Youssoupha

Rapper

Birthday August 29, 1979

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace DR Congo

Age 45 years old

#213,412 Most Popular

About

Rapper who has won acclaim for his socially-conscious, politically-charged rhymes, as heard on tracks like "Dreamin'," "On Se Connaît" and "Menace de Mort." He has served as a songwriting teacher on the French reality show Popstars. 

Before Fame

He lived in the Democratic Republic of the Congo before moving to France at age 10. He dedicated himself to music after earning his Master's degree. 

Trivia

He was nominated for an MTV Africa Music Award for Best Francophone in 2014.

Family Life

His full name is Youssoupha Mabiki. He is the son of musician and political figure Tabu Ley Rochereau.

Associated With

His single "Dreamin'" features singer Indila.