Who is Ommy Dimpoz?

Ommy Dimpoz is a Tanzanian singer, songwriter and producer. He was born on October 15, 1989 in Moshi, Kilimanjaro and he has become one of the most successful artists in the country. He gained recognition after the release of his hit single ‘Hallelujah’ in 2012. Since then, he has gone on to release numerous hit songs such as ‘Nai Nai’, ‘Kata’, ‘Vumilia’ and many more. In 2017, he won the AFRIMA Award for Best Male Artist in East Africa.

Early Life

Ommy Dimpoz was born to parents Mary and Peter Dimpoz. He was raised in Moshi, Kilimanjaro where he attended St. Theresa Secondary School. At the age of 15, he started singing in local churches where he developed an interest in music. After graduating from high school, he moved to Dar es Salaam where he joined a local band ‘Black Boys’ as lead vocalist and guitarist.

Career

In 2011, Ommy Dimpoz released his debut single ‘Hallelujah’ which became an instant hit in Tanzania. The success of this single opened up opportunities for him to work with notable musicians such as Diamond Platnumz and Vanessa Mdee. In 2013, he released his debut album ‘I Am Ommy Dimpoz’ which featured the hit singles ‘Kata’ and ‘Vumilia'. The album was well received by both critics and fans alike and it led to him winning the AFRIMA Award for Best Male Artist in East Africa in 2017. In 2019, he released his second studio album ‘Kata 2’ which featured collaborations with artists such as Rayvanny and Diamond Platnumz. The album was certified gold in Tanzania and it further cemented his position as one of the most successful artists in East Africa.

Personal Life

Ommy Dimpoz is currently unmarried and there is no information about his relationship status or any past relationships. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies and playing football with friends.