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Youssoupha
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| Birth name | Youssoupha Mabiki |
| Born | August 29, 1979 Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo |
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| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | Bomayé Musik |
| Members | solo |
Youssoupha Mabiki (born August 29, 1979), known as Youssoupha, is a French rapper. He comes from a family with roots in both the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Senegal.
About Youssoupha's Life
Youssoupha was born in Kinshasa, which is in the Democratic Republic of Congo. His father, Tabu Ley Rochereau, was a famous musician and a political figure. His mother was from Senegal.
When Youssoupha was 10 years old, he moved to France. He lived with relatives in different cities like Beziers and Sartrouville. He studied hard and earned high grades in school.
After finishing his studies, he decided to focus on music. He first joined a group with two friends called Frères Lumières. They released a single song. He also worked on other music projects with different bands.
Youssoupha released his first solo music project in 2005. It was called Eternel Recommencement. In 2007, he released his first full album, À chaque frère. This album included songs with other well-known rappers like Diam's and Kool Shen.
His second album, Sur les chemins du retour, came out in 2009. He also went on an international tour. In 2012, he released his third album, Noir désir. This album featured many artists, including his own father, Tabu Ley Rochereau.
Awards and Honors
Youssoupha has been recognized for his music.
In 2014, he was nominated for "Best Francophone" at the MTV Africa Music Awards. This award celebrates artists who sing in French.
In 2016, he received a special honor from France. He was named a Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters. This is a high award given to people who have done great things in the arts and literature.
Youssoupha's Music
Youssoupha has released many albums and singles. His music often shares important messages.
Some of his popular albums include:
- À chaque frère (2007)
- Sur les chemins du retour (2009)
- Noir Désir (2012)
- NGRTD (2015)
- Polaroïd Experience (2018)
- Neptune Terminus (2021)
He has also released many singles, which are individual songs. Some of his well-known singles include "Menace de mort" and "Dreamin'". He has also worked with many other artists on their songs.
