Born in Bloemfontein, South Africa,[1][2] Coenie was educated at University of the Free State majoring in media studies where he later on lectured in the Communications faculty.

He wrote, recorded and produced the album Amper Alleen in Cyprus and in Athens, Greece.

He released Hartland, an album which included a vocal performance by Lesley Rae Dowling.

De Villiers presents the TV show "Kwêla" on DStv's KykNET channel.

He has also managed a marketing company in Gauteng and worked as a radio DJ, television presenter, and advertising executive.