Dani Mocanu Biography: Age, Net Worth, Songs, Brother, Controversies, YouTube

Dani Mocanu is a Romanian singer celebrated for blending manele with elements of trap and rap, earning rapid recognition online.

He first gained widespread attention with his 2016 debut album “Nu dau înapoi,” which drew millions of views on YouTube and helped establish him in Romania’s music industry.

Profile

• Full name: Daniel Marian Mocanu
• Nickname: Dani
• Date of birth: September 3, 1992
• Age: 33 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Bradu Commune, Argeș County, Romania
• Nationality: Romanian
• Profession: Singer, songwriter
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: Ionuț Nando (brother)
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: N/A
• Religion: Eastern Orthodox Christianity
• Ethnicity: Romani
• Net worth: €2 million

Early Life and Education

Daniel Marian Mocanu is now 33 years old. Born on September 3, 1992, in Bradu Commune, Argeș County, Romania, he grew up within a Romani community.

His brother, Ionuț Nando, is the only publicly known sibling. Details about his parents remain undisclosed.

He attended Ion C. Brătianu National College in Pitești, where he played football for the FC Argeș Pitești junior team and later for FCSB’s junior squad before opting to pursue music.

While academically unremarkable, his music teacher, Maria Cosmescu, encouraged him to follow a musical path rather than continue in sport after high school graduation in the early 2010s.

Personal Life

Dani Mocanu maintains a private personal life.

There is no confirmed information about any spouse or details regarding long-term romantic partners.

Although it is believed that he may have children, none have been publicly verified.

Career

Dani Mocanu began releasing music around 2013 under the Big Man Music label.

He developed a distinctive style fusing traditional Romanian manele with rap and trap elements, often centered on themes like justice, faith, street life, and defiance of authority.

His album “Nu dau înapoi” (2016) opened the door to broader fame, followed by “Acuzat” in 2018 and “Acuzați‑mă De Hituri” in 2019.

Despite announcing a retirement in January 2021, he returned to music within seven months and resumed producing songs and touring.

He also performs folk violin music at private events.

His YouTube channel has garnered millions of subscribers and views, making him one of Romania’s most-watched artists online.

Awards

• YouTube Gold Creator Award – achieved after surpassing one million subscribers.

Net worth

Dani Mocanu’s net worth is estimated at roughly €2 million, derived from music streams, YouTube ad revenue, private performances, merchandise, and paid appearances.

Controversy

In September 2017, Mocanu was arrested and accused of leading a criminal group involved in pimping, money laundering, and human trafficking, allegedly sending young women from Romania to work in the UK and Ireland.

In early 2020 he faced legal action for incitement to hatred and discrimination following the release of the song “Curwa” which was viewed as encouraging violence against women; in April 2021 he received a six-month prison sentence with execution and a fine for hate speech.

In November 2020, authorities launched a criminal investigation into animal cruelty after a video showing a malnourished lion in his presence went public.

In August 2022, he and his brother were implicated in an attempted murder incident at a gas station, leading to house arrest; he was released in October 2022.

Social Media

• Instagram: @danimocanu.oficial
• Twitter/X: @danimocanu11111
• TikTok: @danimocanustarulromaniei
• YouTube: danimocanuoficial

Discography

• Nu dau înapoi (2016)
• Acuzat (2018)
• Acuzați‑mă De Hituri (2019)