Jim Morrison, born on December 8, 1943, is an iconic rock singer and songwriter. He went from being a student at Florida State University and U.C.L.A. to becoming one of the most influential rock musicians the world has ever seen. He was in constant trouble with the law and struggled with substance abuse, but Morrison’s musical talent overshadowed all of this. He was a charismatic leader who got the best results from his band members. His death left a massive gap in his band, The Doors, and they ended up splitting two years later. Let us help you celebrate this Rock music enigma.
Fast Facts
Full Name:
James Douglas Morrison
Nickname:
American Poet, Dionysus, Erotic Politician, Mr. Mojo Risin', The Lizard King
Birth date:
December 08, 1943
Death date:
July 03, 1971
Age:
27 years, 6 months
Zodiac Sign:
Sagittarius
Height:
5' 11"
Relationship Status:
Married
Net Worth:
$20.0 million
Background
Jim Morrison left a huge mark on the world of Rock when he died. In him, people saw things they could only imagine but would never dare to do. He was a bundle of talent and unbridled freedom. Morrison was born on December 8, 1943, in Melbourne, Florida, United States. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius, and his ethnicity is part Scottish and part Irish. His father, George Morrison, was in the U.S. Navy, which meant they had to move frequently. Early in his life, he was a voracious reader, and he loved poetry.He graduated from U.C.L.A.’s film school in 1965 and lived in Venice Beach, California, for several months. While there, he formed The Doors, a music band, and he wrote many of the songs the band would later perform and record. In 1966, Morrison used his experience with film production to produce a promotional video for The Door’s single ‘Break On Through (To the Other Side)’ (1966). His band signed with Elektra Records, a record label, in 1967, and they released their first album, “The Doors” in the same year.He also wrote poetry, and his first published works were “The Lords — Notes on Vision” and “The Lords — The New Creatures,” both published in 1969. Incidentally, those were his only poems published while he was alive. He also recorded some of his poems in a professional recording studio. His other poetry works like “Wilderness” (1988) and “The American Night” (1990) were published after he died. Morrison recorded six albums with The Doors, and he relocated to Paris, France, in 1971 to focus solely on writing poetry. He died shortly after arriving in Paris.
Career timeline
Morrison graduates from U.C.L.A.'s film school.
Morrison partners with Ray Manzarek to form The Doors in Los Angeles.
The band drops a self-titled album that becomes an instant success.
Morrison puts his imagination into writing and publishes "The Lords — Notes on Vision" and "The Lords — The New Creatures.
Morrison decides to move to Paris so that he can focus on writing poems.
Morrison is found lifeless in a bathtub, but no autopsy is carried out to ascertain the cause of death.
Jim Morrison FAQs
What happened to Jim Morrison?
Morrison relocated to Paris, France; shortly after that, he died of suspected heart failure.
Why is Morrison so famous?
Many people saw a reflection of the results of their battles in Morrison; they could relate to him, and they hoped to be like him.
Who inherited Morrison's estate?
Pamela Courson, Morrison’s common-law wife.
5 Surprising Facts
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He loved frightening passengers
Morrison owned a Mustang, and he would drive at top speed in alleys.
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His favorite Blues musician was Jimmy Reed
Morrison's favorite Reed song is 'Baby What You Want Me To Do?'
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Nuns rescued him
Morrison once overdosed on Hash in Amsterdam, and some Catholic nuns saved his life.
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He was arrested on stage twice
On more than one occasion, Morrison was arrested on stage for exposing himself indecently and inciting a riot.
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He told people his parents were dead
Morrison's father was a Naval officer, and he disapproved of Morrison's way of life — leading to an estranged relationship with his parents.
Why We Love Jim Morrison
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He pursued his happiness
Morrison always pursued whatever would make him happy. Life is short, and we think people should do things that make them genuinely happy.
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He had good leadership qualities
Morrison's leadership was the bond that held his band together. His band, The Doors, split up two years after he died.
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He exposed the unfair judicial system
Morrison explained how the judicial system treated African Americans and other poor people differently. We love his honesty and his disdain for unfairness.
Jim Morrison’s birthday dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | December 8 | Thursday |
| 2023 | December 8 | Friday |
| 2024 | December 8 | Sunday |
| 2025 | December 8 | Monday |
| 2026 | December 8 | Tuesday |
