Lous and the Yakuza
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 27, 1996 in Lubumbashi, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo]
- Active Years
- 1951–2025 (75 Years)
- Total Credits
- 9 credits in database
Biography
Marie-Pierra Kakoma, known professionally as Lous and the Yakuza, is a Congolese-Belgian singer, rapper, songwriter, model, and artist born on May 27, 1996, in Lubumbashi, Zaire. She adopted her stage name from an anagram of soul and the Japanese organized crime syndicate Yakuza, the latter of which she uses to describe her team of musical collaborators. As an actress, she is credited with an appearance in the 2023 film John Wick: Chapter 4. Her other screen credits include the 2025 projects Lous and the Yakuza: Good to Know and the official music video for Casse-toi. She rose to musical prominence following the release of her 2019 debut single Dilemme and her 2020 album Gore.
Career overview
Marie-Pierra Kakoma, known professionally as Lous and the Yakuza, is a Congolese-Belgian singer, rapper, songwriter, model, and artist born on May 27, 1996, in Lubumbashi, Zaire. She adopted her professional moniker as an anagram for soul, representing her musical passion, and Yakuza, which she uses to describe the crew of collaborators she works with to create her music. She rose to prominence following the release of her debut single Dilemme in September 2019, followed by the singles Tout est gore in December 2019 and Solo in March 2020. Her debut album, titled Gore and produced by el Guincho, was released on October 16, 2020.
In addition to her music career, Kakoma is credited as an actress. Her filmography includes an appearance in the 2023 film John Wick: Chapter 4. She is also associated with the 2025 projects Lous and the Yakuza: Good to Know and the official music video for the track Casse-toi. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her work as a performer and creative artist.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
9 titles- Black to the Future (2025) as Wangari Tamai
- Le concert de la Fête de la musique (2025) as Self - Guest
- John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) as DJ
- Symphonic Hip Hop 5 (2020) as Self
- Quotidien (2016) as Self - Guest
- X Factor (2008) as Self - Guest
- The Apartment (2001)
- Victoires de la musique (1985) as Self
- Sanremo Music Festival (1951) as Self - Guest Artist
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Lous and the Yakuza best known for?
Lous and the Yakuza is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Black to the Future (2025), John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023), Quotidien (2016), X Factor (2008).
When and where was Lous and the Yakuza born?
Lous and the Yakuza was born on May 27, 1996 in Lubumbashi, Zaire [now Democratic Republic of the Congo].
How many credits does Lous and the Yakuza have?
Lous and the Yakuza has accumulated over 9 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2025.
What is Lous and the Yakuza's background in cinema and television?
Marie-Pierra Kakoma, known professionally as Lous and the Yakuza, is a Congolese-Belgian singer, rapper, songwriter, model, and artist born on May 27, 1996, in Lubumbashi, Zaire. She adopted her stage name from an anagram of soul and the Japanese organized crime syndicate Yakuza, the latter of which she uses to describ...
Lous and the Yakuza by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Apartment (2001) — aged about 5
- Sanremo Music Festival (1951) as Self - Guest Artist — aged about 44
- John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) as DJ — aged about 27
- X Factor (2008) as Self - Guest — aged about 12
- Quotidien (2016) as Self - Guest — aged about 20
- Black to the Future (2025) as Wangari Tamai — aged about 29
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