Quincy Jones | 3/14/1933| 88

Quincy Jones is one of the most well-known names in the music industry, thanks to his contributions over six decades. Jones is a musician first before he made a mark as a songwriter and producer. Among the musicians that gave credit to him for his contributions to their career are Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Paul Simon, and Michael Jackson, to name a few. Jones was a notable jazz player, too, and has released his album too. But after gaining attention for his musical arrangements, the musician went to Paris to study under Nadia Boulanger. More importantly, this helped him become better at his craft.

Jones became a Grammy Award nominee 80 times and was able to bring home 28 of them. He received an Honorary Doctorate from his former school, Berklee College of Music. He also received an introduction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013. His impressive career is one for the books.