Baraka Andrew Ongeri, better known as Binki, is an emerging singer-songwriter from the United States who is making waves in the music industry with his unique sound and style.
Binki’s music blends elements of indie, rock and electronic music to form a fresh and exciting sound that has captured the attention of music lovers around the world.
Although Binki is a newcomer to the music scene, he has already gained a loyal following of fans who appreciate his innovative approach to music creation.
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- Name: Baraka Andrew Ongri
- Stage name: Binki
- Date of Birth: September 14, 1997
- Age: 25
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Pennsylvania, USA
- Nationality: African American
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter
early life
Baraka Andrew Ongeri, better known as Binki, was born in Pennsylvania, USA, to Kenyan parents. He grew up in a musical family, with his father playing guitar and his mother singing. Binki loved music from a young age, and he began writing and recording songs in high school.
Binki originally studied acting at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. While in college, he discovered his love for music and began pursuing it alongside his studies.
Despite this, he still considered himself an actor, with music being a secondary interest. However, as he continued to explore his musical talents, Binki began to gain recognition for his unique sound and style. Eventually, he decided to devote himself to a career in music full-time.
Personal life
Binki is a private person who prefers to keep his personal life hidden from the public eye. However, he is close to his family and friends and has spoken about the importance of having a solid support system in the music industry.
Profession
After graduating from college, Ongeri moved to Brooklyn, New York City. In 2018, he released his first single, “Marco,” followed by “Wiggle” the following year. In August 2019, Pigeons & Planes magazine named him one of the “Best New Artists” of the month, and in September, he released “Sea Sick.”
“Heybb!” and its music video were both released in October under the Fader Label and were later used in Apple’s iPad Air 4 advertisement. Both “Heybb!” and “Sea Sick” became popular songs on TikTok. During this period, Ongeri was still honing his acting skills.
In May 2021, he released “Clay Pigeon”, followed by “Revolve” in July. The two singles were included in his debut EP “Motor Function”, which was released in August and received positive reviews from music critics. In March 2023, Ongeri released “Hotel Window”.
net worth
As of 2023, sources estimate Binki’s net worth to be around $500,000. However, his net worth may be uncertain due to various factors, such as his career, investments, and other financial decisions.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @binkstinks
- Twitter account: N/A
Discography
- Heb
- Clay Shooting
- around
- Landline
- Marco
- Invisible Fence
- seasick
- Rocket Ship
- swing
