Cheb Bilal Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Career, Real Name

Bilal Mouffok, known by his stage name Cheb Bilal, is an Algerian raï singer whose voice became known initially for performances at weddings and festivals in Oran.

As he refined his musical skills at the conservatory and formed his group El Ahouar in the early 1980s, his career shifted with a move to Marseille in 1989, opening broader audiences.

Profile

• Full name: Bilal Mouffok
• Nickname: Cheb Bilal
• Date of birth: 23 July 1966
• Age: 59 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Cherchell, Algeria
• Nationality: Algerian
• Profession: Singer (raï)
• Parents: Parents divorced when he was young; raised by his grandparents
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: N/A
• Net worth: US$3.3 million

Early Life and Education

Cheb Bilal is now 59 years old, having been born on 23 July 1966. He was born in Cherchell, Algeria, but spent much of his youth in the city of Oran.

His parents divorced when he was about three months old, and he was raised by his grandparents. He attended the conservatory of music in Oran, where he studied formal musical training.

Personal Life

Cheb Bilal appears to lead a private personal life, with few details disclosed publicly beyond his upbringing and family early in life.

Career

Cheb Bilal’s career in music began early: in Oran, he performed at weddings and local festivals. In 1980 he created the group El Ahouar. In 1989 he moved to Marseille, France.

That relocation marked a shift: working in France allowed him to reach wider audiences and to refine his sound.

His first major album, Babor Li Jebni (“the boat that brought me”), came out in 1997, achieving success in Algeria particularly with songs like Ghorba and L’hem. Over the years, he released many albums and singles.

Among his notable works are Darja Darja, Sidi Sidi, Di Ayza Kalam, Te Quiero, Wayli Wayli, La Naza, Bravo Aalik, Romantique, Vida Loca and many others.

He signed with labels including RedSone, Sun House, and AVM Edition. He blends traditional raï with modern touches (electronic sounds and production) while sustaining traditional instrumentation.

Net Worth

Cheb Bilal’s net worth is estimated at approximately US$3.3 million. This estimate derives in part from his YouTube channel revenues, streaming, performances, and record sales.

Social Media

• Instagram: @bilalmoufokofficiel
• Twitter/X: @chebbilal2014
• YouTube: Cheb Bilal

Discography

• Babor Li Jebni (1997)
• Ghorba Wel Hemm (1997)
• Ouled Horma (1999)
• Darja Darja (1999)
• Best Of (2006)
• Te Quiero (2007)
• Gouli Gouli (2009)
• Sidi Sidi (2012)
• Romantique (2013)
• Vida Loca (2014)
• La Naza (2016)
• Wayli Wayli (2018)
• Bravo Aalik (2019)
• Même Pas Appel (2020)
• Motou (2021)
• Let Her Go (2022)