Didine Canon 16 Biography: Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Songs, Albums, Real Name, Controversy

Didine Canon 16, born as Khireddine Youcef, is an Algerian rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer who has made his name through both underground and mainstream music in the Maghreb.

He first drew wide attention with the track “Akhtini” in 2015, which exposed him to a larger audience.

Over time he shifted styles, collaborating internationally and experimenting with drill, trap, and UK-hip hop inflections, expanding his popularity.

Profile

• Full name: Khireddine Youcef
• Nickname: Didine Canon 16
• Date of birth: 2 January 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Staouéli, Algiers, Algeria
• State of origin: Algiers
• Nationality: Algerian
• Profession: Rapper, singer-songwriter, music producer
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Ex-wife Yasmine (married, separated)
• Children: Three children
• Relationship status: Divorced/separated from Yasmine
• Net worth: US$2.5 million

Early Life and education

Khireddine Youcef is now 32 years old.

He was born on 2 January 1993 in Staouéli, Algiers, and comes from a family originally from Mila.

From a young age he was involved in music, entering the underground scene around 2012.

There is little information about his formal schooling, what level he reached, which schools he attended, or whether he undertook higher education.

His upbringing in Algeria exposed him to the local cultures and social realities that later feed into his lyrical content.

Personal Life

Didine Canon 16 was married to a woman named Yasmine; the couple share three children.

However, at some point after marriage they separated.

Yasmine later announced a fourth pregnancy in 2024.

Career

Didine Canon 16 began his musical journey in the underground rap scene of Algeria around 2012.

His first major public success came with the release of the song “Akhtini” in 2015.

As social media and streaming platforms became more prominent, he used them to amplify his reach.

In 2018 he released “Aicha la vie,” a music video directed by Stefan Redjimi and filmed in Dubai, which further increased his visibility; by mid-2023 it had gathered many tens of millions of views.

He is signed to Chabaka Net among other partnerships, and his musically varied repertoire includes drill, trap, rap hardcore and styles that address both social issues and personal themes.

Some of his songs have broken view-count records shortly after release; for example “El Ma9youd” reached over a million views in less than 24 hours.

He has also engaged in collaborations with regional and international artists, including a track released with Egyptian artist Mohamed Ramadan.

Net worth

Didine Canon 16 net worth is estimated at around US$2.5 million.

This estimate is based on earnings from streaming, YouTube revenue, concert performances, brand deals, collaborations, and music sales.

Controversy

Didine Canon 16 has been involved in public controversies and “clashes” with other artists.

In December 2020, the Moroccan rapper 7liwa publicly dissed him in a song titled “Trump.”

He has also cancelled concerts, for example in Constantine, due to crowd control issues or public pressure.

Some of his lyrics have drawn criticism for content or style.

Social Media

• Instagram: @didine.canon16.off
• X: @didinecanon16
• YouTube: Didine Canon 16

Filmography

• Ahwal Nass 2

Discography

• Atlantis (2021)
• Phenix (2024)
• Seven Souls (2023)
• The Fallen Angel (2023)
• Vladimir (2024)
• Khamsa (2024)
• Barberousse (2025)