Neway Debebe Biography: Children, Albums, Wife, Age, Height, Net Worth, Songs, Divorce

Neway Debebe born December 21, 1958 is an Ethiopian singer and songwriter.

He is celebrated for his smooth voice and his contributions to modern Ethiopian music, blending traditional rhythms with pop, jazz, and Afro-beat influences.

Profile

• Full Name: Neway Debebe
• Stage Name: Neway Debebe
• Born: December 21, 1958
• Age: 67 years old
• Birthplace: Hamer Bako, Ethiopia
• Nationality: Ethiopian
• Occupation: Singer, songwriter
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Debebe
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Aida Hassen
• Children: Two sons
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $1 million – $2 million

Early Life And Education

Neway Debebe was born on December 21, 1958 in Hamer Bako, Ethiopia, making him 66 years old.

He is of Ethiopian ethnicity (Amhara region roots) and practices the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian faith.

He was raised by his parents whose names are Mr and Mrs Debebe, details about his siblings are not available.

He spent his early years moving around Asella, Awassa and Wolayta due to his family’s work, which exposed him to a variety of Ethiopian musical traditions.

He attended Ras Andarge High School in Asella where his music teacher, Fantahun Antalehegn, encouraged his talent.

He later moved to Addis Ababa to join theatre and music bands (such as the Roha Band) and began formal involvement in the music scene while still young.

Career

Neway Debebe’s career began in the late 1970s when he joined the Roha Band as lead vocalist.

His first album included hit songs such as “Yetikimit Abeba” and “Egnaw Enitarek”, establishing him as a major voice in Ethiopian pop and traditional fusion.

His style incorporated traditional Ethiopian beats, rumba, reggae, ethno-jazz, calypso and Afro-pop, giving him wide popularity.

During the 1990s and early 2000s, Neway spent many years in the United States, where he continued to record and release albums such as Hageren Alresam and Yene Deha.

He returned to Ethiopia around 2007 and resumed active work in the Ethiopian music industry.

Over the decades, he has composed lyrics and melodies not only for himself but for other prominent Ethiopian artists.

His work spans more than five studio albums and numerous singles, and he remains influential among new generations of Ethiopian musicians.

Personal Life

Ethiopian singer and songwriter Neway Debebe was previously married to Aida Hassen; the marriage ended in divorce in 2010.

He remarried in 2018 and has two sons from his family.

Regarding his height, Neway Debebe stands at 5 feet 8 inches tall which is approximately(173 cm).

Discography

Selected Albums:

• Maebel Naw (1978)
• Yetikimit Abeba (1977)
• Amen (1995)
• Hageren Alresam (1998)
• Best of Neway Debebe Collection (2007)

Selected Singles:

• Gondar (2022)
• Siwedush Eweki

Net Worth

Neway Debebe’s estimated net worth is between $1 million – $2 million.

His income has come from album and single sales, streaming revenue, live concerts (domestic and international), music composition and publishing, and his collaborations with other artists.

His long-standing career and enduring popularity in Ethiopia and the diaspora contribute to his financial and professional stability.