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Currently, JY Young is 74 years, 5 months and 4 days old. JY Young will celebrate 75rd birthday on a Thursday 14th of November 2024. Below we countdown to JY Young upcoming birthday.
Popular As | JY Young |
Occupation | Guitarist |
Age | 74 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Born | November 14, 1949 (Michigan) |
Birthday | November 14 |
Town/City | Michigan |
Nationality | Michigan |
JY Young’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. According to astrologers, Scorpio-born are passionate and assertive people. They are determined and decisive, and will research until they find out the truth. Scorpio is a great leader, always aware of the situation and also features prominently in resourcefulness. Scorpio is a Water sign and lives to experience and express emotions. Although emotions are very important for Scorpio, they manifest them differently than other water signs. In any case, you can be sure that the Scorpio will keep your secrets, whatever they may be.
JY Young was born in the Year of the Ox. Another of the powerful Chinese Zodiac signs, the Ox is steadfast, solid, a goal-oriented leader, detail-oriented, hard-working, stubborn, serious and introverted but can feel lonely and insecure. Takes comfort in friends and family and is a reliable, protective and strong companion. Compatible with Snake or Rooster.
Born James Vincent Young, he is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter who has played lead guitar for the rock band Styx. He has released three solo records.
He graduated from the Illinois Institute of Technology with a a degree in aerospace engineering.
In addition to the Stratocaster guitar, he also plays keyboard, which he started learning at the age of five.
He grew up in Chicago with his family. In 1972, he married Susan Godsted.
The lead singer of TW4, Dennis DeYoung, brought Young on board with TW4, and they went on to become Styx.