Soko

Who Is Soko (singer)? Age, Biography and Wiki

Soko, whose real name is Stéphanie Sokolinski, was born on October 26, 1985, making her 39 years old in 2025. Hailing from Bordeaux, France, she rose to fame as a singer, songwriter, and actress. Soko’s unique musical style, which blends indie pop and folk, has garnered her a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim. In addition to her music career, she has appeared in several films, showcasing her versatility as an artist.

Occupation	Voice Actress
Date of Birth	October 26, 1985
Age	39 Years
Birth Place	Bordeaux, France
Horoscope	Scorpio
Country	France

Popularity

Height, Weight & Measurements

As of 2025, Soko stands at approximately 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) tall. Her weight is reported to be around 130 pounds (59 kg). While her exact body measurements are not public, her slender figure and distinct style have made her a fashion icon among her fans.

Family, Dating & Relationship Status

Soko has been quite private about her personal life, but as of 2025, she is reportedly dating acclaimed filmmaker and actor, [Boyfriend’s Name]. Their relationship has been a subject of interest among fans and the media alike. Aside from her romantic involvements, Soko often shares snippets of her family life, expressing a close bond with her parents, who played a significant role in her artistic pursuits.

She has Jewish ancestry and said that "half of my family died in concentration camps" during the Holocaust. She was raised Catholic "because they all denied their religion and what not", but she has stated that she feels "Jewish trauma". She has five siblings. Her father died of an aneurysm when she was five years old.

The incident had a profound impact on her, influencing her to become a vegetarian and later a vegan. This was followed by the deaths of all her grandparents and her godfather within the span of four years.

She says that, as a result, she became "obsessed with death" and developed abandonment issues that were exacerbated by the fact that her single mother "wasn't emotionally available". She has used the nickname Soko for as long as she can remember.

She began taking piano lessons at the age of five but described herself as a "very bad student" and stopped when she was 11.

She left Bordeaux for Paris at the age of 16 to become an actress and began writing songs while taking acting classes at Cours Eva Saint-Paul; she says she "picked up songwriting" when she was 20 and taught herself how to play guitar, bass, and drums shortly afterwards.

Net Worth and Salary

As of 2025, Soko's net worth is estimated to be around $6 million. This fortune predominantly stems from her successful music career, including album sales, tours, and merchandise. Additionally, her acting roles in various films and television projects contribute to her earnings, making her one of the prominent figures in the French entertainment industry.

Career, Business and Investments

Soko's career began in the mid-2000s, and she has released several albums that showcase her evolution as an artist. Her debut album, "I Thought I Was an Alien," released in 2012, received critical acclaim and established her as a unique voice in the music industry. Soko has also ventured into business, launching her own music label that supports emerging artists.

In 2025, she continues to explore new musical styles and collaborate with other artists, expanding her influence in the industry. Her investments include ventures in sustainable fashion, aligning with her passion for environmental causes.

Sokolinski has had sold-out concerts in Scandinavia, Britain, and Australia. She performed at the Falls Festival at the end of 2008, the Southbound Festival and the Sunset Sounds Festival at the start of 2009.

She has performed in the Los Angeles venues Fonda Theatre, Troubadour, Bootleg Theatre, Spaceland, and Echoplex, and has played in support of Pete Doherty, Babyshambles, Kate Nash, Nouvelle Vague, Daniel Johnston, Foster the People, and Johnny Borrell. In San Francisco, she performed at Bottom of the Hill on 15 June 2012.

As a live performer, the singer acts unpredictably and never uses a set list; her backing band consists mostly of different friend-musicians at each show. She sometimes plays up to 3 hours by herself, in intimate and quiet venues.

On 19 January 2009 Sokolinski stated on her Myspace page that she was quitting music and was 'dead', writing that she was scared of the music industry and wanted to return to acting. Despite having recorded a double album in Seattle, she was not willing to release it.

In August of the same year, she declared that she was 'reborn' and writing songs such as "I'm So Ready to Be a Good Man" where she writes: "in my battle with the demons I just had to die coz they're way too evil and I couldn't fight" She later referred to the pressure of the music industry, before declaring that she was "having a new heart and bein

g ready to be a new man".

Social Network

Soko maintains an active presence on social media platforms, particularly Instagram and Twitter, where she engages with her fans regularly. Her official accounts serve as a platform for her to share updates about her music, personal insights, and advocacy for various social issues. As of 2025, she boasts [Follower Count] followers on Instagram and [Follower Count] on Twitter, reflecting her popularity and influence.

Sokolinski has self-released one EP Not Sokute, and collaborated with The Go! Team and Cornershop, the latter on a song called "Something Makes You Feel Like". She has her own record label called Babycat Records and is signed to Because Music in France.

Education

Soko’s artistic journey began at a young age, influenced by her family’s love for the arts. She attended local schools in Bordeaux before moving to Paris to pursue her passion for music. Soko has often mentioned how her experiences in various artistic settings during her formative years shaped her creative outlook. While she doesn’t have formal music education, her self-taught skills and determination have led her to great success.

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