Orelsan Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Albums, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Aurélien Cotentin, known by his stage name Orelsan, is a French rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and director who has become a leading voice in French hip-hop. Rising to prominence with his debut album Perdu d’avance (2009), he gained widespread acclaim for his introspective lyrics and sharp social commentary.

Orelsan is best known for his trilogy of albums—Perdu d’avance, Le chant des sirènes (2011), and La fête est finie (2017)—which earned multiple Victoires de la Musique awards.

His work extends to acting and directing, notably co-directing the series Blox (2021) and the documentary Don’t Make Noise So as Not to Wake Up (2022), cementing his influence in French pop culture.

Profile

• Full Name: Aurélien Cotentin
• Stage Name: Orelsan
• Born: 1 August, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Birthplace: Alençon, Orne, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Actor, Director
• Height: 1.76m
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Clément Cotentin
• Partner: Ahélya Randriambolaina
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not Married
• Net Worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Aurélien Cotentin, known as Orelsan, was born on August 1, 1982, in Alençon, Orne, France. Raised by his father, a school principal, and his mother, a teacher, alongside his older brother, Clément Cotentin, he grew up in a middle-class family.

His early exposure to music came through his brother’s CD collection, sparking his interest in rap. Orelsan attended Lycée Gabriel in Caen and later earned a degree in management from EM Normandie Business School in 2004.

He is of French ethnicity, and his religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Aurélien Cotentin, known as Orelsan, began his career uploading tracks to MySpace in the early 2000s, gaining attention with his provocative single “Saint-Valentin” in 2006. His debut album, Perdu d’avance (2009), featured hits like “Changement” and established his raw, humorous style, though its explicit lyrics stirred controversy.

Collaborating with producer Skread and rapper Gringe as the duo Casseurs Flowters, he released the album Orelsan et Gringe sont les Casseurs Flowters (2013). His second solo album, Le chant des sirènes (2011), won a Victoire de la Musique for Urban Music Album, marking his rise in French rap.

Orelsan’s career peaked with La fête est finie (2017), a triple-platinum album featuring hits like “Basique” and “Tout va bien,” earning two Victoires de la Musique awards in 2018 for Urban Music Album and Male Artist. The album’s reissue, Épilogue (2018), included collaborations with artists like Damso and Dizzee Rascal.

He ventured into acting with Comment c’est loin (2015), a film tied to his Casseurs Flowters project, and lent his voice to One Piece: Red (2022) as Luffy. His directorial work includes co-directing the series Blox (2021) and the documentary Don’t Make Noise So as Not to Wake Up (2022), which won awards at the Fipadoc festival.

Currently, Orelsan remains a dominant figure in French music with his 2021 album Civilisation, the best-selling album in France that year, featuring tracks like “L’odeur de l’essence” and earning three Victoires de la Musique in 2022. His 2023 single “Du propre” and ongoing work with Casseurs Flowters keep him relevant.

He performed at major venues like Bercy and headlined festivals in 2024. Orelsan’s influence lies in his storytelling, blending humor, social critique, and vulnerability, inspiring a new generation of French rappers.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @orelsan
• Facebook Handle: Orelsan
• Twitter Handle: @Orel_san

Personal Life

Orelsan, has been in a long-term relationship with Ahélya Randriambolaina since 2006, whom he met while working as a night porter in Caen. The couple married in 2021 after 15 years together, maintaining a low-profile personal life. They have no children.

Discography

• Perdu d’avance (2009)
• Le chant des sirènes (2011)
• Orelsan et Gringe sont les Casseurs Flowters (2013, with Gringe)
• La fête est finie (2017)
• Épilogue (2018, reissue of La fête est finie)
• Civilisation (2021)
• Singles: “Saint-Valentin” (2006), “Changement” (2009), “Basique” (2017), “L’odeur de l’essence” (2021), “Du propre” (2023)

Filmography

• Comment c’est loin (2015) – Orel
• One Piece: Red (2022) – Luffy (voice, French dub)
• Blox (2021, TV series) – Co-director
• Don’t Make Noise So as Not to Wake Up (2022, documentary) – Co-director

Net Worth

Orelsan, has an estimated net worth of $10 million USD. His wealth is primarily derived from his successful music career, with best-selling albums like Civilisation and extensive touring, including sold-out shows at Bercy. His work in film, television, and directing, such as Blox and Don’t Make Noise So as Not to Wake Up, along with brand endorsements and merchandise through his 7th Magnitude label, further bolsters his financial success.