★ HOW OLD IS ORELSAN?
Orelsan is 43 years old, born August 1, 1982 in FR · Leo.
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About
Orelsan turned French rap into literary art—mixing punch lines with irony to reach audiences far beyond hip-hop heads. Born Aurélien Cotentin in France in 1982, he released five solo albums starting with Perdu d'avance in 2009, with La fête est finie certified double diamond and Civilisation topping France's charts for two consecutive years. A Leo, he was named Knight of Arts and Letters by France's Ministry of Culture in 2022.
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Biography
Orelsan turned French rap into literary art—mixing punch lines with irony to reach audiences far beyond hip-hop heads. Born Aurélien Cotentin on 1 August 1982 in France, he works as a rapper, songwriter, record producer, actor, and director. His five studio albums—Perdu d'avance (2009), Le chant des sirènes (2011), La fête est finie (2017), and Civilisation (2021)—showcase his ability to balance violent and comedic rapping techniques. La fête est finie achieved double-diamond certification in France, selling over one million copies; Civilisation dominated French album sales for two consecutive years, 2021 and 2022. Beyond solo work, he co-founded Casseurs Flowters with Gringe, releasing two studio albums including the 2015 film soundtrack Comment c'est loin. Early in his career, critics compared him to Eminem—both white rappers known for genre-crossing versatility—but Orelsan carved his own path as one of France's most influential songwriters, recognized for his multigenerational appeal. In 2022, the Ministry of Culture awarded him the title "chevalier des Arts et des Lettres" (Knight of Arts and Letters) for his artistic creation and contribution to global arts influence. As a Leo born in August, he embodies the sign's natural charisma and creative confidence. His life-path number 11 resonates with his visionary role in reshaping French rap's lyrical landscape.
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Trivia
- Orelsan co-founded Casseurs Flowters with Gringe and released a studio album and film soundtrack with the duo.
- His third album La fête est finie became the first French rap album to achieve double-diamond certification, surpassing one million copies sold.
- He was awarded "chevalier des Arts et des Lettres" by France's Ministry of Culture in 2022 for his artistic influence.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Visionary
11 carries the qualities of 2 amplified. Highly intuitive, often associated with thought leaders and trend-setters in their fields.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 11 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Orelsan?
- Orelsan is 43 years old (born August 1, 1982).
- When is Orelsan's birthday?
- Orelsan was born on August 1, 1982.
- What is Orelsan's zodiac sign?
- Orelsan is a Leo, born August 1, 1982.
- What is Orelsan's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Orelsan was born in 1982, the year of the Water Dog.
- Where is Orelsan from?
- Orelsan is from FR.
- What does Orelsan do?
- Orelsan is a writer.
- Is Orelsan still alive?
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