"Today's Jack White's birthday. Let's talk about Jack White. Jack White was born John Anthony Gillies on this day, July 9th in 1975 in Detroit, Michigan. Growing up as the youngest of 10 children, White developed an early passion for music and taught himself to play multiple instruments. Before finding global success, he worked as a master upholsterer, even operating his own business called Third Man Upholstery. In 1997, he formed the iconic garage rock duo, the White Stripes, with drummer Meg White. To keep the public focused on the art, the pair famously masqueraded as brother and sister, hiding the fact that they were actually a divorced couple. Combining raw blues, punk, and a strict rule of only using three colors, red, white, and black, they became one of the most influential rock and roll acts of the 2000s. The White Stripes released a string of legendary albums, including White Blood Cells, Elephant, and Get Behind Me, Satan. Hit singles like Fell in Love with a Girl, Blue Orchid, and Seven Nation Army launched them into international superstardom. Driven by simple, driving guitar riff, Seven Nation Army has since evolved into one of the defining global sports anthem of the modern era, chanted by millions in stadiums worldwide. Beyond the duo, White expanded his genius through projects like The Racketers, The Dead Weather, and the highly successful Solo Courier. He registered the name for his record label, Third Man Records, back in 2001, eventually opening its legendary physical vinyl headquarters in Nashville in 2009. Renowned for his distinctive guitar styles, absolute dedication to analog recording, and preservation of Root's music history, Jack White will forever be one of the ultimate rock and roll visionaries of his generation. Happy birthday, Jack White. I'm gonna miss you."