Biography
Oupa John Sefoka (born 9 June) better known by his stage name DJ Sumbody is a South African music artist and DJ.
He is widely credited as being the brains behind Ayepyep and Monate Mpolaye.
One of his singles, Suk’emabhozeni, almost became a national anthem as it catapulted his name to new heights in the music industry.
South African radio presenter
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Full name: | Mr. John Sefoka |
Stage name: | DJ Sumbody |
Born: | June 9 |
Year old: | 30 years old |
Place of birth: | Pretoria |
Nationality: | South Africa |
Girlfriend • Wife: | Unmarried |
Job: | Radio Host • DJ |
Net worth: | $500,000-$1,000,000 |
Early life
DJ Sumbody was born on June 9, 1980. He was born in Pretoria, South Africa.
This South African DJ is also an entrepreneur. He got most of his business knowledge from his neighbors and parents.
DJ Sumbody is also a famous radio presenter, having collaborated with many famous radio stations in South Africa.
Education
DJ Sumbody attended Sunnyside Elementary School for elementary school and Bokgoni Technical High School for high school.
He attended Tshwane University of Technology, however he dropped out in his second year to pursue his dream career in the music industry.
Career
DJ Sumbody started his career as a volunteer producer and presenter on a show called Mashaedi on Engage, a popular youth community radio station in Tshwane.
He released Monate Mpolaye in 2018. This song brought him national fame and has over 3.1 million views on YouTube. He has released music albums such as Larger Than House Volume 1 and 2.
He released the album Ashi Nthwela on 6 December 2019. Ashi Nthwela features DJ Tira, Busiswa, Cassper Nyovest, Holly Rey, Kwesta, Zakes Bantwini, Leehleza, Londie London and other stars.
He is also an entrepreneur and co-owner of the Ayepyep Lifestyle brand with business partner Kagiso Setsetse.
DJ Sumbody passed away in November 2022. The cause of his death has not been revealed by his family or the media.
Discography
DJ Sumbody has released over 10 tracks featuring many South African music stars such as Cassper Nyovest, Thebe Mogane, Busiswa and many more.
- Piki Piki
- Tonight
- Monate Mpolaye
- Hello
- Jabula
- Father Ngwana
- 4 Culture
- Ashi Nthwela
- Suk’emabhozeni
- 012 Piano
- Gomonate Mo
- NSFAS
- iDanger Lento
- Mabebeza
Social media
DJ Sumbody is active on social media with the handle @djsumbodysa.
He has over 1 million followers and his fan base is still growing.
Personal life
DJ Sumbody celebrates his birthday on June 9th every year and he is not married. He does not have any children yet.
He is extremely private and avoids answering questions about his upbringing and family in interviews.
Net worth
DJ Sumbody has an estimated net worth of $500,000 to $1,000,000 which he has earned from his music career.