Duncan Sheik Biography

Duncan Sheik is an American singer and songwriter who was born and brought up Montclair, NJ, United States of America. Sheik is famous for his debut single Barely Breathing, and Spring Awakening musical.

Duncan Sheik Age and Birthday

Duncan was born on Nov 18, 1969, in Montclair, NJ, United States of America. He celebrates his birthday on Nov 18 yearly.  Sheik will be 51 years of age on Nov 18, 2020.

Duncan Sheik Height and Weight

Duncan is a man of tall stature, he also appears to be tall in stature in his photos. Sheik stands at a height of 5′ 9″ (approx. 1.75 meters). 

Duncan Sheik Education

Duncan attended Phillips Academy, Andover located in Andover, MA. Immediately after completing high school in 1988, Sheik joined Brown University in Providence, RI where he studied and graduated with a degree in Semiotics.

Duncan Sheik Family, Parents and Siblings

Duncan was born to both parents, John Sheik and Deborah Sheik in a small-sized family. However, his parents divorced thus he had to juggle between New Jersey and South Carolina while growing up. Additionally, Sheik has one sibling, half-sister Kacie Sheik.

Duncan Sheik Wife

Duncan and Singaporean fashion model  Nora Ariffin dated in 1999 before calling it quits. However, Sheik and Nora Ariffin rekindled their romantic relationship in 2011. Although Nora Ariffin isn’t Sheik’s wife, the two love birds are still together and have one daughter. We guess we shall be hearing wedding bells soon, furthermore, as soon as they tie the knot we shall update this part promptly.

Duncan Sheik Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Duncan.

• Full Name: Duncan Sheik
• Age: 50 years (2019)
• Date of Birth: Nov 18, 1969
• Place of Birth: Montclair, NJ
• Education‎: Phillips Academy, Andover, Brown University (Degree in Semiotics)
• Birthday: Nov 18
• Nationality: American
• Father’s Name: John Sheik
• Mother’s Name: Deborah Sheik
• Siblings: Kacie Sheik.
• Spouse: Unmarried
• Children: One daughter
• Height: 5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
• Hair Color: Black
• Profession: Singer, Songwriter, Composer
• Known For: Singing the single Barely Breathing
• Net worth: $4 million

Duncan Sheik Barely Breathing and Barely Breathing Lyrics

Duncan gained a lot of fame after releasing the single Barely Breathing in 1996 from his debut album Duncan Sheik. Barely Breathing was well received by the public and garnered three different award nominations.

Barely Breathing was nominated for Billboard Music Awards, Grammy Awards, and BMI Pop Awards. However, Barely Breathing won two of the nominations. Barely Breathing won the Billboard Music Awards in the Top Adult Top 40 Track category and the BMI Pop Awards in the category Award-Winning Song.

Furthermore, you can sing along to Barely Breathing lyrics below:

Duncan Sheik Half Life and Half Life Lyrics

Additionally, Sheik helped write the song Half Life in the American comedy film What a Girl Wants. Duncan was just one of the artists featured in What a Girl Wants film which was released in 2003 with the soundtrack Half Life included.

Furthermore, you can sing along to Half Life lyrics below:

Duncan Sheik She Runs Away

Duncan also gained a lot of prominence after releasing his debut album Duncan Sheik in 1996. Besides the song Barely Breathing which was used to promote the album, Sheik gained wide recognition after releasing the song She Runs Away.

Although She Runs Away was not such a huge success as compared to Barely Breathing, it peaked at position #24 on the Billboard magazine Adult Top 40.

Duncan Sheik On A High

Additionally, Duncan also featured in the science fiction film Birds of Prey soundtrack. Sheik composed the song On A High which was among the movie’s soundtrack album.

Duncan Sheik Net Worth

Duncan has enjoyed a long career in the music and entertainment industry spanning almost three decades. Through proceeds from his work as a singer, songwriter, and soundtrack composer he has been able to accumulate a modest fortune. Sheik has an estimated net worth of $4 million.

Duncan Sheik Musical Career

Duncan began his musical career playing the guitar. Before venturing to songwriting, Sheik played guitar for other bands and artists such as Liz and Lisa.

Duncan officially entered the music industry when with the release of his self-titled debut album in 1996. Furthermore, Sheik helped record songs for other artists. Duncan followed up the album Duncan Sheik with seven other albums.

Moreover, Sheikh also helped compose movie soundtracks, musicals, and plays. He has also helped produce different albums and music.

Duncan Sheik Whisper House

Duncan released his sixth studio album Whisper House under RCA Victor record label on Jan 27, 2009. Whisper House featured 10 tracks including one feature with American singer Skylar Grey. Furthermore, Whisper House had a bonus track called The Ghost In You which is available on iTunes.

Although Whisper House did not receive a lot of commercial success, the album peaked at #181 on the US Billboard 200 chart. Whisper House was headlined by the singles Earthbound Starlight and Play Your Part.

Duncan Sheik Wishful Thinking

Moreover, Duncan helped composed the song Wishful Thinking. Wishful Thinking was part of the soundtrack to the American romance movie Great Expectations which was released in 1998. Sheik’s Wishful Thinking peaked at #103 on the US Billboard Hot 100.

Duncan Sheik In The Absence Of Sun

Aside from releasing his own music, Duncan has written songs for multiple films and movies. Directors of the 1997 movie The Saint invited Sheik to write the song In the Absence of Sun in the album  The Saint: Music from the Motion Picture Soundtrack.

Additionally, different artists like Orbital, Moby, Fluke, Luscious Jackson, The Chemical Brothers, Underworld, Daft Punk, David Bowie, Dreadzone also contributed to the soundtrack album.

Duncan Sheik Spring Awakening

Furthermore, Duncan wrote the rock musical Spring Awakening in 2006. Spring Awakening was such a success that it received three award nominations in five different categories.

Sheik’s Spring Awakening was nominated and won the 2007 Tony Award in the categories Best Original Score and Best Orchestrations. Additionally, Spring Awakening was nominated for Drama Desk Awards in the categories  Outstanding Music and Outstanding Orchestrations. However, Spring Awakening only won the Outstanding Music category.

Spring Awakening was nominated and won the 2008 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.

Duncan Sheik Songs

Duncan has released several songs including eight studio albums. Some of Sheik’s songs include:

• Barely Breathing released in 1996
• Half-Life released in 2002
• This Is Not an Exit released in 2016
• She Runs Away released in 1996
• On a High released in 2002
• View From the Other Side released in 1999
• Wishful Thinking released in 1998
• Hey Casanova released in 2006
• There Once Was a Pirate released in 2006
• Not a Common Man released in 2016
• Something Somewhere released in 2004
• Selling Out released in 2015
• In the Absence of Sun released in 1996
• Reasons for Living released in 1996
• The Ghost in You released in 2011
• That Says It All released in 1998
• Opening released in 2016
• River Man released in 1998
• Home released in 1996
• Killing Time 2.0 released in 2016
• White Limousine released in 2008
• The Song Of Purple Summer
• You Are What You Wear released in 2016
• A Girl Before released in 2016
• Killing Spree released in 2016
• Serena released in 1996
• Earthbound Starlight released in 2009
• Lost on the Moon released in 2006
• Bite Your Tongue released in 1998
• The Dark I Know Well

Duncan Sheik Albums

Sheik has released eight studio albums:

• Legerdemain released in 2015
• Covers 80’s released in 2011
• Whisper House released in 2009
• White Limousine released in 2006
• Daylight released in 2002
• Phantom Moon released in 2001
• Humming released in 1998
• Duncan Sheik released in 1996

Duncan Sheik Tour

Sheik will have a US tour in 2021. Below are Duncan’s Making the Music tour dates and venues:

• 11 Feb 2021 at Eau Claire, WI
• 13 Feb 2021 at Charlotte, NC
• 14 Feb 2021 at Auburn, AL
• 19 Feb 2021 North Bethesda, MD
• 24 Feb 2021 Cambridge, MA
• 28 Feb 2021 New Brunswick, NJ

FAQs About Duncan Sheik

Who is Duncan Sheik?

Duncan is an accomplished singer and songwriter who gained extensive recognition after releasing the single Barely Breathing from his self titled album.

How old is Duncan Sheik?

Sheik is an American national born on 18 Nov 1969, in Montclair, NJ.

How tall is Duncan Sheik?

Duncan stands at a height of 1.75m.

Is Duncan Sheik married?

No, however, Duncan has been in a romantic relationship with the Singaporean fashion model  Nora Ariffin since 2011.

How much is Duncan Sheik worth?

Duncan has an approximate net worth of $4 million from his leading roles in the music industry.

Where does D Sheik live?

He is a resident of Los Angeles, CA, USA. Moreover, as soon as we have his exact location of residence we shall upload pictures of his house immediately.

Is D Sheik dead or alive?

Sheik is alive and in good health.

Where is Duncan Sheik Now?

Duncan is and has been making and composing music since 1993, having his last music album released on 9 Oct 2015.