Celebrity Birth Chart

Billy Joel

♉︎Taurus ·

Date of Birth

May 9, 1949

Sun Sign

Taurus ♉︎

Element

Earth

Modality

Fixed

Ruling Planet

Venus

Billy Joel's Astrological Profile

William Martin Joel is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. Nicknamed the "Piano Man" after his signature 1973 song of the same name, Joel has had a successful career as a solo artist since the 1970s. From 1971 to 1993, he released 12, entirely self written, studio albums spanning the genres of pop and rock, and in 2001 released a one-off studio album of classical compositions. With over 160 million records sold worldwide, Joel is one of the world's best-selling music artists and is the fourth-best-selling solo artist in the United States. His 1985 compilation album, Greatest Hits – Volume I & Volume II, is one of the best-selling albums in the U.S.

A Taurus sun brings with it a quality of quiet, immovable power. Ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and value, Taurus individuals possess a deep appreciation for the finer things in life — not out of superficiality, but out of a genuine sensitivity to quality, beauty, and lasting worth. There is a patience here that few other signs can match.

The Earth element grounds this chart in practicality, persistence, and a deep appreciation for what is real and tangible. Earth signs build things that last — careers, relationships, legacies. They are the zodiac's great sustainers, capable of patient, consistent effort over long periods of time in pursuit of meaningful goals.

The Fixed modality brings a quality of deep commitment and sustained focus. Fixed signs finish what they start, hold their positions under pressure, and develop a level of mastery in their chosen domains that more mutable personalities rarely achieve. This consistency is one of their defining strengths.

In their chosen field, this astrological profile provides a distinctive set of strengths. The qualities suggested by the chart — the elemental energy, the modal approach to challenges, and the solar drive — combine to create a personality capable of sustained excellence and meaningful impact in whatever domain they choose to inhabit.

Romantic Compatibility

Highest cosmic match scores for Billy

♓︎95%

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf

Pisces

♓︎95%

Jack Abramoff

Pisces

♓︎95%

Jill Abramson

Pisces

♓︎95%

Bobby Abreu

Pisces

Friendship Compatibility

Fellow s ranked by cosmic connection

♓︎95%

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf

Pisces

♓︎95%

Jack Abramoff

Pisces

♓︎95%

Jill Abramson

Pisces

♓︎95%

Bobby Abreu

Pisces

Work & Collaboration

Fellow Earth signs — natural creative allies

♍︎92%

Sani Abacha

Virgo

♍︎92%

Bertie Ahern

Virgo

♍︎92%

Pierre-Laurent Aimard

Virgo

♍︎92%

Martin Amis

Virgo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Billy Joel's zodiac sign?

Billy Joel is a Taurus, born on May 9, 1949 in .

What element is Billy Joel's sign?

Taurus is a Earth sign, ruled by Venus. Earth signs are known for being reliable, patient, practical.

Who is Billy Joel most compatible with?

As a Taurus, Billy Joel is most compatible with Water and Earth signs.

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Taurus Compatibility

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Profile last updated May 2026

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