Alya (Singer) Biography: Nationality, Age, Net Worth, Spouse, Height, Songs, Instagram

Alya, whose Full name is Alja Omladič, is a proud Slovenian pop singer whose vibrant voice and stylish flair have made her a star in her homeland and beyond.

Rising to fame with her 2004 debut album, Alya, which went gold and platinum, she captured hearts with hits like “Moja pesem,” “Zlaži se mi,” and “A veš.”

From her early days playing piano as a child in Mozirje to headlining concerts across Slovenia, Alya’s music blends catchy pop with Slovenian spirit.

Profile

• Full Name: Alja Omladič
• Stage Name: Alya
• Born: May 28, 1983
• Age: 42 years old
• Birthplace: Mozirje, Slovenia
• Nationality: Slovenian
• Occupation: Pop Singer, Songwriter
• Height: 167 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Omladič
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 Million to $3 Million

Early Life & Education

Alya was born on May 28, 1983, and grew up in Mozirje, a small town in Slovenia’s Savinja Valley, surrounded by mountains and rich culture.

Raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Omladič, Alya embraced her Slovenian ethnicity and likely her Christian faith, which is common in the region.

Although little is known about her siblings, her childhood was marked by creativity, from writing her own songs to dreaming of a stage career.

As a teen, she formed a band with four boys, laying the groundwork for her future success. Mozirje’s close-knit community shaped her warm, determined spirit, driving her to share Slovenia’s beauty through music.

Details about Alya’s formal education are not widely shared, but she likely completed high school in Mozirje or a nearby town.

Her early piano training suggests she studied music formally as a child, possibly at a local music school.

Alya’s focus on performing, starting with her band and festival appearances in 2001, shows she prioritized her music career over higher education, learning through gigs and studio work.

Career

Alya’s career kicked off in 2001 with her performance of “Mr. Pozelenja” at the Radio Hit festival, where she took second place.

Her 2002 single “Igra” premiered at the Slovenian Supermodel show, climbing radio charts and marking her rise. In 2004, she released her debut album, Alya, through Menart Records, which went gold and platinum.

Videos for “Alya” and “Zvezda večera” hit MTV’s World Chart Express, gaining international attention. Her song “Fluid” won Best Rock Song at the 2004 Slovenian Radio Festival.

Alya competed in Slovenia’s EMA for Eurovision from 2003 to 2005 and in 2007, and her 2008 hit “A veš,” written by Jan Plestenjak, was voted Best Song of 2008, later remixed with 6Pack Čukur.

She recorded “Zelo naglas” for Big Brother Slovenia in 2008 and released her second album, Non Stop!, in 2009, featuring the hit “Brazil.”

In 2014, she became the face of MINGL, performing her single “Car” at the Concert in the Sky event at 4,500 feet.

Her third album, Car, came out that year. Alya’s 2015 charity single “En svet” with Slove’n’aid and her 2016 win at Melodije morja in sonca with “Srce za srce (Ti)” cemented her status.

Recent singles like “Ti z mano znaš” and “Se živi” keep her on Slovenia’s charts, showcasing her enduring talent and Slovenian pride.

Awards & Nominations

• Second Place, Radio Hit Festival with “Mr. Pozelenja” (2001)
• Winner, Best Rock Song for “Fluid,” Slovenian Radio Festival (2004)
• Winner, Slovenian Musician with Best Style, Modna Jana Award (2004)
• Winner, Singer of the Year, Slovenian Journalists (2005)
• Winner, Best Song of the Year for “A veš” (2008)
• Fourth Place, EMA with “Zadnji dan” (with Rudi Bučar, 2009)
• Winner, Most-Played Song for “Zlaži se mi,” Zavod IPF (2013)
• Winner, Melodije Morja in Sonca with “Srce za srce (Ti)” (2016)
• Nominated, MAC Best Song by a Female Singer for “Sedam dana na moru” (2019)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @alyamusic
• Facebook: Alya
• YouTube channel: Alya Official

Personal Life

At 42, Alya lives a lively life in Slovenia, often between Mozirje and Ljubljana. Standing at 167 cm, she has a stylish, energetic presence that shines on stage.

She’s single, keeping her love life private, with no confirmed relationships or children as of 2023.

Alya’s Slovenian heritage is central to her identity, and she loves sharing her homeland’s beauty, from its rivers to its festivals, in her music and posts.

She enjoys connecting with fans, performing at clubs, and mentoring young artists, as seen in her role as an ambassador for X Factor Slovenija in 2012.

Net Worth

Alya’s estimated net worth is between $1 million and $3 million.

Her income comes from album sales, concert tours, festival performances, and endorsements like Wrigley, Mobitel, and MINGL.

Her gold and platinum debut album, chart-topping singles, and 2015 gold record for the handball championship anthem “Live It” have boosted her earnings. Alya’s lasting success and Slovenian drive show her financial growth.

Discography

• “Mr. Pozelenja” (Single, 2001)
• “Igra” (Single, 2002)
• Alya (Album, 2004)
• “Fluid” (Single, 2004)
• “A veš” (Single, 2008)
• “Zelo naglas” (Single, 2008)
• Non Stop! (Album, 2009)
• “Brazil” (Single, 2009)
• “Zadnji dan” (Single with Rudi Bučar, 2009)
• “Tu in zdaj” / “Say Goodbye” (Single, 2010)
• “Vse bo lepo” (Single, 2011)
• “Moja pesem” (Single, 2012)
• “Zlaži se mi” (Single, 2013)
• “Car” (Single, 2014)
• Car (Album, 2014)
• “Čas je (Dan zmage)” (Single with Trkaj, 2014)
• “En svet” (Charity Single, Slove’n’aid, 2015)
• “Live It” (Handball Championship Anthem, 2015)
• “Za naju” (Single, 2015)
• “Dober Dan” (Single, 2015)
• “Spet in spet” (Single, 2016)
• “Srce za srce (Ti)” (Single, 2016)
• “Sedam dana na moru” (Single, 2019)
• “Ti z mano znaš” (Single)
• “Se živi” (Single)