MNEK Background information Birth name Uzoechi Osisioma Emenike Also known as MNEK Born (1994-11-09) 9 November 1994 Lewisham, London, UK Origin Bellingham, London, UK Genres Pop dance-pop R&B house UK garage Occupation(s) Singer songwriter record producer Years active 2012–present Labels Capitol Virgin EMI Moshi Moshi Associated acts Rudimental Duke Dumont Gorgon City Zara Larsson Lianne La Havas Clean Bandit Stormzy