its sources remain unclear because it lacks inline citations. Please improve this article by introducing more precise citations where appropriate. (August 2010) Duncan Sheik Background information Birth name Duncan Scott Sheik Born November 18, 1969 (1969-11-18) (age 41) Montclair, New Jersey, U.S. Genres Rock, pop, alternative rock, acoustic rock Occupations Singer-songwriter, composer Instruments Guitar, piano, voice, electronics Years active 1993–present Labels Atlantic Records Nonesuch/Elektra Records Zoë/Rounder/Universal Records Rhino/Atlantic Records Website Official website Awards Grammy Awards 2008 Best Musical Show Album Spring Awakening Tony Awards 2007 Best Orchestrations Spring Awakening 2007 Best Original Score Spring Awakening Duncan Scott Sheik (born November 18, 1969) is an American singer-songwriter and composer. Sheik initially found success as a singer, most notably for his 1996 debut single "Barely Breathing". He later expanded his work to include compositions for motion pictures and the Broadway stage, leading him to involvement in the multiple award-winning musical Spring Awakening. He resides in New York City..