Moussier Tombola (born 19877) is a French comedian, including

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. He named himself ''Moussier'' Tombola, exactly as his father would pronounce the word "Monsieur" (Mr. in

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Early life

He was born in

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on 21 February 1987, of Senegalese descent.

Career

In 2011, Tombola released his debut single " Logobitombo (Corde à sauter)", reaching number five in the official

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. The song is based on infectious dance moves that became a craze and went viral on

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, and eventually a big hit. "Logobitombo" is a created word combining the African music genre and dance

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, combined with Tombo (part of his name) – literally, Tombola-style Logobi music. The music video, in cooperation with his friend

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and directed by Hilton Aya, also refers to the success via

.Music video for "Logobitombo (Corde à sauter)"
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Discography

Album

'' Le Dernier De La Classe Classe''

Singles

References

External links

Moussier Tombola Official websiteMoussier Tombola FacebookMoussier Tombola on Skyrock website
{{DEFAULTSORT:Moussier Tombola 1987 births Living people 21st-century French comedians French male comedians French people of Senegalese descent French stand-up comedians People from Saint-Dié-des-Vosges