Serge Gainsbourg was a revolutionary French singer-songwriter, composer, and actor who became one of France's most influential and controversial cultural figures. His provocative lyrics, innovative musical arrangements, and scandalous public persona made him both beloved and reviled, cementing his status as a legendary artistic provocateur.
Known for: Je t'aime... moi non plus, Histoire de Melody Nelson, Poupée de cire poupée de son, La Javanaise, Bonnie and Clyde
Serge Gainsbourg's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, 4th arrondissement of Paris, France (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Aries | 12° 30' 05" | |
| ☽Moon | Virgo | 12° 37' 01" | |
| ☿Mercury | Pisces | 17° 06' 48" | |
| ♀Venus | Pisces | 18° 51' 54" | |
| ♂Mars | Aquarius | 26° 05' 35" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Aries | 15° 33' 17" | |
| ♄Saturn | Sagittarius | 19° 06' 52" | R |
| ♅Uranus | Aries | 3° 53' 27" | |
| ♆Neptune | Leo | 26° 42' 58" | R |
| ♇Pluto | Cancer | 14° 59' 08" | |
| ☊Rahu | Gemini | 12° 45' 07" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Sagittarius | 12° 45' 07" | R |
Note: Serge Gainsbourg'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
- April 2, 1928
- Place
- 4th arrondissement of Paris
- Country
- France
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- Aries
- Element
- Fire
- Quality
- Cardinal
- Ruling Planet
- Mars
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Right Angle Cross of Gates 21/48/38/39
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Raven
The raven embodies Gainsbourg's Aries intensity and Life Path 8 mastery through its reputation as both a messenger of transformation and a creature unafraid of darkness. Like the raven, Gainsbourg possessed an uncanny ability to navigate between beauty and controversy, using his sharp wit and fearless nature to create art that both disturbed and enchanted audiences.
Archetype
The Dark Romantic
Gainsbourg embodied the archetype of the Dark Romantic, channeling his Aries fire into passionate, often controversial artistic expressions that challenged social norms. His Life Path 8 drive for achievement manifested through his relentless pursuit of artistic authenticity, even when it led him into scandalous territory. This archetype allowed him to transform personal pain and societal taboos into timeless musical poetry.
Power Planet
Mars — This ruling planet of Aries fueled Gainsbourg's aggressive creativity and his willingness to push boundaries in both his art and personal life.
Elemental Dominance
Fire (Aries) — This fire dominance ignited Gainsbourg's passionate, impulsive nature and his ability to create music that burned with raw emotional intensity. His fiery essence drove him to constantly push creative boundaries and challenge conventional artistic expressions.
Fame Signature
Gainsbourg's Aries sun provided the bold, pioneering spirit needed to revolutionize French chanson and popular music. His cardinal fire energy, combined with Life Path 8's material mastery, created a perfect storm for achieving both artistic acclaim and commercial success through controversial, boundary-pushing work.
Shadow Side
His Aries impulsiveness and Life Path 8's intensity often manifested as self-destructive behavior, particularly through alcohol abuse and provocative public statements. The same Mars energy that fueled his creativity also led to conflicts and controversies that sometimes overshadowed his artistic achievements.
Numerology
8
Life Path
The Achiever
5
Expression
The Explorer
11
Soul Urge
The Illuminator
3
Personality
The Creator
Life Path 8's drive for achievement perfectly complemented his Aries sun's pioneering spirit, creating a master of artistic transformation who built a cultural empire through sheer force of will. This combination enabled him to turn controversy into currency and scandal into lasting artistic legacy. His Aries fire provided the initial spark while his 8 energy sustained the material success.
Lucky Gemstones
Obsidian
Primary - Life Path 8
Diamond
Secondary - Aries Sun Sign
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