Oupa John Sefoka, better known as DJ Sumbody, was a renowned South African musical artist and disc jockey whose impact on the country’s music scene was undeniable.
Hailing from Balfour, Mpumalanga, DJ Sumbody’s unique blend of infectious beats and captivating melodies earned him widespread acclaim and adoration from music enthusiasts across South Africa.
Profile
| Full Name | Oupa John Sefoka |
| Stage Name | DJ Sumbody |
| Born | June 9, 1987 |
| Age | 35 years old (at the time of death) |
| Death Date | November 2022 |
| Birthplace | Pretoria, South Africa |
| Nationality | South African |
| Occupation | Radio Presenter and Disc Jockey |
| Height | Unknown |
| Parents | Mr. and Mrs. John |
| Siblings | Unknown |
| Spouse | None |
| Children | None |
| Relationship | Unknown |
| Net Worth | $500,000 to $1,000,000 |
Early Life And Education
Oupa John Sefoka, known professionally as DJ Sumbody, was born on June 9, 1980, in Pretoria, South Africa.
He was raised by his parents, whose names are unknown, but he referred to them as Mr. and Mrs. John. It is unclear if he had siblings, as their names were not provided.
Sefoka received his primary education at Sunnyside Primary School and his secondary education at Bokgoni Technical High School. He then enrolled at Tshwane University of Technology but dropped out in his second year to focus on pursuing a music career.
Career
DJ Sumbody began his career as a volunteer producer and presenter on the youth radio show Mashaedi on Engage, a popular community radio station in Tshwane.
He rose to national fame in 2018 with the release of his hit song “Monate Mpolaye,” which has amassed over 3.1 million views on YouTube.
DJ Sumbody went on to release music albums such as “Larger Than House Volume 1 and 2”. He was also an entrepreneur and the co-owner of the Ayepyep Lifestyle brand, working in partnership with Kagiso Setsetse.
Tragically, DJ Sumbody passed away in November 2022, though his family or the media have not publicly disclosed the cause of his death at this time.
Personal Life
DJ Sumbody, a renowned and respected figure in the music industry, celebrates his birthday every June 9.
Despite his fame and success, he remains extremely private, often evading questions about his upbringing and family during interviews.
Discography
- °Piki Piki
- °Tonight
- °Monate Mpolaye
- °Ayepyep
- °Jabula
- °Ngwana Daddy
- °4 The Kulture
- °Ashi Nthwela
- °Suk’emabhozeni
- °012 Piano
- °Gomonate Mo
- °Nsfas
- °iDanger Lento
- °Mabebeza
Social Media
- Instagram handle:@djsumbodysa
- Twitter handle: @djsumbodysa
Net Worth
DJ Sumbody, a prominent South African DJ and record producer, was estimated to have a net worth ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000.
This substantial wealth was primarily accumulated through his successful music career spanning over a decade.
