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Bigflo et Oli

Bigflo et Oli is a French rap duo from Toulouse, composed of brothers Florian “Bigflo” Ordoñez and Olivio “Oli” Ordoñez.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Bigflo et Oli is a French rap duo from Toulouse, composed of brothers Florian “Bigflo” Ordoñez and Olivio “Oli” Ordoñez. They are known for rapping in French, writing and composing their own songs, and for a style that mixes personal storytelling with mainstream pop-rap appeal. The duo has released multiple studio albums and has become one of the best-known acts in French-language rap.

Background

Bigflo et Oli are the stage names of brothers Florian and Olivio Ordoñez. Sources describe them as a Toulouse-based French rap duo active since 2005.

Musical style

The duo performs rap and is also identified as singer-songwriters and composers. Sources note that they incorporate instruments such as piano, trumpet, drums, and vocals into their work.

Career

Their first studio album, La Cour des grands, was released in 2015 and helped establish them commercially in France. Later releases and tours expanded their profile to a broad French-speaking audience.

Reception

Bigflo et Oli have been widely covered in French media and have received industry recognition, including major award nominations and wins. They are often described as one of the most popular rap acts in France.

Key facts

  • Bigflo et Oli are brothers and perform as a French rap duo.
  • The duo comes from Toulouse in southwestern France.
  • They are known as both performers and songwriters, and also play instruments.
  • Their music is primarily in French and has reached a wide mainstream audience.
  • Their debut album, La Cour des grands, was released in 2015.
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Canadian context

Bigflo et Oli are relevant to Canadian readers as an example of contemporary French-language rap with broad international Francophone appeal, especially for audiences in Quebec and other French-speaking communities.

Frequently asked questions

Who are Bigflo et Oli?
They are a French rap duo made up of brothers Florian “Bigflo” Ordoñez and Olivio “Oli” Ordoñez.
Where are they from?
They are from Toulouse, in the Haute-Garonne department of France.
What kind of music do they make?
They mainly make French rap, with a style that also draws on pop and melodic songwriting.
When did they start performing?
Sources list them as active since 2005.
What was their first album?
Their debut studio album was La Cour des grands, released in 2015.
Are they only rappers?
No. They are also described as singer-songwriters and composers, and some sources note that they play instruments.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bigflo_et_Oli
    Supports: Origin, members, occupation, genre, instruments, years active, labels, and general description as a French rap duo from Toulouse.
  2. NRJ — https://www.nrj.fr/artistes/bigflo-oli/biographie
    Supports: Biographical details including the duo’s Toulouse origin and birth dates of the brothers.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bigflo_&_Oli
    Supports: English-language summary of the duo, debut album release, and broader career context.
  4. Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/fr/artist/bigflo-oli/806433543
    Supports: Artist description, Toulouse origin, and general musical profile.
  5. Le Parisien — https://www.leparisien.fr/culture-loisirs/musique/bigflo-oli-rappeurs-des-familles-15-11-2018-7942836.php
    Supports: Public reception and reputation as a prominent French rap act.
  6. TF1 — https://www.tf1.fr/fr-bj/dossier/bigflo-et-oli-98498093
    Supports: Career overview including albums, tours, and mainstream success.