J Dilla Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

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J Dilla, born James Yancey on February 7, 1974, was a renowned American producer and rapper from Detroit, Michigan. He gained prominence in the mid-1990s for his soulful and sample-based music, as well as his harder, gangsta-influenced hip-hop. A founding member of the group Slum Village, he produced for many artists including A Tribe Called Quest and Janet Jackson. Known for his unique sampling techniques, J Dilla's work remains influential in hip-hop. He faced health issues that affected his career, ultimately passing away from kidney problems on February 10, 2006.

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February 7, 1974 Facts

Generation Group

J Dilla belongs to the Generation X group.

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Place of Birth: Detroit

Place of Death: Los Angeles

Cause of Death: cardiac arrest

Educated At: Pershing High School

Occupation: DJ producer | rapper | disc jockey

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.