Al Green - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 13, 1946 |
|---|---|
| Age | 79 |
| Birthplace | Forrest City, Arkansas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Al Green's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Classic soul hits such as "Let's Stay Together" and "Tired of Being Alone"; pioneering the Memphis soul sound. |
Intro
Al Green is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known for his soul hits of the early 1970s including "Let's Stay Together" and "Tired of Being Alone." Renowned for his uniquely expressive voice, Green is considered one of the most influential soul artists in music history. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995.
Early Life & Background
Al Green was born Albert Leornes Greene on April 13, 1946, in Forrest City, Arkansas, the sixth of ten children. He began performing with his brothers in a gospel group, the Greene Brothers, before the family relocated to Grand Rapids, Michigan. As a teenager, he was exposed to secular music, particularly the work of Jackie Wilson, which influenced his vocal style.
Career Highlights
- Released several best-selling soul singles in the 1970s, including "Let's Stay Together," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995.
- Received 11 Grammy Awards, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Shifted to gospel music in the late 1970s, becoming a pastor while continuing to record and perform.
Trivia
- Green survived a violent attack in 1974 when a woman poured boiling grits on him before taking her own life.
- He founded the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church in Memphis, Tennessee, where he has served as pastor for decades.
FAQs
People also ask
Al Green is 79 years old.
Al Green was born the 13 April 1946.
Forrest City, Arkansas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 13th, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 13, 1946, the International Military Tribunal for the Far East began proceedings to hold Japanese leaders accountable for war crimes committed during World War II. This tribunal was a significant step in post-war justice.
- Day of the week: April 13th, 1946 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
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