First Time. Fans also loved him as Tej Parker in The Fast and the Furious franchise. He owns a label, a line of headphones, and a restaurant. His Ludacris Foundation is associated with many youth initiatives. 
 3 
Eddie Vedder
(Musician, Songwriter, Lead Vocalist and Guitarist of the Rock Band ‘Pearl Jam’)
Eddie Vedder
30
Birthdate: December 23, 1964
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Pearl Jam lead singer and guitarist Eddie Vedder went from being a hotel security guard to being ranked 7 on Rolling Stone’s list of the Best Lead Singers of All Time. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee has been a vocal supporter of environmental initiatives and abortion rights.
 4 
Common
(Rapper)
Common
30
Birthdate: March 13, 1972
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 5 
Patti Smith
(Known for Her Hit Single “Because the Night”)
Patti Smith
17
Birthdate: December 30, 1946
Sun Sign: Capricorn

Patti Smith is an American singer-songwriter. Referred to as the punk poet laureate, Smith became an influential figure of the punk rock movement with the release of her album Horses. Many world-renowned musicians, such as Madonna and Michael Stipe, have cited Smith as their inspiration. Even actresses like Ellen Page and Maria Doyle Kennedy have called Smith a major influence.

 6 
John Prine
(Known for an Often Humorous Style of Original Music That Has Elements of Protest and Social Commentary)
John Prine
16
Birthdate: October 10, 1946
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: April 7, 2020
 7 
Chance the Rapper
(Rapper Known for His Mixtapes "Acid Rap," "10 Day" and "Coloring Book")
Chance the Rapper
163
Birthdate: April 16, 1993
Sun Sign: Aries
Chance the Rapper is best known for his Billboard-charting mixtape Coloring Book, which was the first streaming-only album to earn a Grammy. An avid social activist in Chicago, he owns the non-profit SocialWorks. He is known for his signature style of wearing a cap with the number "3" on it.
 8 
Jennifer Hudson
(Singer & Actress Known for Her Role in the Musical 'Dreamgirls')
Jennifer Hudson
11
Birthdate: September 12, 1981
Sun Sign: Virgo
Jennifer Hudson shot to fame after reaching the finals of the third season of American Idol. She is known for her Academy Award-winning role of Effie White in Dreamgirls. She also won the Grammy twice, one for her self-titled debut album and the other for the musical The Color Purple
 9 
Chief Keef
(Rapper, Singer-Songwriter and Record Producer)
Chief Keef
79
Birthdate: August 15, 1995
Sun Sign: Leo

Chief Keef is a hip-hop sensation who has revolutionized the drill and trap sub-genres. His track I Don’t Like was remixed by Kanye West and was featured on the Billboard Rap Top 20. He was dropped by the label Interscope for several legal issues and then formed his own label.

 10 
Mandy Patinkin
(Actor and Singer)
Mandy Patinkin
12
Birthdate: November 30, 1952
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
From singing in synagogues as a teenager to winning a Tony Award for his performance as Che in the Broadway play Evita, Mandel Patinkin has come a long way. Fans also loved his portrayal of Inigo Montoya in The Princess Bride and his Emmy-winning performance in Chicago Hope.
 11 
Soulja Boy
(Rapper)
Soulja Boy
49
Birthdate: July 28, 1990
Sun Sign: Leo
Soulja Boy is best known for his Billboard Hot 100-topping track Crank That. Named to the 2010 Forbes list of Hip-Hop Cash Kings, he revolutionized the art of promoting music through social media, especially through YouTube. He is part of a deal with the World Poker Fund.
 12 
Lil Durk
(Rapper and Lead Member and Founder of the Collective and Record Label 'Only the Family')
Lil Durk
68
Birthdate: October 19, 1992
Sun Sign: Libra

Lil Durk is an American singer-songwriter and rapper. He is credited with founding a rap collective and record label called Only the Family (OTF). Over the years, Lil Durk has faced many legal issues, including his arrest for unlawfully carrying a weapon. He has also been involved in feuds with other rappers, such as Tyga, The Game, and Tay600.

 13 
Minnie Riperton
(American Singer-Songwriter)
Minnie Riperton
10
Birthdate: November 8, 1947
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died: July 12, 1979
 14 
Polo G
(Rapper and Record Executive Known for His Albums: ‘Die a Legend’, ‘The Goat’ and ‘Hall of Fame’)
Polo G
118
Birthdate: January 6, 1999
Sun Sign: Capricorn

Polo G is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, and record executive. Polo G, who became famous for his Chicago drill sound, gradually adopted a more melodic style. Renowned for his vivid storytelling, Polo G's lyrics often reflect on subjects, such as mental health and racism. In 2020, he announced the launch of ODA Records, his own record label.

 15 
Richard Marx
(Singer-songwriter)
Richard Marx
8
Birthdate: September 16, 1963
Sun Sign: Virgo

Richard Marx is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. In 1987, his self-titled debut album was certified triple-platinum, following which he went on to work on several chart-busting hits. As a songwriter, Marx worked on Luther Vandross' Dance with My Father, which earned him the Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 2004.

 16 
Peter Wentz
(American Musician Best Known as the Bassist and Lyricist for the Rock Band ‘Fall Out Boy’)
Peter Wentz
5
Birthdate: June 5, 1979
Sun Sign: Gemini
Pete Wentz gained fame as the bassist/lyricist for the rock band Fall Out Boy and later formed the electropop group Black Cards. He owns a record label, an apparel company, and a film production company. He has hosted Best Ink and is associated with charities such as UNICEF's Tap Project.
 17 
Billy Corgan
(Lead Singer and Guitarist of the Rock Band 'The Smashing Pumpkins')
Billy Corgan
5
Birthdate: March 17, 1967
Sun Sign: Pisces

Billy Corgan is an American professional wrestling promoter, singer, and songwriter. He is credited with forming the popular alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins. He is also credited with founding Resistance Pro Wrestling and currently owns the National Wrestling Alliance promotion, for which he also serves as the promoter. Having struggled with several mental disorders, Corgan promotes abuse support networks.

 18 
Alison Krauss
(Singer)
Alison Krauss
6
Birthdate: July 23, 1971
Sun Sign: Leo
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
 19 
Nichelle Nichols
(Actress)
Nichelle Nichols
5
Birthdate: December 28, 1932
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Died: July 30, 2022
Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
 20 
Earl Sweatshirt
(Rapper - Member of Hip Hop Group 'Odd Future')
Earl Sweatshirt
30
Birthdate: February 24, 1994
Sun Sign: Pisces

Rapper and record producer Earl Sweatshirt was previously known as Sly Tendencies. He was part of the hip-hop collective Odd Future. Following the release of his debut mixtape, his mother sent him to a Samoa boarding school. He went back to Los Angeles soon and began making music again.

 21 
Phil Everly
(Singer)
Phil Everly
5
Birthdate: January 19, 1939
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Died: January 3, 2014
 22 
Warren Zevon
(American Rock Singer-Songwriter and Musician Best Known for His Album ‘Excitable Boy’)
Warren Zevon
3
Birthdate: January 24, 1947
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: September 7, 2003

Warren Zevon was an American musician, rock singer, and songwriter. As a songwriter, Zevon contributed immensely to the success of songs recorded by other artists, such as Murray McLauchlan. Also known for his acerbic lyrics and dry wit, Warren Zevon made several appearances on shows like the Late Show with David Letterman and Late Night with David Letterman.

 23 
Young Dolph
(Rapper)
Young Dolph
14
Birthdate: August 11, 1985
Sun Sign: Leo
Died: November 17, 2021
 24 
R. Kelly
(One of the Most Successful and Best-Selling R&B Male Artists of the 1990s)
R. Kelly
51
Birthdate: January 8, 1967
Sun Sign: Capricorn

One of the best known R&B artists, R Kelly, who’s sung many chart-topping songs and has sold millions of records, has been accused of sexual abuse by many women. He and is facing several state and federal charges in the US. He was arrested in July 2019 on charges of sex trafficking and child pornography.

 25 
Lupe Fiasco
(Rapper)
Lupe Fiasco
42
Birthdate: February 16, 1982
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 26 
Da Brat
(Rapper and Actress Known for Her Albums: ‘Funkdafied’ and ‘Not Tonight’)
Da Brat
20
Birthdate: April 14, 1974
Sun Sign: Aries
Rapper Shawntae Harris, better known as Da Brat, is best known for her debut album, Funkdafied, which made her the first solo female platinum certified rapper. The two-time Grammy nominee soared to fame with her hits such as Loverboy. She has also served prison time for assaulting a waitress.
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Patrick Stump
(Singer-songwriter, Musician, Record Producer, Composer)
Patrick Stump
3
Birthdate: April 27, 1984
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
 28 
Haley Reinhart
(American Singer Who Came Third in the Tenth Season of 'American Idol')
Haley Reinhart
11
Birthdate: September 9, 1990
Sun Sign: Virgo

Haley Reinhart is an American songwriter, singer, and voice actress. She started hogging the limelight after finishing third in the 10th season of popular reality TV show, American Idol. Also a well-known philanthropist, Reinhart has worked closely with organizations, such as Starkey Hearing Foundation and Habitat for Humanity. She has also been involved with charities that fight against bullying.

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G Herbo
(Rapper Known for His Mixtapes ‘Welcome to Fazoland,’, ’Pistol P Project’ and ‘Ballin Like I'm Kobe’)
G Herbo
39
Birthdate: October 8, 1995
Sun Sign: Libra
Rapper Herbert Randall Wright III, initially known as Lil Herb and now known as G Herbo, became famous for his collaborations with rapper Lil Bibby. He has contributed to various philanthropic ventures, too, and had once launched a campaign to safeguard the mental health of Black youngsters.  
 30 
Anastacia
(Singer-songwriter)
Anastacia
23
Birthdate: September 17, 1968
Sun Sign: Virgo
Height: 5'2" (157 cm)
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Mason Ramsey
(American Singer and Voice Actor)
Mason Ramsey
4
Birthdate: November 16, 2006
Sun Sign: Scorpio
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Fredo Santana
(Rapper Known for His Albums ‘Trappin Ain't Dead’ and ‘Fredo Kruger 2’)
Fredo Santana
14
Birthdate: July 4, 1990
Sun Sign: Cancer
Died: January 19, 2018

Fredo Santana was an American rapper whose debut studio album peaked at number 45 on Billboard 200 chart. Santana suffered from drug addiction throughout his life and attributed his addiction to trauma experienced in his childhood. Eventually, his addiction took a toll on his health and he died in 2018 at the age of 27, joining the dreaded 27 Club.

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SmokePurpp
(Rrapper & Pproducer)
SmokePurpp
17
Birthdate: May 15, 1997
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 34 
Cupcakke
(Rapper)
Cupcakke
26
Birthdate: May 31, 1997
Sun Sign: Gemini
 35 
Brett Eldredge
(Singer)
Brett Eldredge
4
Birthdate: March 23, 1986
Sun Sign: Aries
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
 36 
Lou Rawls
(R&B Singer Famous for His Luxurious Baritone Singing Voice and Four-Octave Vocal Range)
Lou Rawls
3
Birthdate: December 1, 1933
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: January 6, 2006

Lou Rawls was an American singer, composer, record producer, and actor. Rawls sold over 40 million records during his illustrious career. He was also renowned for his charity work; in 2004, he was honored by the popular philanthropic organization United Negro College Fund for his work with the organization for more than 25 years.

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Lil Bibby
(Rapper)
Lil Bibby
22
Birthdate: July 18, 1994
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 5'0" (152 cm)
 38 
Jeremih
(Singer-songwriter, Lyricist, Record producer, Rapper, Singer)
Jeremih
26
Birthdate: July 17, 1987
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 39 
Mavis Staples
(American singer)
Mavis Staples
3
Birthdate: July 10, 1939
Sun Sign: Cancer
 40 
Tom Paxton
(Singer-songwriter, Singer, Musician, Guitarist, Writer)
Tom Paxton
3
Birthdate: October 31, 1937
Sun Sign: Scorpio
 41 
Kevin Cronin
(Vocalist)
Kevin Cronin
3
Birthdate: October 6, 1951
Sun Sign: Libra
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 42 
Gretchen Wilson
(Musical artist)
Gretchen Wilson
5
Birthdate: June 26, 1973
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
 43 
Dennis DeYoung
(Singer)
Dennis DeYoung
4
Birthdate: February 18, 1947
Sun Sign: Aquarius
 44 
Jason Weaver
(Actor)
Jason Weaver
5
Birthdate: July 18, 1979
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
 45 
Rickie Lee Jones
(Singer)
Rickie Lee Jones
4
Birthdate: November 8, 1954
Sun Sign: Scorpio
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Mia Zapata
(Singer, Musician, Guitarist, Pianist)
Mia Zapata
3
Birthdate: August 25, 1965
Sun Sign: Virgo
Died: July 7, 1993
 47 
Kiiara
(Pop Singer, Songwriter)
Kiiara
4
Birthdate: May 24, 1995
Sun Sign: Gemini
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
 48 
Paul Gilbert
(Guitarist)
Paul Gilbert
3
Birthdate: November 6, 1966
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
 49 
Carl Switzer
(Actor, Singer)
Carl Switzer
3
Birthdate: August 7, 1927
Sun Sign: Leo
Died: January 21, 1959
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Roger McGuinn
(Musician)
Roger McGuinn
8
Birthdate: July 13, 1942
Sun Sign: Cancer
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)