SDM (rapper) Biography: Songs, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Siblings, Height, Instagram

Leonard Beni Mosabu—widely recognized by his stage name SDM—is a prominent French rapper of Congolese descent whose powerful baritone and melodic trap sound have reshaped the French rap landscape. He rose from early mixtape recordings to becoming a pivotal artist on Booba’s influential 92i label.

SDM is best known for his platinum albums Ocho and Liens du 100, as well as diamond-certified singles like “Passat” and “Bolide allemand”. His second album, Liens du 100, was released on December 2, 2022. It contained 16 tracks and featured artists such as Green Montana, Niska and Tiakola.

Profile

• Full Name: Leonard Beni Mosabu
• Stage Name: SDM
• Born: 28 November, 1995
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Meudon, Hauts‑de‑Seine, France
• Nationality: French
• Occupation: Rapper, Songwriter
• Height: 2.01 m
• Parents: Mr Mosabu and Mrs Mosabu
• Siblings: 9
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unknown
• Net Worth: $3 million–$5 million

Early Life and Education

Leonard Beni Mosabu was born on November 28, 1995, in Meudon, France, and spent his formative years in Clamart with his mother and nine siblings. His father—who passed away in 2017—was a notable music producer for Congolese stars like Koffi Olomidé and Fally Ipupa, while his mother engaged in humanitarian work in Kinshasa.

Mosabu began writing rap lyrics at age 15 under the pseudonym Sadam Kadafi 92 and dropped out of school in seconde (10th grade) to focus on his passion. Formal higher education was not pursued. He is of Congolese-French ethnicity and though his religious beliefs are not publicly known.

Career

Beni Mosabu began his rap journey in 2011 under the name Sadam Kadafi 92, releasing amateur videos with the Microbe Thug’z crew—skills that gained him recognition in local scenes. After a brief hiatus, he returned in 2015 to release more polished collaborations, catching the attention of major labels.

The turning point came in 2019, when he signed with 432 Inc., grabbed wider notice through a gold-certified feature with PLK, “Jack Fuego,” and secured a deal with Booba’s 92i label.

Under the 92i banner, SDM released his debut album Ocho on April 9, 2021—an 18-track project featuring Booba, PLK, Fally Ipupa, Bramsito, and Koba LaD that debuted at #2 in France and achieved platinum certification. Key singles included “Yakalelo,” “Daddy,” and “Passat” featuring Maes—the latter becoming his first diamond-certified track.

SDM followed up with his second album, Liens du 100, released December 2, 2022. Featuring collaborations with Green Montana, Niska, Tiakola, Zed, and Slkrack, the album peaked at #3 and earned platinum status in 2023. Its hit single “Bolide allemand” became the most streamed song of 2023 in France on Spotify and Apple Music, later achieving diamond certification.

Currently, SDM maintains strong momentum. He released his third album, À la vie à la mort, on September 27, 2024—backed by a major tour culminating with shows at Accor Arena and Zénith in early 2025. He also serves as a juror on Netflix’s Nouvelle École (Season 3), further cementing his cultural influence.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @sdm__92
• TikTok: @sdmocho

Personal Life

SDM remains professionally focused while preserving a low-profile personal life. Public records include that he dropped out of school early and held temporary jobs—for example, as an Amazon warehouse picker—before rap became sustainable.

Discography

Studio Albums:

• Ocho (2021)
• Liens du 100 (2022)
• À la vie à la mort (2024)

Net Worth

SDM, is estimated to have a net worth between $3 and $5 million USD, primarily earned from digital music sales, large-scale concerts, streaming royalties, his partnership with 92i/Universal, and select brand endorsements. His continuous growth and strategic revenue diversification suggest potential for substantial increases in the coming years.