Koffi Olomide

World Music Singer

Birthday July 13, 1956

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Kisangani, DR Congo

Age 68 years old

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About

Congolese singer, composer, and dancer whose band Quartier Latin celebrated its twentieth anniversary in 2006.

Before Fame

He earned a Bachelor's degree in business economics before starting a career in music. He played in the band Viva la Musica in the 1970s.

Trivia

His album Haut de Gamme: Koweït, Rive Gauche was listed in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.

Family Life

He had seven children, including model Didi Stone Olomide.

Associated With

He was born in the same country as NBA player Serge Ibaka.