Naomi Kimpenu

Naomi Kimpenu (born 29 November 1998) is an English singer, songwriter and producer. In 2022, she was awarded the Rising Star honour at the Ivor Novello Awards, in recognition of her songwriting skill and creative achievements.
She signed a worldwide publishing agreement with Sony Music Publishing, after releasing a live version of Prelude which was recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios.
==Early life and education==
Kimpenu was born in Whitechapel, London, to Angolan and Congolese parents. She was raised in Bow with two other siblings.
She attended the Bishop Challoner Catholic Collegiate School in Shadwell and went on to study at East London Arts & Music and the University of Greenwich in London.
==Artistry and influences==
Kimpenu grew up listening to Alicia Keys, Lana Del Rey, Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston.
She also cites Adele, James Blake and Sade among her musical influences.
==Career==
On 25 June, 2023, Kimpenu made her first appearance at Glastonbury Festival.
==Personal life==
Naomi identifies as a Christian.
==Musical style== 
Alongside singing, Naomi also writes, records, produces, and plays piano.
==Discography==
Naomi Kimpenu has released two extended plays, three singles, and one promotional single.
=== Extended plays ===
Title 	Details
Prelude 	
* Released: 27 August 2021
* Label: The Orchard
* Formats: Digital download, streaming
Prelude (Live at Abbey Road Studios)	
* Released: 30 September 2022
* Label: The Orchard
* Formats: Digital download, streaming
===Singles===
Title 	Year 	Peak chart positions 	Album 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
Title 	Year 	 	Album 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
"Only" 	2020 	— 	Prelude 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
"What About Me" 	2021 	— 	Prelude 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
"Who I Am" 	2021 	— 	Prelude 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
"Never Ever" (with Shaznay Lewis) 	2022 	— 	Apple Music Home Session: Naomi Kimpenu 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
"Only" 	2022 	— 	Apple Music Home Session: Naomi Kimpenu 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	 	
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==Filmography==
Year	Title 	Director 	Role
2022	If These Walls Could Sing	Mary McCartney	Cameo
==Awards and nominations==
Year	Award 	Category 	Result
2022	Ivor Novello Awards	Rising Star	
 	Ivor Novello Awards	 	
 	Ivor Novello Awards	 	
Category:1998 births
Category:People from Whitechapel	
Category:English people
Category:Singers
Category:Songwriters
Category:Producers