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Booba stands as a central figure in French rap with a career spanning more than twenty years, marked by enduring influence and artistic evolution. From his early days with the duo Lunatic to his latest works, he has shaped the genre through his distinctive lyrical style, innovative use of autotune, and ongoing engagement with social and political themes.

Booba’s artistic journey is defined by a lexical evolution reflecting conquest, affirmation, and later introspection, while maintaining potent imagery. His 2008 album 0.9 notably popularized autotune in French rap, expanding its melodic and emotional scope.

His career milestones include key albums like Mauvais Œil with Lunatic, solo projects such as Temps mort (2002), Ouest Side (2006), the autotune-defining 0.9 (2008), up through Ultra (2021) and the recently unveiled Ad vitam æternam (2024). The diamond certification of Trône (2017) underlines his rare longevity in the genre.

Booba’s collaborations with artists like Maes and Damso reveal a network marked by both fruitful artistic synergy and creative tension. His visual work continues to boost his profile with recent clips such as “Dolce Camara” and “Seychelles,” the latter leading his new project Blanco Nemesis.

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