Singer Nosipho Silinda is determined make a name for herself in the music industry by any means necessary.
Nosipho Silinda (born 25 August 2000) is a South African singer and songwriter. She is best known for contesting on Idols SA season 14 in 2018.
South Africans first knew Silinda as a contestant on Idols. She displayed raw talent and outstanding performances. She made it to the top 6 of the competition. Since then, the ambitious singer has been chasing her dreams.
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| Full Name: | Nosipho Silinda |
| Born: | 25 August 2000 (age 22 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Parents: | Miss T |
| Siblings: | 5 |
| Aunt: | Busisiwe “Cici” Thwala |
| Occupation: | Singer, content creator |
| Years active: | 2018 |
| Instruments: | Vocals |
| Genre: | Afro Pop |
Early Life
Nosipho Silinda was born on 25 August 2000 into a musical family. She hails from KwaZulu-Natal and has five younger siblings. She started singing in church, school, and choirs. Eventually, she began to do cover songs for YouTube.
The singer is lucky to have supportive parents and relatives. Her aunt Busisiwe “Cici” Thwala, who is a multi-award-winning artist, gives her advice.
Education
Silinda dropped out of grade 11 in August 2018 to enter the singing competition Idols SA. She had to repeat grade 11 and recorded her debut single, Thembalami.
As a student, she loves life sciences, mathematics, and Zulu. She wrote her Matric examination in December 2020.
Career
Nosipho took part in Idols SA and made it to the top six. She has been singing as an independent artist and prefers to work with her family.
Her mother, known as Miss T, is her manager. Nosipho sang the national anthem at the Springboks versus Wallabies match at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in 2023.
The former Idols SA finalist delivered a pitch-perfect performance at the match to kick off the Rugby Championship.
Silinda’s single Wena Wedwa received a lot of love and support from her fans and listeners. She has worked with many artists and feels entering the competition developed her voice and taught her many things about being a vocalist.
The competition opened many doors of opportunities. Many individuals and companies want to dress, give her hair, interview, and book her. She wrote Thembalami, a song about love and hope, herself.
Personal Life
Award-winning artist Busisiwe “Cici” Thwala is her aunt. She has supported Nosipho with advice. Although she doesn’t see herself as a celebrity, learners do.
Social Profile
Nosipho has active accounts across social media platforms. She creates content about her works or lifestyle. The music personality has shared many studio and outdoor pictures and promotes other brands.
Songs
- Thembalami
- Better Than This
- Yimi Nawe
- Angik’tholi
- Wena Wedwa
- Don’t Kill My Vibe