Soufian Kamara also known as Souferior was born in Freetown, Sierra Leone. He is second to last of seven siblings. Growing up in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Souferior witnessed the long Rebel War that affected so many Sierra Leonians. His ability to share his horrific experience through his music has captivated listeners accross the world. As a result of the war, Souferior was displaced from most of his family members, including his mother and younger brother. He lived in Guinea for a few years prior to going to the United States in 1999. He lived in Jersey City, New Jersey and attended the Snyder High School and later moved to Woodbridge, Virginia and graduated from Garfield High School. In 2002, Soufian began a Business degree at Consumnes River College in Sacramento. In 2003, he deferred his studies to concentrate on a career in music.