As Winnie Khumalo grew up she developed a strong and beautiful singing voice. At 15, when she started singing, her natural talent launched her singing career. The independent and spirited Khumalo released her debut album, Hey Laiti, in 1988. While she was given recognition by the industry for her impressive vocal abilities, she also had to endure some criticism from people who said she copied Brenda Fassie, with whom she was working. Few people really know who Khumalo is.