S1mba

Leonard Simbarashe Rwodzi[1] (born 12 April 1999),[2][3] known professionally as S1mba, is a Zimbabwean-born British rapper. He rose to prominence with his single "Rover" featuring DTG, which reached number 3 on the UK Singles Chart as a result of its popularity on the video-sharing platform TikTok.

S1mba
Birth nameLeonard Simbarashe Rwodzi
Born (1999-04-12) 12 April 1999
Harare, Zimbabwe
OriginSwindon, England
GenresBritish hip hop
Occupation(s)Rapper
Labels
  • Rax
  • Parlophone
Associated actsDTG • Hooligan Hefs

Early life

Rwodzi moved from Harare to Swindon at nine years old before his father was given the job of head gardener at Pusey Estate in Oxfordshire.[4][5] While in Zimbabwe, he was introduced to music through his experiences with djembe drums and marimbas.[1] In England, Rwodzi formed the foundations of his musical career while at church where he discovered gospel music.[6] Rwodzi attended a predominantly white school in Faringdon.[5] He then attended New College in Swindon where he studied music production and music technology,[7][8] eventually recording his debut single "The Plan" in the college's music studio.[9]

Discography

Singles
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
UK
[10]		 AUS
[11]		 DEN
[12]		 IRE
[13]		 NZ
[14]		 NL
[15]		 SWE
[16]
"The Plan"[17] 2018 ——————— TBA
"24/7"[18] 2019 ———————
"Rover" 2020 376381724

References
  1. Homewood, Ben (4 June 2020). "Making Waves: S1mba". Music Week. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  2. "Appointments for Leonard Simbarashe RWODZI (born April 1999)". Companies House. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  3. "Your life can really change in a year. God's given me so many blessings to celebrate this past year and this new age is another thing to give thanks for..." Instagram. @s1mbaofficial [verified account] on Instagram. 12 April 2020. Retrieved 13 June 2020.
  4. Sears, Neil (6 November 2010). "Cadbury heiress in 'evil eyes rant at her African gardener'". ISSN 0307-7578. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
  5. "S1mba's hit single experience with Rover 'surreal'". BBC News. 5 June 2020. Retrieved 2020-06-12.
  6. Bruce, Robert (29 April 2020). "S1mba reflects on 'Rover' going viral on TikTok". Capital XTRA. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  7. Hill, Jamie (5 June 2020). "Former New College student bags Number 3 spot in UK music charts". Swindon Link. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  8. "5 facts to Get to Know S1mba". Warner Music NZ. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  9. "Teachers react as ex-New College student gets to number 3 in the Top 40 singles chart". Swindon Advertiser. 6 June 2020. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  10. "S1mba ft DTG | full Official Chart History | Official Charts Company". Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  11. "Discography S1mba". australian-charts.com. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  12. "Discography S1mba". danishcharts.dk. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  13. "Discography S1mba". irish-charts.com. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  14. "Discography S1mba". charts.nz. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  15. "Discography S1mba". dutchcharts.nl. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  16. "Discography S1mba". swedishcharts.com. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  17. "The Plan - Single by S1mba". Apple Music. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  18. "24/7 - Single by S1mba". Apple Music. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
  19. "British certifications – S1mba". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 11 July 2020. Type S1mba in the "Search BPI Awards" field and then press Enter.
  20. "New Zealand single certifications – S1mba feat. DTG – Rover". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved 13 June 2020.
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