VannDa Biography: Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Height, Songs, Albums, Parents

Mann Vannda, known mononymously as VannDa, is a Cambodian rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer celebrated for his groundbreaking fusion of hip-hop and traditional Khmer music.

He rose to international prominence with his 2021 single “Time to Rise,” featuring Master Kong Nay, which became Cambodia’s first music video to hit one million YouTube views in 24 hours.

Named one of Asia’s top hip-hop artists by Lifted Asia Magazine, VannDa’s incisive flows and evocative lyrics have reshaped Cambodian music, earning him a historic performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony and a spot on the Forbes Under 30 Asia List in 2023.

Profile

• Full Name: Mann Vannda
• Stage Name: VannDa
• Born: 22 January, 1997
• Age: 28 years old
• Birthplace: Sihanoukville, Preah Sihanouk Province, Cambodia
• Nationality: Cambodian
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer-Songwriter, Producer
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mann Bunnheng, Kang Kimseak
• Siblings: Sophy, VannDy
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million–2 million

Early Life and Education

Mann Vannda, was born on January 22, 1997, in Sihanoukville, Preah Sihanouk Province, Cambodia. Raised by his parents, Mann Bunnheng and Kang Kimseak, who ran a coconut-shaving business in Psar Leur market, he grew up alongside two older siblings, Sophy and VannDy.

Inspired by his brother’s love for hip-hop, VannDa discovered music online, idolizing Kanye West and Kid Cudi. He is self-taught, having honed his skills using FL Studio at internet cafes during high school.

Details about his formal education are not publicly known, but he moved to Phnom Penh to pursue music. His ethnicity is Khmer, and his religion is not publicly known.

Career

VannDa, began his career as an independent artist in 2016, releasing pop ballads like “A Song For My Ex” and “A Song For Ex’s Boyfriend,” which gained modest online traction. Inspired by early Cambodian rappers like Khmer1Jivit, he transitioned to hip-hop, self-teaching production and lyricism.

In 2019, he joined Baramey Production, a label founded by Laura Mam to champion Khmer original music. His early singles, such as “Player” (2018), showcased his raw energy, but it was his 2020 debut album $kull the Album that established him as a rising star, earning a growing fanbase.

VannDa’s breakthrough came in 2021 with “Time to Rise,” a collaboration with chrieng chapei legend Master Kong Nay, blending traditional Khmer instrumentation with hip-hop. Filmed at the National Museum of Cambodia, the video amassed 129 million YouTube views, winning Song and Music Video of the Year from Lifted Asia Magazine.

His 2022 album Skull 2 (Season 1) tackled mental health and cultural pride, with tracks like “Khmer Blood” garnering 14 million views. Collaborations with Thai rappers F.HERO and OG Bobby, and Vietnamese rapper Suboi, expanded his regional influence, while his role as a producer on The Rapper Cambodia nurtured new talent.

In 2024, VannDa made history as the first Southeast Asian artist to perform at the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony, joining Phoenix for “If I Ever Feel Better” and “Funky Squaredance” and delivering “Time to Rise” to a global audience. His 2024 single “Asian State of Mind” with Awich, Jay Park, Kr$na, and Masiwei marked his global ascent, while his TREYVISAI trilogy, launched in March 2025, pushes his innovative sound further.

Currently, VannDa is a leading voice in Southeast Asian hip-hop, with 4.75 million YouTube subscribers and a mission to preserve Khmer culture while inspiring youth worldwide.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @vanndaofficial
• Facebook Handle: Vann Da – វណ្ណដា
• YouTube Handle: វណ្ណដា-VannDa Official

Personal Life

VannDa, is single and has no publicly known spouse or children. His love for Cambodian culture and resilience shapes his lifestyle, and he remains dedicated to mentoring young artists and promoting Khmer heritage globally.

Discography

• A Song For My Ex (2016, Single)
• A Song For Ex’s Boyfriend (2016, Single)
• Player (2018, Single, feat. Temp Tris, Rawyer, Snooga, Reezy)
• J+O (Remix) (2019, Single, feat. Reezy & Khmer1Jivit)
• $kull the Album (2020, Album)
• Time to Rise (2021, Single, feat. Master Kong Nay)
• Khmer Blood (2022, Single)
• Skull 2 (Season 1) (2022, Album)
• Young Man (2022, Single, feat. OG Bobby)
• Asian State of Mind (2024, Single, feat. Awich, Jay Park, Kr$na, Masiwei)
• TREYVISAI I: The Search For Light (2025, Album)
• TREYVISAI II: Burn Like The Sun (2025, Album)

Net Worth

VannDa, has an estimated net worth of $1–2 million USD. His income is primarily derived from his music career, including streaming revenue from platforms like Spotify, where he has over 200,000 monthly listeners, and YouTube ad revenue from his 4.75 million subscribers. Additional earnings come from live performances, such as his historic 2024 Paris Olympics appearance, and his production work for The Rapper Cambodia.