Dani Mocanu, real name Daniel Marian Mocanu, was born on September 3, 1992 in Bradu commune, Argeș County, Romania. He is known as a Romanian gypsy manele singer. Since childhood, he showed interest in music and football, playing in youth teams. However, after finishing school, he chose a musical career. Dani Mocanu performs manele music with elements of rap and trap. His songs often touch on themes of lawbreaking, prison experience, revenge and faith in God. In 2021, he announced his retirement, but soon returned with a new song.