Edwyn Collins is a Scottish musician and songwriter born under the practical earth sign of Virgo. His meticulous attention to detail and perfectionist nature have driven his creative evolution from post-punk origins with Orange Juice to his acclaimed solo career.
Known for: Lead singer of Orange Juice, A Girl Like You hit single, Post-punk pioneer, Solo recording artist, Stroke recovery advocate
Edwyn Collins's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, Glasgow (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Leo | 29° 36' 34" | |
| ☽Moon | Aries | 28° 30' 10" | |
| ☿Mercury | Leo | 11° 12' 39" | |
| ♀Venus | Virgo | 13° 03' 06" | R |
| ♂Mars | Virgo | 21° 22' 36" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Scorpio | 23° 49' 60" | |
| ♄Saturn | Capricorn | 0° 35' 01" | R |
| ♅Uranus | Leo | 17° 31' 05" | |
| ♆Neptune | Scorpio | 4° 33' 36" | |
| ♇Pluto | Virgo | 3° 47' 17" | |
| ☊Rahu | Libra | 5° 38' 11" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Aries | 5° 38' 11" | R |
Note: Edwyn Collins's exact birth time is not publicly recorded. This chart shows planetary positions computed at 12:00 UTC on the birth date — accurate for slow-moving planets (Mars through Pluto) but the Moon position may be off by up to half a sign. Ascendant and houses are not shown.
Birth Details
- Date
- August 23, 1959
- Place
- Glasgow
- Country
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- virgo
- Element
- Quality
- Ruling Planet
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Left Angle Cross of Gates 29/30/20/34
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Phoenix
The phoenix perfectly embodies Collins' remarkable journey of rebirth and transformation. After suffering two life-threatening strokes in 2005, he courageously rebuilt his musical abilities from scratch, demonstrating the mythical bird's power of rising from ashes stronger than before.
Archetype
The Resilient Craftsman
Collins represents the archetype of someone who combines Virgoan precision with unwavering determination to perfect their craft. His methodical approach to music creation and his incredible comeback story showcase the power of persistence and attention to detail in achieving artistic mastery.
Power Planet
Mercury - Communication and Musical Expression
Elemental Dominance
Earth (Virgo) - His grounded earth energy provides the stability and practical approach needed to navigate both musical innovation and personal challenges with methodical determination.
Fame Signature
Collins' Virgo sun blessed him with the analytical skills to craft memorable melodies and the persistence to refine his sound across decades. His Life Path 1 leadership energy combined with Virgoan perfectionism created a unique musical voice that influenced generations of indie musicians.
Shadow Side
His Virgoan tendency toward self-criticism and perfectionism may have created internal pressure and anxiety throughout his career. The same attention to detail that makes his music exceptional could also lead to overthinking and difficulty accepting imperfection in his artistic output.
Numerology
1
Life Path
The Leader
3
Expression
The Creator
3
Soul Urge
The Creator
9
Personality
The Humanitarian
Life Path 1 energy amplifies his Virgo sun's natural leadership qualities in the creative realm. This combination creates a pioneer who leads through meticulous craftsmanship rather than bold proclamation, establishing new standards through consistent excellence and innovative attention to detail.
Lucky Gemstones
Ruby
Primary - Life Path 1
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