Jul (rapper) facts for kids
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| Birth name | Julien François Alain Mari |
| Also known as | Le J, L'Ovni, La Machine or Ju-Ju-Jul |
| Born | 14 January 1990 Marseille, France |
| Genres | Hip hop, hip-house |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Labels | D'Or et de Platine |
Julien Mari, known by his stage name Jul, is a very popular French rapper, singer, and music producer. He was born on January 14, 1990, in Marseille, France.
Jul is one of the most successful artists in French rap history. By February 2020, he had sold over 4 million albums, making him the top-selling artist in French rap. By April 2022, this number grew to 5.5 million albums sold. He is known for releasing a lot of music, often putting out at least two albums every year.
About Jul
Julien François Alain Mari was born in Marseille on January 14, 1990. He grew up in a part of Marseille called Saint-Jean du Désert.
Jul's Music Career
Jul started his music journey by releasing his first song, "Sors le cross volé", in November 2013. Soon after, in February 2014, he released his first album, "Dans ma paranoïa". This album was released with an independent music company called Liga One Industry.
Jul quickly became known for releasing a lot of music. Since he started, he has released at least two albums every year. Many of his albums have been very successful, earning "platinum" or even "diamond" awards, which means they sold a huge number of copies.
In 2015, Jul decided to leave Liga One Industry. He then started his own music label called "D'Or et de Platine". This allowed him to release his music independently. In 2017, his album "My World" won a special award called "Urban Music Album of the Year" at the 32nd Victoires de la Musique, which is a big music award show in France.
By February 2020, Jul had become the best-selling artist in French rap history. He achieved this amazing success by the age of 30, having sold more than 4 million albums in just six years.
In January 2023, Jul's record label, D'Or et de Platine, became a sponsor for his hometown football team, Olympique de Marseille. This was a special moment for him, connecting his music with his childhood club.
A very important moment happened on May 8, 2024. Jul had the honor of lighting the Olympic flame in Marseille as it arrived in France for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This was a huge recognition of his popularity and connection to his city.
Jul's Music
Jul has released many successful albums and singles throughout his career. His music often reaches high positions on the music charts in France, Belgium, and Switzerland. He is known for his unique style and for collaborating with many other artists.
