Analysis of Bruce Springsteen's astrological chart

The Libra's Need for Harmony

With his deep voice, Bruce Springsteen embodies the quintessence of the American legend. Yet, he was born not far from New York, in a family of Italian and Irish origins. This typical Libra native is more urban than cowboy but has skillfully embraced these values to build a long artistic career.

Most notably, he has touched the hearts of a wide audience, truly representative of this autumn sign, so eager to charm and be loved.

Upon accidentally discovering Elvis Presley on television, the future singer was immediately fascinated. He immersed himself in music, playing the guitar in his room, and then joined various small groups. This behavior reveals a strong need to connect, very characteristic of Libra, which served him better than a solo career in his early days.

Positioned at the first degree of the sign, his Sun is preceded by a trio of conjunct planets: Mercury is thus framed by Neptune and the Moon. This configuration explains his attachment to folk music, which literally nourishes him. Through his songs, he explores the soul of an idealized America, inhabited by simple and hardworking people.

As a singer-songwriter, he speaks of the efforts of this working class, of which he feels a spokesperson. This trio of planets indeed provides the sensitivity needed to touch the collective unconscious.

It's worth noting that no fewer than five planets, including four personal ones, are located in the 5th house, one of whose major significations is artistic creativity.

Despite a somewhat hesitant start to his career, he was noticed in the late 70s by a talent scout who saw him as the future of rock. Bruce Springsteen headed into the studios and recorded his first album, which was praised by critics.

Even if sales didn't immediately follow, he was already learning to familiarize himself with this universe and notably caught the interest of David Bowie.

Mercury and Its Flexibility: One of His Essential Strengths

His Ascendant in Gemini places him doubly under the influence of the Air element, already represented by his solar sign. This enhancement makes him skillful, quick, and flexible, fostering positive evolution and captivating the attention of partners who trust in him.

Mercury, the ruler of his chart, plays a key role in the overall interpretation of his horoscope, being at the heart of many aspects. The planet forms a trine to the Ascendant, facilitating smooth and easy exchanges. Bruce Springsteen undeniably exhibits a sharp intelligence in his demeanor. Mercury drives him to be versatile, expressing various desires and exploring all sorts of artistic avenues.

Moreover, the planet is in sextile with Pluto, lending a particular depth and intensity to his lyrics. This partly explains his expression of contained anger towards American political choices, notably illustrated by his most famous album, Born in the USA.

Despite the misunderstandings surrounding this work, wrongly perceived as a monument of patriotism, Bruce Springsteen's intention was to narrate the story of a Vietnam veteran confronted with the disillusionments of war, thus making this title a plea for peace.

This perspective aligns perfectly with the symbols of Libra, the sign where Mercury resides.

An Emotional Life Between Restraint, Wisdom, but Possible Overflows

Now let's focus on the melancholy induced by Saturn's presence in the 4th house, the house of home and roots. This planet, representing lack, fear of abandonment, but also seriousness and restraint when harmoniously aspected, adds nuances to his personality.

Saturn is in sextile with Venus, favoring fidelity, a value confirmed by a tranquil love life considering his fame.

However, the planet of love, located in the 5th sector, becomes ambiguous, in tension with Mars and in Scorpio, a sign where it is not comfortable, being in exile. This combination describes someone who cultivates modesty and is protected by Saturn, but who can also swing into uncontrolled passion, with the Venus-Mars square creating, under certain transits, physical and emotional urges that are hard to resist.

The artist can also sink into unexplainable sadness: it is important to note that Bruce Springsteen confessed in his autobiography to having suffered from a prolonged latent depression, which led him to withdraw from the stage for several years.

The Support of Mars and the Excess of Jupiter Enhance His Animality

Bruce Springsteen's need to understand what is happening to him, a very Mercurial trait, eventually led him to undergo psychoanalysis, helping him to better analyze his feelings. Recovered, he then embarked on a series of tours around the world. Known for selling millions of records, he is adored for his performances, which are real demonstrations of communicative energy.

We note a tight and therefore very powerful square from Jupiter to his Moon, also in the 5th house, and to Mercury, which balances the wisdom and restraint of his harmonious Saturn, driving him to exceed his limits without fear of giving his all, especially on stage.

Uranus' square, in the first house, to the Sun, similarly drives him to break the mold, daring to liberate himself from propriety and prevailing conformism, to express himself freely, uninhibitedly.

Simultaneously, his Mars in Leo, roaring, conjunct with Pluto and sextile to his famous trio in Libra, likewise gives him the will to commit himself wholeheartedly, with great generosity.

Interestingly, being conjunct with Pluto (the ruler of Scorpio), this Mars enhances his endurance and his need to explore the hidden and invisible realms.

In a 1997 interview with Les Inrockuptibles, Springsteen confided: "I don't want to be isolated, I need to search and find my brothers and sisters. That's the essence of my job. Then, and only then, it's a matter of records, sales figures, magazine covers, etc. Whether you succeed or not, sell well one record and less so the next, it doesn't matter: if you have established an intense connection with the audience, you survive."

This statement reflects several of his natal characteristics: the desire to share with a broad audience, in harmony with Libra and Gemini values, and the intense connection, brought by the Mars-Pluto duo in Scorpio. The Boss is a complex and accomplished artist, who will surely continue to surprise us for a long time.

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Friday, September 23, 1949

Freehold (NJ) (United States)

0°43' Libra

23°25' Libra

22°50' Gemini

28°42' Aquarius

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Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. He has released 21 studio albums, most of which feature his backing band, the E Street Band. Originally from the Jersey Shore, he is an originator of heartland rock, combining mainstream rock musical styles with narrative songs about working class American life. Nicknamed "The Boss", his...

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