Lil Simz
| Little Simz | |
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| Born |
Simbiatu Ajikawo 23 February 1994 Islington, London, England, United Kingdom |
| Occupation | |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Labels | AGE: 101 Music |
| Associated acts | |
Simbiatu "Simbi" Ajikawo (born 23 February 1994), better known by her stage name Little Simz, is a British rapper, singer and actress. Following the release of four mixtapes and five EPs, she released her debut album A Curious Tale of Trials + Persons on 18 September 2015 through her independent label, AGE: 101 Music. The album entered the UK R&B Albums Chart at number 20 and the UK Independent Albums Chart at number 43.
Ajikawo was born in Islington, London to Nigerian parents. She studied at Highbury Fields School in London. She went on to attend St Mary’s Youth Club in Upper Street, Islington, where pop stars Leona Lewis and Alexandra Burke also attended. Ajikawo later studied at Westminster Kingsway College and pursued her music career from there.
After several months of auditioning by the BBC for the show Spirit Warriors, it was announced in June 2009 that Simz had been cast in the supporting role of Vicky.
In 2012, Simz joined the cast of E4's TV series Youngers as Meleka.
Simz is often nicknamed "Bars Simzson". She describes her music as rap and experimental.
Simz has performed alongside Estelle, Tinie Tempah, Ms. Dynamite and Kano.
Simz has performed at Rising Tide, ILUVLIVE, Industry Takeover (Urban Development) Hackney Empire,Somerset House and the House of Lords. She also performed at the BBC 1Xtra Prom 2015 at the Royal Albert Hall, alongside a full orchestra led by Jules Buckley.
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