Famous Musicians Astro Notes

Famous Musicians astro notes

So, I have seen a lot of discussion about what placements do musicians have and I decided to do my own research and I dived into many charts on Astrotheme. Some of the celebrities charts are more or less verified while others have an unknown birth time. I tried my best to discuss elements that few other posts have to keep it interesting. I hope you enjoyed these astro notes and as always please check out my masterlist and show support by liking or reblogging!

Pisces influence: Many musicians tend to have either a Pisces Moon or a pisces degree moon. I am a pianist and while my moon is in Capricorn it is in the 12th degree (Pisces Degrees are 12, 24) and in the 12th house traditionally ruled by Pisces.Lang Lang is another pianist that has a Pisces moon. I have been praised for my musicality and Lang Lang is one of the more expressive pianists out there.Whitney Houston also had a Pisces Rising at 8 degrees.

Libra influence: Libra is not often brought up in placements musicians have but it makes sense because Libra is ruled by Venus the goddess of beauty. So is Taurus, but that is discussed ad nauseum here.I noticed this in the charts for Van Cliburn, Yo Yo Ma and Vladimir Horowitz, three famous classical musicians of the last century. Van Cliburn had his ascendant in Libra, Yo Yo Ma and Horowitz have their suns in Libra. I go into greater detail for Van Cliburn down below if you are interested. Britney Spears also has a Libra Rising and she was known for appearance at the beginning of her career. She became the It girl of her generation because of her ‘aesthetics’ and ‘vibes’. She also has Saturn and Pluto in Libra in the first house which represents her father. Her father was overbearing and controlled her career and her free will. She kept silent for many years since Libra wants to be fair and balanced and they can find it hard to speak out. I am so happy that she finally freed!

Leo influence: Leo rules the sun, and Apollo was the god of the sun so it would make sense that leos are also naturally good at music, poetry, healing just like Apollo. Leos also have a natural flair for the dramatics and they are natural performers which really helps in music. I have a Leo sun and Mercury, Yo Yo Ma has his Jupiter in Leo, Van Cliburn has his Moon at 0 degrees Leo. Lana Del Ray has her moon in Leo conjunct her MC in Leo in the 10th house.

Cancer influence: The moon rules Cancer and emotions making Cancer placements common amongst musicians. Taylor Swift for example has her Vertex, Moon and Jupiter all in Cancer. It is interesting that her mercury is opposite these planets in Capricorn. Capricorn Mercuries are straightforward and steady, wise beyond their years. Taylor Swift is known for her masterful lyrics writing lyrics far above her years in her teens. She is also a master at understanding and utilizing emotions in her writing and music. One of the best examples of this is the All Too Well 10 minute version because it combines hard hitting lyrics with a depth of emotions. She makes you feel a 10 minute story about a relationship that happened a decade ago. Lana Del Ray also has Sun, Mars and Mercury in Cancer in the 8th house. This explains why she writes moody music. She would be unafraid of discussing taboo topics in her music. Britney Spears has her MC and North Node in Cancer but her chart is predominantly in the 1st-4th houses making her relatively introverted in real life. It is almost like she puts on a public facade but privately she is something completely different.

Fame Aspects

We all know that there are many great musicians who do not go on to become famous. So there are some “fame” indicators to be found in famous musician’s charts. No surprise that there are usually planets,angles or asteroids at 5, 17 and 29 degrees (Leo Degrees). Taylor Swift for example has her North Node at 17 degrees Aquarius. Lana Del Ray also has her North Node at 17°. Another degree for longevity in fame is the 28 degrees (Cancer Degree). Miley Cyrus has her Gemini Rising at 28 degrees (I explained more below). Interestingly enough, Whitney Houston has her MC at 18 degrees which is a Virgo degree and she has only become more legendary after her untimely death. Whitney also had her Moon at 17 degrees. Several famous musicians like Britney Spears, Whitney Houston, Miley Cyrus, Chester Bennington and Frank Ocean had their Jupiter trine Midheaven. Jupiter trine Midheaven natives have luck in their career, they can make lemonade out of lemons. In general, most famous musicians either have a prominent MC/tenth house or prominent Rising and North Node. All of this makes sense since MC/Tenth house rules public persona and career while the Rising is another indictator of how we appear to the world. The North Node is all about our destiny, or what we came to this earth to do.

Misc Notes:

My favorite classical composer is Sergei Rachmaninoff (seriously, listen to Rach 2 or Rach 3, they are the soundtrack of my life). He had a rough life and wrote one of his best concertos (Rach 2) after being hypnotized. He had Sun and Mercury in Aries which makes sense because he forged ahead and revolutionized piano music. He also had Saturn exactly opposite his Uranus which also makes sense because he faced many abrupt changes in his career and life. He had to pivot his career many many times and he spent most of it depressed (hence the need for the hypnosim).

Van Cliburn, who is known for his miraculous win at the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in the middle of a cold war is someone who had an ASC conjunct jupiter in the first house. This conjunction especially in Libra gave him endless fortune and good luck in developing his talents. Even in the height of the Cold War, in a competition set up for young soviet pianists, Van Cliburn a pianist from Texas wowed the judges. Libra is a sign about balance and bringing peace which Van Cliburn did through his music. Watch him play the amazing Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto #1 here. His Part of Fortune is also conjunct his Jupiter. He is also an air dominant with a secondary water dominant which makes sense as he was expressive in his musicality. He was also someone who played at a high technical level. He has the least earth which makes sense for a musician since they tend to live in their feels. He also has a strong dominance in his chart in the angular houses (1,4,7,10) which can indicate an unusual life which he certainly led! He also has a cardinal dominance which also makes sense because he was constantly forging ahead in his career.

Ariana Grande Pluto opposite Venus - she’s known for who she dated and who she got engaged to. In fact, one of her most famous/popular songs is Thank U Next, a song that talks about all her exes. People are intrigued by her relationships and that helps fuel her music career.

Miley Cyrus

MC in Aquarius: Again, Miley is someone who values being unique. She not only played 2 different people in her most famous role on TV her every era has been unique. Since leaving Disney, she has not given a d**** about how she looks. She’s rocking a mullet right now, she once sang on a literal wrecking ball for a video. Truly all of her provocative performances are unique and talked about in the media for months. Miley could care less if she’s unique and does things other artists wouldn’t.

Gemini Rising at 28°: 28 degrees is the degree for longevity in fame. She first rose into prominence playing Hannah Montana at the age of 13. She has stayed just as famous for the last ten years both in her personal life and in her professional life. There have been many other child disney stars who have fallen off the map but Miley has always stayed in the spotlight. Gemini Risings are also known as the twins and Miley’s most famous role Hannah Montana had her portraying two different personas. She also came out with an album Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus which was a double album. There is a duality to her public persona, her career and even her appearance.

Well that’s it for these Astro notes! Let me know if this was helpful.If you are a musician let me know if you have any of these placements.

love, acaplion

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🌸🌼🌻Spring Asks🌻🌼🌸

April - what’s your favorite time of the year?

Apples - favorite fruit?

Bees - what’s your go to spring outfit?

Blossom - what’s your favorite flower?

Bubbles - Do you like bubble tea?

Changes - what signals the changing of the seasons to you? 

Collegiate - did you go to or are you going to university? what are you or did you study?

Comfort - who is your go to comfort character?

Cream - do you wear make-up?

Crush - any irl or online crushes?

Daffodil -  do you like to garden?

Daisy - do you have any pets? If not, do you want any?

Exciting - ideal type of unplanned adventure?

Favorites - what’s your favorite show, movie, and book?

Flowers - what’s the nicest thing someone has surprised you with?

Fun Facts - what’s something people would never guess about you?

Grass - do you get hayfever or spring allergies?

Hobby - what hobbies do you have or want to get into?

Holiday - favorite springtime holiday?

Introspective - what’s one thing you would have done differently in your life?

Jam - favorite thing to bake?

Kiss - what was your best kiss?

Lemons - what’s your favorite type of dessert?

Light - night owl or early bird?

Love - what’s your love language?

Matcha - what’s your go to coffee/tea order this time of year?

Meadow - do you prefer the beach or the woods?

Money - what would you do with your life if money was no object?

Music - what’s been on repeat lately?

New - what would you do if you won the lottery?

Ocean - what’s your favorite sea creature?

On/Off - what are your biggest turn ons and offs?

Partner - describe your ideal partner.

Past - what advice or wisdom would you bestow on your younger self?

Persona - what’s your mbti? your enneagram type?

Picnic - describe your ideal spring afternoon.

Pride  - what is something you’re proud of?

Quaint - do you prefer the city, countryside, or suburbs?

Rain - what’s your favorite type of spring weather?

Recommendations - do you have any fanfic recommendations?

Sage - what life advice would you give to someone younger?

Stars - are you into astrology? If so, what are your sun, moon, and rising signs?

Striking - what’s your favorite color?

Status - what’s your relationship status?

Thrill - what is one thing you’re looking forward to?

Touch - do you like hugs?

Travel - if you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?

Universe - do you think there’s other life out there or are we alone in the universe?

Vernacular - what language do you wish you could speak or want to learn?

Warning - what would your warning label say?

You - what’s one thing you like about yourself? One thing you dislike about yourself?

Youth - do you feel your age?

Zoo - what’s your favorite animal?

What Would Make You Famous Based On Your Birthchart ⭐️🎬🎭

I’ve observed recently that in Astrology, there are two main types of “fame.”

Type #1: “Solar” fame, related to the Sun

Type #2: “Rahuvian” fame, related to Rahu (aka north node)

By now, you probably know that the Sun traditionally rules fame. The Sun also rules the sign of Leo, which is the main Zodiac sign related to fame. But Rahu can indicate massive fame as well.

So after observing many charts I’ve come to the theory that the kind of “fame” the Sun gives a native is: status, recognition, prestige and nobility.

Whereas the kind of “fame” Rahu gives, is the more modern version where someone goes “viral” or becomes some sort of internet sensation. I believe Rahu’s influence plays a major part in today’s modern day definition of “fame” which deals more with being an “online celebrity.”

In Vedic Astrology, Rahu takes on more of an animated role, whereas in Western Astrology he’s not recognized the same way. But generally speaking, Rahu rules: fame, notoriety, electricity, the internet, rebels, outcasts, politics, viruses etc. Rahu’s description is kind of similar to Uranus.

Real life example:

The Royal Family: Solar fame

TikTok “Stars”: Rahu fame.

Both parties are famous and known globally, however, we can see with the royal family they are famous for their titles, prestige and status etc. They have pedigree.

TikTok stars are also famous but due to the massive attention they’ve gained online. Note how Rahu fame can be somewhat temporary where Solar fame is more substantial.

For people with Sun-Rahu conjunction in their Natal Chart it can give massive fame. Ironically enough, Charlie D’amelio has this placement and is the most followed person on TikTok.

For these interpretations, read for the house you have Rahu (North Node) in and it can show what you’d gain fame for in life. ➡️

(Feel free to read for your Tropical or Vedic Chart)

Rahu In The 1st:

This is generally considered a major “fame” placement. You’re likely to be popular, well known, or famous for being yourself. This can make you known for your physical appearance (you might be very beautiful). Can even gain fame for your personality. This placement can make you very popular in any social circle.

Rahu in The 2nd:

You can gain fame for: your face and your speech. Since the 2nd house rules the face, Rahu’s influence can make you gain notoriety for your face (it’s likely you are beautiful). A lot of supermodels/celebs have Rahu in 2nd. It can give otherworldly beauty. You can end up being “the face” of something at some point in your life. Another avenue is speech, and things you say or wisdom you share can bring you fame. May even give singing talents.

Rahu In The 3rd:

You can gain fame for your opinions. Fame will likely come to you through anything media related. This is the placement of someone with a popular blog or instagram account. Your writing, and posts have the potential to bring you attention or notoriety. It’s possible you gain fame through school or siblings too.

Rahu In The 4th:

Family brings you fame. It’s likely fame comes to you bc of your family or through a family member (especially mother). You can gain fame for your private matters going public. Fame can also come to you because of your home. You can end up being that person known for having a really nice home, or something odd or unique in your home. Can be known for your car too.

Rahu In The 5th:

You can gain fame through the entertainment industry. Music, movies, theater, performance art etc. Pregnancy and children can bring you fame. You may become known through teaching or education. Romance and the people you date can make you well known. Can even gain fame through publishing a book, blog, YouTube channel etc. Known for your creative self expression.

Rahu In The 6th:

Gains fame through your job. Whatever your role is in your career can make you well known. You may become famous because of acts of service. Your pets might even bring you notoriety. Anything health related can grant you fame as well. You may become known for the battles and obstacles you’ve overcome. Divorce brings fame, legal battles can too.

Rahu In The 7th:

Fame comes to you through partnership. You become well known through marriage. Can indicate marrying a famous spouse. You gain a well known reputation because of your social connections. Can gain fame through litigation or legal disputes.

Rahu In The 8th:

The occult brings you fame. Anything to deal with the taboo topics of life, spirituality, occultism etc brings you notoriety. You can be famous for your spouse, or who you have been with intimately. You might marry someone famous. Divorce can bring fame. Publicizing your traumatic experiences can bring fame. You can known for s3x work/s3x appeal. You might also become famous or well known after death.

Rahu In The 9th:

You gain fame for your knowledge. This placement can give a famous author for example. Your beliefs, ideas and teachings can gain you notoriety. You might also gain fame through marriage, or have a well publicized wedding. School can bring you fame too, especially college, grad school etc can make you well known. Even travel & foreign lands too.

Rahu In The 10th:

Another fame placement. Can naturally find your way into high positions in society. Can give a notorious reputation. You can become famous from the positions you have in life. For ex: you’d be known as the boss of something. Fame finds you through your career. You may even work with famous people. Anything related to government or politics can bring you fame too.

Rahu In The 11th:

Brings fame through the internet. Likely to gain a following online easily. Can gain fame through friends or social networks. You might have famous friends or know influential people. Fame comes to you through social organizations or groups you’re a part of. Generally speaking this can bring you social status and popularity.

Rahu In The 12th:

Gains fame in foreign lands. You may gain fame as a result of dealing with anything “foreign” or international. For example; travel, foreign affairs etc. You might become known due to your charitable or humanitarian endeavors. Moments of solitude can bring fame. Gains fame through artistic abilities. The losses you’ve taken can bring a lot of notoriety to you. You might gain fame after death.

Research Tips 💡💡💡

moon signs and what makes them cry

Aries Moon: Disappointment, defeat/failure, not feeling good enough, getting last place, anger, frustration, limitations, injustice, guilt

Taurus Moon: When they’re hungry, when they’re drained, when they’ve bottled up their feelings for too long, animal cruelty, rejection, feeling alone, being proven wrong

Gemini Moon: Talking about their feelings, lack of intellectual stimuli, lack of ways of self-expression

Cancer Moon: Sad movies, other people’s pain, family issues, cruelty of any kind, emotional music, receiving criticism, hurt/sick children

Leo Moon: Losing an argument, not feeling good enough, hurt pride, animal cruelty, not knowing how to comfort others, bullying/humiliation, the thought of aging/dying, when they’re at their breaking point, being a third wheel, being ignored

Virgo Moon: Other people’s pain, self-reflection, animal cruelty, will cry for joy before crying for sadness, when plans change, betrayal, not feeling good enough, making mistakes at work, stress, feeling incompetent 

Libra Moon: Being overwhelmed, anger, being ignored, frustration, sad movies, relationship issues, other people’s pain

Scorpio Moon: Self-defeating attitudes, aggression directed at them, being yelled at, being overwhelmed, rejection, having to repeat themselves, animal cruelty

Sagittarius Moon: Other people’s pain, being overwhelmed, feeling alienated or alone, anything that has to do with them, having to express their emotions in words, anger

Capricorn Moon: Family issues, music, sad movies, animal cruelty, not having access to money, having fewer hours at work, not being taken seriously

Aquarius Moon: Pretty much nothing.

Pisces Moon: Animal cruelty, heartbreak, sad movies, extreme anger/frustration, other people’s pain, being yelled at, death, being cheated on, loss of loved ones

Unpopular opinion: Jules don’t love Rue.