Rohff Biography: Age, Albums, Net Worth, Height, Career, Children, Songs

Housni Mkouboi, known professionally as Rohff, is a Franco-Comorian rapper and actor, celebrated for his influential role in French hip-hop as a founder of the Mafia K’1 Fry collective and for his solo work, including the chart-topping single “Qui est l’exemple?” (2002).

His stage name, Rohff (sometimes stylized as Roh2f), stands for “Rimeur Original Hardcore Flow Fluide” or “Rimeur Offensif Honorant le Fond et la Forme.” With 11 studio albums and over 2.2 million records sold, he is one of France’s most prominent rappers, known for his incisive lyrics addressing social issues and street life.

His contributions to music and his clothing brand, Distinct, have solidified his status as a cultural figure in French rap.

Profile

• Full Name: Housni Mkouboi
• Stage Name: Rohff
• Born: 15 December, 1977
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Antananarivo, Madagascar
• Nationality: French, Comorian
• Occupation: Rapper, Actor, Entrepreneur
• Height: 1.82 m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Mkouboi
• Siblings: Jalloud Mkouboi, Ikbal Mkouboi
• Spouse: None
• Children: 4
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Housni Mkouboi, was born on December 15, 1977, in Antananarivo, Madagascar, was raised in Mbéni, Comoros, by his mother alongside his two brothers, Jalloud and Ikbal, and a sister after his parents’ separation.

At age seven, he moved to France with his mother, settling in Saint-Ouen, Seine-Saint-Denis, and later Vitry-sur-Seine, Val-de-Marne. Speaking only Comorian initially, he worked diligently to master French.

Specific details about his formal education are not publicly available, but his immersion in the vibrant rap scene of Val-de-Marne shaped his artistic development. His ethnicity is Comorian, and he is a practicing Muslim.

Career

Rohff began his career in the early 1990s, influenced by American rappers like Tupac and Notorious B.I.G. At 14, he started rapping at a local youth center in Vitry-sur-Seine, connecting with artists like Rim’K and AP of 113, and later Manu Key and Kery James, forming the collective L’Union, which evolved into Mafia K’1 Fry.

His first major exposure came in 1998 with the mixtape Première Classe, featuring the track “On fait les choses” alongside Nèg’ Marrons, Mystik, and Pit Baccardi, marking his debut in a music video. In 1999, he contributed to Mafia K’1 Fry’s EP Légendaire and released his debut solo album, Le Code de l’honneur, on Phénomène Records, a critical success with tracks like “Génération sacrifiée”.

Rohff’s breakthrough came with his second album, La Vie avant la mort (2001), on Hostile Records, which sold over 175,000 copies. The single “Qui est l’exemple?”, featuring Kayliah, topped French charts for three weeks, sold 800,000 copies, and earned two NRJ Music Awards nominations in 2003.

His third album, La Fierté des nôtres (2004), a double album with 30 tracks, went gold and was nominated for a Victoires de la Musique award. In 2005, Au-delà de mes limites, another double album, also achieved gold status. After leaving Mafia K’1 Fry in the mid-2000s due to artistic differences, he maintained ties with Kery James and co-founded the group T1kiet with Kamelancien, though it disbanded shortly after.

Currently, Rohff remains a towering figure in French rap, with recent work including his 2023 album Fitna and collaborations like “Le feat que je tenais à faire” with Lino and Le Rat Luciano in 2024. His 2013 album P.D.R.G. marked a strong return, though it sold below expectations.

He has ventured into acting, voicing a character in Arthur et les Minimoys (2006) and appearing in the Scarface: The World Is Yours video game soundtrack. Despite legal troubles, including a 2007 prison sentence for weapons possession and a 2014 assault charge, Rohff’s influence endures through his clothing brand Distinct and his socially conscious lyrics, resonating with fans who view him as a voice for marginalized communities.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @surnaturelbyrohff
• Facebook Handle: Rohff Officiel
• Twitter Handle: @rohff

Personal Life

Rohff, is a father of four sons, including Kaïs, from his relationship with Maeva Anissa, a former NRJ 12 chronicler. He has never been married and is currently single.

His personal life has faced scrutiny due to legal issues, including a 2007 conviction for threatening his brother with a firearm, resulting in a five-month prison sentence, and a 2014 assault incident in a Paris clothing store, leading to detention. In 2016, domestic violence allegations by his wife and Maeva Anissa were withdrawn.

Discography

• Le Code de l’honneur (1999)
• La Vie avant la mort (2001)
• La Fierté des nôtres (2004)
• Au-delà de mes limites (2005)
• Le Code de l’horreur (2008)
• La Cuenta (2010)
• P.D.R.G. (2013)
• Rohff Game (2015)
• Surnaturel (2018)
• Grand Monsieur (2021)
• Fitna (2023)

Net Worth

Rohff has an estimated net worth of $4 million USD, built through his successful music career, with over 2.2 million albums and 1.1 million singles sold, including the hit “Qui est l’exemple?” His clothing brand, Distinct, co-founded with his brother Ikbal, and acting roles, such as in Arthur et les Minimoys, contribute to his wealth.