Elaine (singer)
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Birth name | Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli |
Born | Pretoria, South Africa | 2 April 1999
Origin | Limpopo, South Africa |
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Years active | 2019–present |
Labels | Columbia |
Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli (born 2 April 1999), known mononymously as Elaine, is a South African
Early life
1999–2018: early years
I remember the owner of the pre-school came to me and gave me a solo – this solo was ‘Silent Night’ and girl, that’s when my career took off. This was my time to shine, and I think from the moment I sang that solo, I knew that this is what I want to do for the rest of my life.
—Elaine on her childhood introduction to singing[4]
Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli was born in Pretoria on 2 April 1999. She started singing at age six and participated in the school choir and various talent competitions while growing up.[4] In 2014 she received a gold medal at the 8th World Choir Games in Riga, Latvia.[5][6] While attending high school, Mukheli began writing her own music.[7] She began studying law at University of the Witwatersrand in approximately 2018,[1] and stated in November 2019 that she was part of the university's Golden Key Honour Society.[7]
Career
2019–present: Elements
Elaine uploaded her debut single, "Slip Away" onto
In November 2020, she was nominated for Best Female Southern Africa at 2020 African Muzik Magazine Awards.[26]
On 12 May 2021, she released a single "Right Now ".[27]
On 24 March 2022, she released her highly anticipated single "Shine". She first teased the song on TikTok and Instagram. In September 2022, Elaine had released her latest single, “Deja vu”.
"Loving" with Blxckie was released on March 17, 2023. The song was certified Gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).[28]
Artistry
Elaine's musical style regarding
Discography
Extended plays
Title | Details | Certifications |
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Elements
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Singles
Title | Year | Certification[21] | Album |
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"Slip Away" | 2019 | — | Non-album single |
"I Just Wanna Know" |
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Elements EP | |
"Say It" |
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"When We’re Alone" |
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"I/You" |
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"Changes" |
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"You're the One"[33] | 2020 |
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"Risky" |
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"Right Now"[34] | 2021 | — | Non-album single |
"Fading Away" | 2022 | Non-album single | |
"DeJa Vu" | Non-album single | ||
"Shine" | Non-album single | ||
"Loving You" (Elaine, Blxckie) | 2023 | RiSA: Gold | Non-album single |
Awards and nominations
Award | Year | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Category | Result | Ref. |
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South African Music Awards | 2020 | Elements | R&B/Soul Album of the Year | Nominated | [22] |
African Muzik Magazine Awards | 2020 | Herself | Best Female Southern Africa | Nominated | [26] |
BET Awards | 2021 | Best New International Act | Nominated | [35][36][37] | |
MTV Africa Music Awards | 2021 | Best Breakthrough Act | Cancelled | [38] | |
African Muzik Magazine Awards | 2021 | Best Female Southern Africa | Won | [39] | |
Headies | 2022 | Best Southern African Artiste Of The Year | Nominated | [40] |
References
- ^ a b c d e Hlalethwa, Zaza (22 November 2019). "Elaine is in her element". Mail & Guardian. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Nxumalo, Lee (8 April 2020). "Elaine is South Africa's new R&B It Girl". Red Bull. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ a b Mbhele, Zweli (8 May 2020). ""Every moment we have is a big moment. I'm grateful for their support." – Elaine". 947. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ a b c Kabwe, Suwi (7 January 2020). "Exclusive: R&B Sensation Elaine Delves Deep into Her Musical Journey". Between 10and5. Archived from the original on 17 April 2021. Retrieved 5 May 2020.
- ^ Ntsinde, Mandisa (15 January 2020). "5 Things You May Not Know About Soulstress, Elaine". Zkhiphani. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Apple Music's New Artist Spotlight, Elaine". Le'Afrinique. 4 November 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ a b Mathebula, Kwanele (22 November 2019). "5 minutes with singer Elaine". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Eggertsen, Chris (9 March 2020). "Spotify Launches Global Emerging Artist Program RADAR With Alaina Castillo in the U.S". Billboard. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Shumba, Ano (13 March 2020). "Spotify launches programme for emerging artists". Music in Africa. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "Elaine Delievers [sic] Pure RnB & Soul on New 'Elements' Project [Listen]". Hype. 30 September 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ a b Kaunda, Mayuyuka (13 December 2019). "South African Women Dropped the Best Debuts of 2019". OkayAfrica. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Kumona, Molife (11 March 2020). "5 Reasons we are obsessed with Elaine". GQ. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "RnB sensation Elaine takes on charts and Apple Music's New Artist Spotlight". City Buzz. 18 December 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "South Africa Apple Music Top 100 R&B/Soul Songs: Week 8". top-charts.com. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "You're the One by Elaine – Chart Performance". Top-Charts.com. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Manjo, Theo (2 May 2020). "Elaine Goes on Beats Radio 1 With Nadeska". Slikour on Life. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "KFM Top40SA". Top40SA.co.za. 23 May 2021. Archived from the original on 18 August 2022. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
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: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ Sekhu, Michael (6 April 2020). "Elaine Drops Video for – You're The One". People. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Mhkabela, Sabelo (6 April 2020). "Elaine Finally Releases a Music Video for her Hit 'You're the One'". OkayAfrica. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ a b c Makhubo, Sabelo (28 April 2020). "Elaine's Debut EP, Elements Continues Its Dominance of the Music Charts". JustNje. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ a b c "Certifications 2023". www.risa.org.za. Archived from the original on 6 September 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ a b Ciolfi, Tecla (16 July 2020). "Here's your first look at The SAMAs full list of nominees for this year's SAMA26 #ForThaKultcha". Texx and the City. Retrieved 6 August 2020.
- The Times. Retrieved 25 August 2020.
- ^ "South Africans celebrate as singer Elaine goes global with Columbia Records". Eyewitness News. 20 August 2020. Retrieved 25 August 2020.
- ^ "Artists – Columbia Records". Columbia Records. Archived from the original on 19 August 2020. Retrieved 19 August 2020.
- ^ a b Hansen, Gabriel Myers (16 November 2020). "African Muzik Magazine Awards 2020: All the winners | Music in Africa". Music in Africa.
- ^ Shabangu, Nobantu (13 May 2021). "Elaine's New Single Is Simply Stellar". OkayAfrica.
- ^ "Elaine's 'Loving You' Featuring Blxckie Reaches Certified Gold Status | Slikouronlife". Slikouronlife. 17 October 2023. Retrieved 18 October 2023.
- ^ a b Donelson, Marcy. "Elaine – Biography by Marcy Donelson". AllMusic. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ "HYPE Magazine Interviews Elaine". Hype. 2 October 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Mkhabela, Gugulethu (13 March 2020). "Elaine Mukheli, one SA talent you need to hear right now". Glamour. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Makinde, Tami (10 March 2020). "For the Girls: Elaine is the South African singer you want to get familiar with". The Native. Retrieved 29 May 2020.
- ^ Ntsinde, Mandisa (5 January 2021). "#MusicNews: Elaine Certified 7 Times Platinum For Hit Single "You're The One"". Zkhiphani. Archived from the original on 6 September 2023. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Right Now". Spotify. 13 May 2021. Retrieved 15 May 2021.
- ^ "SA singer Elaine nominated for a 2021 BET Award". News 24. Retrieved 16 June 2021.
- ^ "Tems and Elaine join Burna Boy, Wizkid and Diamond Platnumz at the 2021 BET Awards". The NATIVE. 28 May 2021. Retrieved 16 June 2021.
- ^ "South African Songstress Elaine Bags BET Nomination". Vibesnmore. 29 June 2021. Retrieved 16 June 2021.
- ^ "Here Are the 2021 MTV Africa Music Awards Nominees". OkayAfrica. 11 December 2020. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
- ^ Hansen, Gabriel Myers (13 December 2021). "African Muzik Magazine Awards 2021: All the winners | Music In Africa". Music In Africa. Retrieved 30 April 2022.
- ^ "2022 Headies Full List Nominees - Vanguard News". Vanguard News. 24 May 2022. Retrieved 26 May 2022.