##Early Life and Educational Background
Simi was born to a family of three children. She spent her early years in Surulere and later moved to Ogun State, where she completed her primary and secondary education. Simi attended the Lead City University, where she graduated with a degree in Mass Communication in 2010.
##Career
Simi grew up dancing and singing as a member of her local church's choir. She wrote her first song at age 10. Her professional music career started in 2008 following the release of her debut studio album Ogaju, which consisted of a variety of songs such as "Iya Temi" and "Ara Ile". The album was produced entirely by Samklef. In January 2014, Simi released the 5 track EP Restless, which eventually earned her a record deal with X3M Music. The EP is composed mostly of covers recorded by popular acts, including Rihanna's "Man Down" and Adele's "Set Fire to the Rain". On January 9, 2014, Simi released two singles "Tiff" and "E No Go Funny". Both songs received frequent airplay and were met with generally positive reviews from critics. The video for "Tiff" was directed by Josh Clarke and released on August 30, 2015. The song was nominated for Best Alternative Song at the 2015 edition of The Headies.
Later in 2015, Simi won the Most Promising Act to Watch category at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. In an interview with Leadership newspaper, Simi revealed that she started working on her second studio album, which was slated for release in 2016. Upon releasing "Jamb Question", Simi was listed as one of the artistes to watch out for in 2016 by NotJustOk. The remix of "Jamb Question" features Nigerian rapper Falz. On February 14, 2016, Simi released the Oscar Heman Ackah-produced love ballad "Love Don't Care". It received frequent radio airplay and was met with positive reviews. "Love Don't Care" effectively addresses tribalism and discrimination in Nigeria The song's music video was directed by Clarence Peters. In October 2016, Simi was nominated for Best Breakthrough Act at the MTV Africa Music Awards On October 27, Simi collaborated with Falz to release the extended play Chemistry. Oghene Michael of 360 Nobs described the EP as an "experiment of the word art". In December 2016, Simi was nominated in three categories at The Headies 2016, winning one.
In anticipation of her 12-track second studio album Simisola, Simi released two singles; "Smile for Me" and "Joromi". Both songs were accompanied by music videos directed by Clarence Peters and Aje Films, respectively. Music videos for "O Wa Nbe", "Complete Me", "Gone for Good" and "Aimasiko" were also released to further promote the album. Simi unveiled the album's track listing on September 1, 2017. Simisola was released seven days later and debuted at number 5 on the Billboard World Albums chart.
##Net Worth
Simi's net worth is estimated to be around $200,000 to $500,000, according to various sources. Her income comes from a combination of her music sales, concerts, and endorsement deals.
##Awards and Nominations
Simi has won several awards, including:
Best Female Vocalist at the 2018 Nigeria Entertainment Awards
Best R&B/Pop Album at the 2018 The Headies Awards
Song of the Year at the 2019 African Music Awards
She has also been nominated for several other awards, including the Nigerian Music Awards and the African Gospel Music Awards.
##Personal Life
Simi married a singer named Adekunle Gold in a private wedding ceremony on January 9, 2019. It was later revealed that they had been dating for five years. Simi became a mother for the first time on the 30th of May 2020 when she gave birth to her daughter Adejare.
##Social Media Presence
Simi is active on social media platforms, including Instagram (@iamsimi) with over 2 million followers.
##Conclusion
Simi is a rising star in the Nigerian music industry, celebrated for her soulful voice and captivating performances. Her inspiring story, impressive music, and commitment to her craft make her a true icon in the making.