Singer-songwriter Riaan Benadé was born in South Africa in 1992. In August 2020, he released Spontaan, his debut album. In 2019, he released his first single, “Helpende Hande.”
He had more opportunities while he worked for Coleske Artists. He participated in the Afrikaans is Groot Somerfees musical event. He has performed alongside Dewald Wasserfall, Steve Hofmeyr, and Theuns Jordaan.
| Full Name : | Riaan Benadé |
| Born : | 1992 (age 31 years old) |
| Place of Birth : | Pretoria |
| Nationality : | South African |
| Education : | Light music and jazz |
| Occupation : | Singer-songwriter |
| Years active : | 2019-date |
| Instrument : | Vocals, guitar |
| Spouse : | Melissa Benadé |
| Child : | Lucca Benadé |
| Album : | Spontaan (2020) |
Early Life
In 1992, Riaan Benadé was born in South Africa’s capital, Pretoria. He was raised on his family’s Nylstroom farm. In Nylstroom, his family, the Benadés, are well-known. At the high school, his Ouma was a well-liked music instructor.
When the vocalist was fifteen years old, she began writing songs. Consistency helped him develop his talent in his twenties. He knew he wanted to pursue music, so he went to learn it.
Education
Riaan majored in jazz and light music. As a music student, he delighted in learning from his peers.
Career
He released Helpende Hande, his debut song, in 2019. Being employed at Coleske Artists presented numerous options. Groot Somerfees is one of his best performances in Afrikaans. Additionally, he has performed at smaller events.
Riaan has also performed alongside Dewald Wasserfall, Steve Hofmeyr, and Theuns Jordaan.
Land en Strand för Bok van Blerk was Benadé’s debut composition as a songwriter at Coleske Artsist. The song served as the theme music for the same-titled television program hosted by Bok van Blerk.
Volume 3 of Country is Groot contains the two recordings of Riaan’s country hit, Sound of a Million Dreams, and Amarillo by Morning.
The popular song Monumentaal was written by the vocalist. The song was recorded by Ruhan du Toit and received a lot of radio. Spontaan, his solo album, was released. Gooi Nog ‘n Whiskey is the album’s first single.
Personal Life
Melissa Benadé, an admitted attorney, is Riaan Benadé’s spouse. In 2022, the couple welcomed Lucca Benadé, their daughter. He frequently shares photos of himself in the wild since he adores the outdoors.
He had a stroke in July 2023 and was admitted to Kloof Hospital. Following his hospital stay, the physicians informed him that he had not developed any new symptoms and that all of his symptoms had subsided.
Social Profile
The singer-songwriter tells many stories about him on social media through his posts. He posts about his music career, explorations, and moments with his family.
Profiles
Songs
As a songwriter, Benadé has established himself in the field. He has composed songs for the biggest names in Coleske music as well as for himself. Here are a few of his songs, including album tracks and singles.
- Rowwe Bliksem
- Vat ‘n Bietjie
- There Was Jesus
- Keeza
- Spontaan
- Haai Haai
- Lieg Vir My
- Gooi Nog ‘n Whiskey
- Kannie Sonder Jou Nie
- Ons Sal Self
- Sy’t Lyf
- Rooiroknooi
- Jy Is Genoeg
- Droom
- From Now On
- Nallies
- Helpende Hande
- Hierdie Keer
- Amarillo By Morning
- Sound Of A Million Dreams
- Seven Spanish Angels
- Monumentaal
