Shekhinah's real name is Shekhinah Thandi Donnell.
The Success Story of Shekhinah
Who is Shekhinah?
Shekhinah is a South African singer, songwriter and musician who has taken the music industry by storm. Born Shekhinah Thandi Donnell in Durban in 1993, she has gained fame for her soulful R&B vibes.
Early Career
Shekhinah first gained fame when she was a contestant on the reality TV show Idols SA (2011). Although she didn’t win the competition, it exposed her to the public eye and opened many doors for her. After a few years of writing and performing with other artists, Shekhinah released her debut single 'Please Mr.' in 2016. It achieved success both locally and internationally, propelling her to stardom.
Rise to Fame
In 2017, Shekhinah released her debut album Rose Gold to critical acclaim. It featured the hit singles 'Back to the Beach', 'Suited' and 'Different'. Her follow-up single 'Rose Gold' also became an instant hit. This success earned her several accolades including Best Newcomer at the 2017 South African Music Awards. She has also collaborated with many top artists such as Kyle Deutsch, Skeem Saam, Siya, Kyle Deutsch, Black Coffee and Kwesta.
Achievements
Over the years, Shekhinah has gone from strength to strength. In 2018, she was named Best Female Artist at the MTV Africa Music Awards. She also won Best Female Artist at the 2019 South African Music Awards. In 2020, she won Best Pop Album at the South African Music Awards for her second album Tides. She was also nominated for Best Collaboration for her song 'Suited' with Rowlene.
Legacy
Shekhinah has become one of South Africa's biggest stars. Her music is loved by fans all over the world and she continues to break boundaries with her unique sound. Her impressive career trajectory serves as an inspiration to young female artists around the world.
