Ayliva Biography: Hit Singles, Albums, Siblings, Net Worth, Age, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Boyfriend, Awards

Ayliva, born Elif Akar on April 4, 1998, in Recklinghausen, Germany, is a German singer, songwriter, and musician.

She began gaining attention on TikTok in 2020 and rose to fame with her hit single, “Deine Schuld,” in 2021.

Known for her emotional lyrics and soulful voice, Ayliva has released chart-topping albums including Weißes Herz, Schwarzes Herz, and In Liebe.

Profile

• Full Name: Elif Akar
• Stage Name: Ayliva
• Born: April 4, 1998
• Age: 27 years old (as of 2025)
• Birthplace: Recklinghausen, Germany
• Nationality: German
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician
• Height: 5 feet and 7 inches tall
• Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Akar
• Siblings: Two
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2–3 million

Early Life And Education

Ayliva was born as Elif Akar on April 4, 1998, in Recklinghausen, Germany. She is 27 years old. Her family is of Turkish ethnicity, and she was raised in a bilingual household.

Her religion is Islam. She grew up with one older sister and one younger brother, raised by Mr. and Mrs. Akar. From a young age, Ayliva learned to play musical instruments like the keyboard, guitar, and violin.

She initially studied philosophy and German at Ruhr University Bochum with the intention of becoming a teacher, but later switched to a career in social work. However, she eventually dropped out to pursue music full-time.

Career

Ayliva started sharing her music on TikTok and Instagram in 2020. Her first breakthrough came in 2021 with the single Deine Schuld, which charted in Germany and Austria.

That same year, she gained further attention with Wenn ich wein and Schmetterlinge. Her emotional songwriting and soft vocals stood out in the German pop scene.

In 2022, she released her debut studio album, Weißes Herz, followed by her second album, Schwarzes Herz, in 2023, which debuted at number one in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The album broke national streaming records, and her single Hässlich topped the charts.

Her third album, In Liebe, was released in 2024 and also debuted at number one. She later joined The Voice Kids Germany as a coach in 2025. Ayliva’s style blends pop, soul, and R&B, often addressing personal experiences, emotional pain, and healing.

Awards and Nominations

• Bambi Award – Most Successful Female Artist (2023)
• MTV Europe Music Award – Best German Act (2024)
• Deutscher Musikautorenpreis – Most Successful Work (Wunder, 2025)
• New Music Award – Breakthrough Artist (2023)
• Several other nominations for 1LIVE Krone and HipHop.de Awards

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @aylivaofficial

Personal Life

German singer, songwriter, and musician. Ayliva, born Elif Akar on April 4, 1998, is not yet married, and there is no publicly available information about her previous or current romantic relationships. She keeps her personal life private. Regarding her height, Ayliva stands at 5 feet and 7 inches tall.

Discography

Albums:

• Weißes Herz (2022)
• Schwarzes Herz (2023)
• In Liebe (2024)

Hit Singles:

• Deine Schuld
• Wenn ich wein
• Schmetterlinge
• Bei Nacht
• Sie weiß (feat. Mero)
• Hässlich
• Wunder (with Apache 207)

Net Worth

Ayliva’s net Worth is estimated at $2–3 million. She earns money through streaming, album sales, live performances, brand partnerships, and TV appearances, such as The Voice Kids. Her growing fan base and chart-topping music have positioned her as one of the most successful young artists in the German music industry.