Innoss’B Biography: Singles, Ethnicity, Parents, Net Worth, Awards, Girlfriend, Instagram

Innocent Didace Balume, professionally known as Innoss’B, is a Congolese singer-songwriter, rapper, percussionist, dancer, and philanthropist widely recognized for pioneering the AfroCongo genre, a fusion of traditional Congolese rumba, ndombolo, folklore, and modern influences like Afrobeats and hip-hop.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Innocent Didace Balume
• Stage Name: Innoss’B
• Born: May 5, 1997
• Age: 28 years old
• Birthplace: Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Nationality: Congolese
• Occupation: Singer-Songwriter, Rapper, Percussionist, Dancer, And Philanthropist
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: 5
• Spouse: None
• Partner: Rebo Tchulo (ex)
• Children: 1
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Innocent Didace Balume was born on May 5, 1997, in Goma, North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, into a musical family; his father was a dancer and his mother a church cantor.

He is the youngest of six children, with several older siblings also involved in music.

Raised in the war-affected Mikeno (Birere) area near Gisenyi, Rwanda, he developed an early passion for music, inspired by Michael Jackson and his family’s performances, and began singing in church choirs and playing the djembe at a young age.

Details about his formal education are not publicly disclosed. His ethnicity is Congolese, and his religion is unknown or not publicly specified.

Career

Innoss’B launched his career at age six as part of the family group Maisha Soul, which won the 2007 Revelation Award at the Goma Tourism Fair.

His breakthrough came at 12 when he won the inaugural Vodacom Superstar contest in the DRC with over a million votes, leading to a collaboration with Akon on Up and Away and signing with Interglobe Music.

He released his debut album Innocent Vol.1 in 2013, blending Afrobeat, hip-hop, and Congolese styles, while building a reputation through local performances and djembe mastery.

He rose to continental fame in the mid-2010s with collaborations like Eloko with Werrason (2015) and Elengi with Koffi Olomidé (2016), followed by the 2017 maxi-single Plus featuring the viral hit Ozo Beta Mabe, which amassed millions of views and propelled him internationally.

Tracks like the Yo Pe remix with Diamond Platnumz became massive across Africa. He released his second album Mortal 06 in 2021 and continued with Afrocongo Planaet in 2023, earning acclaim for innovative fusions and philanthropy through music addressing social themes.

Innoss’B remains a leading voice in African music, with recent releases including the 2024 EP Calcul (featuring tracks like Number One, Sete, and Chantier) and ongoing collaborations with artists like Zuchu, Awilo Longomba, and others.

His influence spans streaming charts, awards (including Best Central African Artist wins at events like the Headies), and humanitarian efforts, cementing his legacy as a young pioneer in AfroCongo and global African pop.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @officialinnossb
• Facebook Handle: Innoss’B

Personal Life

Innoss’B was previously in a relationship with fellow Congolese singer Rebo Tchulo, and the two share a child together, though they have since gone their separate ways.

Despite public interest in his personal affairs, he maintains a relatively private family life, choosing instead to keep the spotlight on his music career, philanthropic efforts, and ongoing role in promoting Congolese culture on the global stage.

Discography

• Innocent Vol.1 (2013)
• Plus (maxi-single, 2017)
• Mortal 06 (2021)
• Afrocongo Planaet (2023)
• Calcul (EP, 2024)

Net Worth

Innoss’B has an estimated net worth of $5 million. His wealth primarily comes from music sales and streaming royalties of major hits like Ozo Beta Mabe and Yo Pe, extensive touring and live performances across Africa and internationally, collaborations with top artists, brand ambassadorships, and philanthropic ventures that align with his public image.