Siinaye

Siinaye is an emerging South African R&B/Soul artist whose sound blends atmospheric production, cinematic detail and deeply intimate storytelling. At just 21 years old, the KwaZulu-Natal-born multi-instrumentalist is fast becoming one of the most compelling new voices in alternative soul in South Africa.

Her latest single, "Sonini", featuring acclaimed vocalist Manana, is a moody and immersive piece that further cements her rising status. The track channels the quiet ache of longing, carried by a slow, tender arrangement and the subtle elegance of a violin. Siinaye’s emotive vocals capture the vulnerability of waiting to be seen and chosen. Manana’s verse, in turn, reveals that he has been waiting too, thinking of her just as intensely and unsure how to express the depth of his feelings.

Since 2024, Siinaye has been steadily carving out her sonic identity while studying film and majoring in sound engineering. Her command of drums, keys, bass and guitar gives her exceptional creative control, enabling her to craft music that feels both personal and technically refined.

With "Sonini", Siinaye continues to establish herself as a standout force in the next wave of South African soul.