Simmy, born Simphiwe Majobe Nhlangulela on July 9, 1994, emerged as a notable South African singer-songwriter in 2018 when she inked a record deal with EL World Music. Her debut studio album, “Tugela Fairy” (2018), was a massive hit, spearheaded by chart-toppers like “Ngiyesaba,” “Ubala,” and “Umahlalela,” ultimately earning a Platinum certification from the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA). In 2020, she followed up with her second studio album, “Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars),” which made an impressive debut at number 3 in a particular country.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Simphiwe Majobe Nhlangulela |
| Date Of Birth: | July 9, 1994 |
| Place Of Birth: | Tugela, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Occupation(s): | Singer, Songwriter |
| Labels: | EL World Music |
| Net Worth: | $600k |
Early Life And Education
After completing her studies in Social Sciences at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Simmy made the move to Johannesburg in 2015 to launch her music career, having been introduced to Sun-El Musician by Sandile Sithole during her time at the university in 2013.
Career
Simmy’s music journey started with unsuccessful auditions on Idols South Africa and SA’s Got Talent. She later signed with EL World Music in 2017 after finishing her studies, leading to the release of her debut album, “Tugela Fairy.”
Notably, her single “Ubala” featuring Sun-El Musician went gold, and the album achieved gold certification from RiSA for 25,000 sales. Additionally, her track “Umahlalela” received a platinum plaque. In 2019, Simmy won the Best Female Vocalist award at the South African Dance Music Awards.
Simmy’s second studio album, “Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars),” was released in November 2020, debuting at number 3 on Apple Music Charts. The album includes collaborations with artists like Mthunzi, S-Tone, Da Capo, and more, earning a nomination for Best Afro Pop album at the 27th South African Music Awards.
To support the album, Simmy launched a special virtual concert and was featured in the Shay’na nge White Star campaign. In December 2023, she announced plans for her third studio album.
Personal Life
Born in 1994, Simmy is the youngest of four siblings and was raised by strict, aging parents. Coming from a musically inclined family, she draws inspiration from her older brother and sister, both music enthusiasts, and her father, who has a penchant for Maskandi and country tunes.
In an interview with Emmanuel Tjiya of the Sowetan newspaper, Simmy shared that her upbringing was under the guidance of strict parents.
Simmy Net Worth
Simmy’s net worth is believed to be around $600,000. This impressive figure reflects her success and accomplishments in the music industry, showcasing her financial stability and the value she has generated through her work as a talented singer-songwriter.
Discography
Here are some of Simmy’s albums and songs:
Albums
- Tugela Fairy (2018)
- Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars) (2020)
Popular Songs
- Ubala
- Ngiyesaba
- Umahlalela
- Ngihamba Nawe
- Emakhaya
