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Dolly Parton
(Singer-Songwriter and Actress, Primarily Known for Her Work in Country Music)
Dolly Parton
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Birthdate: January 19, 1946
Sun Sign: Capricorn

Multifaceted personality, Dolly Parton is a singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, author and businesswoman and is known mainly for her work in country music. She has received various accolades and awards in her very successful singing career spanning several decades and has composed over 3,000 songs. She has also worked in several movies and is a prolific songwriter.

 2 
Tina Turner
(The "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll")
Tina Turner
79
Birthdate: November 26, 1939
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: May 24, 2023

Known as the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, Tina Turner was one of the best-selling recording artists of all time and had a very long and successful career. Let's Stay Together, What's Love Got to Do with It, Private Dancer and Golden Eye are some of her chartbuster songs. She was also a songwriter and had acted in films too.

 3 
Justin Randall Timberlake
(Billboard Best Performing Male Soloist in the History of the Mainstream Top 40)
Justin Randall Timberlake
84
Birthdate: January 31, 1981
Sun Sign: Aquarius

Justin Randall Timberlake is an American actor, singer-songwriter, and record producer. Regarded as a pop icon, Timberlake has sold more than 56 million singles worldwide, which makes him one of the best-selling music artists. In 2007 and 2013, he was named in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list. Timberlake is also known for his philanthropic activities.

 4 
Gregg Allman
(Member of the Rock Band 'The Allman Brothers Band')
Gregg Allman
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Birthdate: December 8, 1947
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: May 27, 2017

Gregg Allman was an American musician and singer-songwriter. He is credited with co-founding the rock band The Allman Brothers Band along with his brother Duane Allman. Dubbed the Southern rock pioneer, Allman was recognized for his distinctive, soulful voice; Rolling Stone magazine named him in its 100 Greatest Singers of All Time list.

 5 
Kane Brown
(Singer-Songwriter Known for His Singles ‘Used to Love You Sober’ and ‘What Ifs’)
Kane Brown
23
Birthdate: October 21, 1993
Sun Sign: Libra

An American singer and songwriter, Kane Brown first came into prominence as a social media celebrity, thereby inspiring several social media users all over the world. In 2017, he became the first artist whose music peaked at number one positions on all five principal Billboard country charts simultaneously.

 6 
NLE Choppa
(Rapper Best Known for His Single ‘Shotta Flow’)
NLE Choppa
159
Birthdate: November 1, 2002
Sun Sign: Scorpio

NLE Choppa is one of the youngest male rappers to make a name for himself in the American rapping scene. Also a well-known Internet personality, NLE Choppa has posted several videos on his YouTube channel Awakened Choppa, inspiring many of his followers to fall back on spirituality and veganism.

 7 
Morgan Wallen
(Singer)
Morgan Wallen
17
Birthdate: May 13, 1993
Sun Sign: Taurus
 8 
Kelsea Ballerini
(Country Pop Singer Known for Her Single 'Love Me Like You Mean It')
Kelsea Ballerini
13
Birthdate: September 12, 1993
Sun Sign: Virgo

Kelsea Ballerini is an American singer and songwriter. Ballerini became the first female artist since Carrie Underwood in 2006 to have her debut single top the Country Airplay chart. Kelsea Ballerini is the recipient of several prestigious awards, such as CMT Music Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards, and Teen Choice Awards.

 9 
Isaac Hayes
(Singer-songwriter)
Isaac Hayes
8
Birthdate: August 20, 1942
Sun Sign: Leo
Died: August 10, 2008
 10 
Lisa Marie Presley
(Singer-songwriter & the Only Child of Elvis Presley)
Lisa Marie Presley
20
Birthdate: February 1, 1968
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: January 12, 2023

The only child of the legendary singer and musician, Elvis Presley, Lisa Marie Presley fought her addiction with drugs during her teens and later launched herself as singer-songwriter with her debut album To Whom It May Concern. It was followed by two more commercially and critically successful albums. Lisa Marie Presley has also earned appreciation for her numerous philanthropic work.

 11 
Dinah Shore
(Singer and Actress Who was the Top Charting Female Vocalist of the 1940s)
Dinah Shore
5
Birthdate: February 29, 1916
Sun Sign: Pisces
Died: February 24, 1994

Dinah Shore initially launched a solo career after failing to qualify for Benny Goodman’s band. After delivering hits such as Blues in the Night, she appeared in a few films and ventured into a successful TV career. She also hosted shows such as The Dinah Shore Chevy Show.

 12 
Yo Gotti
(Rapper)
Yo Gotti
37
Birthdate: May 19, 1981
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
 13 
Rosanne Cash
(Country Singer-Songwriter Known for Her Breakout Single 'Seven Year Ache')
Rosanne Cash
5
Birthdate: May 24, 1955
Sun Sign: Gemini

Rosanne Cash is an American singer-songwriter. The daughter of musician Johnny Cash, Rosanne Cash followed in the footsteps of her father. Also a humanitarian, Cash supports many charitable organizations like Children, Incorporated, which supports young adults and children. She has also been a board member of an organization called Center To Prevent Youth Violence, which works towards preventing gun violence.

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Rita Coolidge
(Musician)
Rita Coolidge
12
Birthdate: May 1, 1945
Sun Sign: Taurus
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Lorrie Morgan
(Country Music Singer and Actress)
Lorrie Morgan
6
Birthdate: June 27, 1959
Sun Sign: Cancer
Loretta Morgan, daughter of country singer George Morgan, began her career as a singer at age 13. She is known for her best-selling platinum-certified album Reflections: Greatest Hits and her Billboard-charting songs such as Five Minutes and What Part of No. She was also inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.
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Juicy J
(Rapper, Songwriter)
Juicy J
7
Birthdate: April 5, 1975
Sun Sign: Aries

Rapper Juicy J, younger brother of rapper Project Pat, established the hip-hop Three 6 Mafia, which delivered the Academy Award-winning track It's Hard out Here for a Pimp. Juicy J was also nominated for a Grammy for his and Katy Perry’s chartbusting track Dark Horse. He went solo later.

 17 
Eddy Arnold
(American Country Music Singer Who Performed for Six Decades)
Eddy Arnold
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Birthdate: May 15, 1918
Sun Sign: Taurus
Died: May 8, 2008

A country music legend, Eddy Arnold had 28 number one singles in his kitty. His father’s death forced him to quit school and work on his family farm at age 11. A Grand Ole Opry member, he soared to fame with tracks such as Make the World Go Away.

 18 
Miley Cyrus
(Pop Artist who Has the Most US Billboard 200 Top-5 Albums in the 21st Century by a Female)
Miley Cyrus
145
Birthdate: November 23, 1992
Sun Sign: Sagittarius

Miley Cyrus, the American singer-songwriter and actress, is known for her wide range in music, spanning from pop and country pop to hip hop. The portrayal of the title character of television series, Hannah Montana, made her a teen idol. Her personal life has often sparked controversy, especially when she came out as pansexual and talked about use of cannabis.

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John Carter Cash
(Singer-songwriter, Record producer)
John Carter Cash
3
Birthdate: March 3, 1970
Sun Sign: Pisces
 20 
Hank Williams III
(Musician, Singer)
Hank Williams III
3
Birthdate: December 12, 1972
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
 21 
Kitty Wells
(Singer)
Kitty Wells
3
Birthdate: August 30, 1919
Sun Sign: Virgo
Died: July 16, 2012
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Noah Cyrus
(American Singer and Actress Known for Her Single ‘Make Me (Cry)’)
Noah Cyrus
6
Birthdate: January 8, 2000
Sun Sign: Capricorn

The youngest of the popular Cyrus siblings, Noah Cyrus is a singer-songwriter and actress. She went on to achieve so much during her teens that Time magazine named her in the 30 Most Influential Teens list in 2017. Also a well-known philanthropist, Cyrus raised funds to ban horse-drawn carriages when she was just 13! She also supports The Jed Foundation.

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K Michelle
(Singer-songwriter who Rose to Fame as Breakout Star of 'Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta')
K Michelle
3
Birthdate: March 4, 1986
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
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Luke Benward
4
Birthdate: May 12, 1995
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
 25 
Chris Young
(American Country Music Singer and Songwriter)
Chris Young
3
Birthdate: June 12, 1985
Sun Sign: Gemini

Chris Young is an American singer and songwriter who achieved popularity after winning the fourth season of the popular reality TV singing competition show Nashville Star. In 2017, he became a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Chris Young is also known for his philanthropic efforts; he has supported several non-profit organizations like Little Kids Rock and Stars For Stripes.

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Bessie Smith
(One of the Greatest Female Blues Singers of the 1930s)
Bessie Smith
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Birthdate: April 15, 1894
Sun Sign: Aries
Died: September 26, 1937

Bessie Smith was an American singer who gained popularity during the Jazz Age. Dubbed the Empress of the Blues, Smith was one of the most famous blues singers of the 1920s and 1930s. Counted among the greatest singers of her generation, Bessie Smith was a major influence on several other singers. Her life and work inspired the TV film Bessie.

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Morgane Stapleton
(Singer-songwriter)
Morgane Stapleton
7
Birthdate: January 25, 1983
Sun Sign: Aquarius
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Tennessee Ernie Ford
(American Singer and Television Host)
Tennessee Ernie Ford
3
Birthdate: February 13, 1919
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: October 17, 1991
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Moneybagg Yo
(Rapper)
Moneybagg Yo
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Birthdate: September 22, 1991
Sun Sign: Virgo
Rapper Demario DeWayne White Jr., better known as Moneybagg Yo, is known for his Billboard-charting projects Federal 3X, 2 Heartless, and Time Served. He owns a record label named Bread Gang Music and is also signed to Yo Gotti’s label. He has also won a Memphis Hip Hop Award.
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Carlene Carter
(singer)
Carlene Carter
5
Birthdate: September 26, 1955
Sun Sign: Libra
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Brent Smith
(Singer)
Brent Smith
3
Birthdate: January 10, 1978
Sun Sign: Capricorn

Brent Smith is a singer best known as the founder and frontman of the rock band Shinedown. He was just a small child when he started showing a keen interest in music. As a teenager, he launched his own band and enjoyed moderate success. He later founded Shinedown. The band has sold more than 10 million records.  

 32 
Mary Costa
(American Opera Star Who Voiced 'Princess Aurora' in the Disney Musical 'Sleeping Beauty')
Mary Costa
3
Birthdate: April 5, 1930
Sun Sign: Aries

Retired American opera singer Mary Costa is best known for voicing Princess Aurora in the Disney animated musical fantasy Sleeping Beauty. Named a Disney Legend later, she has also appeared in iconic operas such as Verdi's in La Traviata. Post-retirement, she has turned into a motivational speaker and fights against child abuse, too.

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Marjorie Finlay
(American Television Personality and Opera Singer)
Marjorie Finlay
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Birthdate: October 5, 1928
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: June 1, 2003

Marjorie Finlay was an American television personality and opera singer. A coloratura soprano, she performed opera, concert, and supper club singing. Marjorie Finlay also had her own TV show, which had viewership in the USA and Europe.

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Project Pat
(Rapper)
Project Pat
7
Birthdate: February 8, 1973
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Height: 6'6" (198 cm)
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Dottie West
(Singer-Songwriter)
Dottie West
4
Birthdate: October 11, 1932
Sun Sign: Libra
Died: September 4, 1991
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Young Buck
(Rapper)
Young Buck
6
Birthdate: March 15, 1981
Sun Sign: Pisces
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
 37 
Donald Dunn
(Guitarist)
Donald Dunn
3
Birthdate: November 24, 1941
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died: May 13, 2012
 38 
Roy Acuff
(Known as the 'King of Country Music' and a Member of the 'Grand Ole Opry')
Roy Acuff
3
Birthdate: September 15, 1903
Sun Sign: Virgo
Died: November 23, 1992

Popularly known as The King of Country Music, Roy Acuff was also a talented fiddler. Initially a budding baseball player, he ditched his sports career due to repeated injuries and focused on music instead. He was part of the radio broadcast Grand Ole Opry and later won a Grammy Lifetime Award.

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Alex Chilton
(Guitarist, Singer, Musician, Songwriter, Record producer)
Alex Chilton
3
Birthdate: December 28, 1950
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Died: March 17, 2010
 40 
Dustin Lynch
(Singer-songwriter)
Dustin Lynch
3
Birthdate: May 14, 1985
Sun Sign: Taurus
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BlocBoy JB
(Rapper)
BlocBoy JB
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Birthdate: May 19, 1996
Sun Sign: Taurus
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Benjamin Flores Jr
(American Actor and Rapper)
Benjamin Flores Jr
3
Birthdate: July 24, 2002
Sun Sign: Leo
Height: 4'11" (150 cm)
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Booker T. Jones
(Musician)
Booker T. Jones
5
Birthdate: November 12, 1944
Sun Sign: Scorpio
 44 
Ashley Monroe
(American Country Music Singer-Songwriter)
Ashley Monroe
3
Birthdate: September 10, 1986
Sun Sign: Virgo
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Gangsta Boo
(Rapper)
Gangsta Boo
8
Birthdate: August 7, 1979
Sun Sign: Leo
Died: January 1, 2023
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Edwin Starr
(Singer)
Edwin Starr
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Birthdate: January 21, 1942
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died: April 2, 2003
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Justin Townes Earle
(Singer-songwriter)
Justin Townes Earle
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Birthdate: January 4, 1982
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Died: August 23, 2020
 48 
John Cullum
(Film actor)
John Cullum
2
Birthdate: March 2, 1930
Sun Sign: Pisces
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Lord Infamous
(Rapper)
Lord Infamous
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Birthdate: November 17, 1973
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died: December 20, 2013
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Andrea True
(Pornographic actress and singer from the disco era)
Andrea True
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Birthdate: July 26, 1943
Sun Sign: Leo
Died: November 7, 2011