Mokobé Biography: Age, Net Worth, Girlfriend, Songs, Movies, Awards, Religion, Instagram, Ethnicity

Mokobé Traoré, professionally known as Mokobé, is a French rapper, songwriter, and actor who rose to prominence in the late 1990s as a founding member of the influential hip-hop group 113.

He initially gained widespread recognition following the success of the group’s 1999 album Les Princes de la ville, a landmark release that blended French rap with African cultural influences and helped redefine urban music in France.

His profile expanded further through a successful solo career, highlighted by the 2007 album Mon Afrique, which showcased his commitment to connecting contemporary hip-hop with traditional African sounds and international collaborations.

Mokobé
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Mokobé Traoré
Stage Name:	Mokobé
Born:	24 May 1976 (age 50 years old)
Place of Birth:	Saint-Maurice, Val-de-Marne, France
Nationality:	French-Malian
Ethnicity:	Malian-Senegalese-Mauritanian
Religion:	Islam
Parents:	Father of Malian-Senegalese descent and mother of Malian-Mauritanian descent
Siblings:	Twelve brothers and sisters
Occupation:	Rapper, Songwriter, and Actor
Net Worth:	$2 million dollars

Early Life and Education

Mokobé Traoré, professionally known as Mokobé, was born on 24 May 1976 in Saint-Maurice, France, and is now 50 years old. He was raised in Vitry-sur-Seine, a suburb of Paris known for its multicultural communities.

Growing up in a large family alongside twelve brothers and sisters, he was strongly influenced by West African traditions, music, and Islamic values.

Born to a father of Malian-Senegalese heritage and a mother of Malian-Mauritanian descent, he developed a strong connection to his African roots from an early age. He attended local schools in the Val-de-Marne region and completed his basic education there.

Personal Life

Mokobé keeps his private life away from public attention. Information regarding his spouse, children, and romantic relationships has not been publicly confirmed.

He has maintained a strong connection to Mali throughout his life and has frequently supported cultural and humanitarian initiatives across West Africa.

In recognition of his efforts to strengthen cultural ties between France and Mali, he was awarded the title of Knight of the National Order of Mali in 2009.

Career

Mokobé began his professional music career in 1994 when he co-founded the rap group 113 alongside Rim’K and AP. The trio quickly became one of the leading voices of French hip-hop and achieved mainstream success with the release of Les Princes de la ville in 1999.

As a member of 113, he contributed not only as a performer but also as a creative force behind the group’s public image and artistic direction.

The group’s success earned major industry recognition and helped establish the Mafia K’1 Fry collective as a powerful movement within French urban music.

In 2007, he launched his solo career with the release of Mon Afrique, an album that celebrated African culture through collaborations with prominent artists including Youssou N’Dour and Salif Keita.

He continued this musical direction with Africa Forever in 2011, further strengthening his reputation as a bridge between African and European music.

Beyond music, he expanded into film and screenwriting, contributing to projects such as Il était une fois dans l’oued and appearing in the comedy film Neuilly sa mère!. He remains active in music, entertainment, and cultural initiatives.

Awards

• Victoires de la Musique for Rap/Groove Album of the Year with 113 (2000)
• Victoires de la Musique for Audience Revelation of the Year with 113 (2000)
• Knight of the National Order of Mali (2009)

Net Worth

Mokobé‘s estimated net worth is 2 million dollars. His income is derived from music sales, streaming revenue, concert performances, film appearances, songwriting credits, and various entertainment projects accumulated throughout his career.

Filmography

• Il était une fois dans l’oued (2005)
• Neuilly sa mère! (2009)
• Neuilly sa mère, sa mère! (2018)

Discography

• Ni barreaux ni barrières ni frontières (1998)
• Les Princes de la ville (1999)
• Foutu sbeul (2000)
• 113 fout le sbey (2002)
• Dans l’urgence (2003)
• 113 Degrés (2005)
• Mon Afrique (2007)
• Universel (2010)
• Africa Forever (2011)