[5] Although Roxxi first planned to embark on a music career straight after high school, she ultimately chose to attend secondary education first, as it was frowned upon in the Indian community for a young girl to become a club DJ.
[5][6] During her first year at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Govender left her LLB studies due to her father's demise and stepped into the family liquor business.
[7] Following her belief in the power of good music, Govender's popularity grew, and she started headlining some of 5FM's major gigs.
[7] Her career peaked in 2009 when she headlined the 5FM Vodacom Durban July after-party and toured with the Rage Fest in Umhlanga, performing alongside notable artists.
[5] In November 2012, at the first Global Spin Awards held in New York, Govender was recognized as the Best DJ in the Africa category.