Geko, 1997
Singers · June 15, 1997
Geko
★ HOW OLD IS GEKO?
Geko is 28 years old, born June 15, 1997 in United Kingdom · Gemini.
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★ LEDE
About
Geko turned Manchester grime into UK chart hits with "6:30" and "New Money". Born Hodifa Abdalla Elshabli on 15 June 1997 in Britain, he signed to U.S.G. at 13, launched his own label OneTape Records in 2014, and broke mainstream after joining 3 Beat Productions in 2018. A Gemini who channels introspective rap and sing-song hooks.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Geko's breakthrough singles "6:30" (featuring NSG) and "New Money" (with French Montana and Ay Em) charted on the UK Singles Chart and earned BPI certifications. Born 15 June 1997 in Manchester, he signed to K Koke's U.S.G. label at age 13, releasing the EP Heartless before leaving in 2014 to found OneTape Records. Under his own imprint, he dropped the EP Baba and multiple singles, then partnered with Sony Music to release his debut album LionHeart in 2017. His mainstream turn came after signing to 3 Beat Productions in 2018, when "Will Smith", "Link Up", and other singles climbed the charts. He released his first major album 22 in 2019. As a British rapper and singer, Geko works across both grime and melodic styles, blending introspection with production-driven tracks. Born under Gemini, he represents the generation of UK rappers who leveraged independent labels and streaming platforms to reach global audiences.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Geko signed to U.S.G., K Koke's label, at age 13, making him one of the youngest signings in UK grime. He released the EP Heartless with U.S.G. before leaving the label in 2014 at just 16 or 17 years old. He then founded OneTape Records and independently released the EP Baba and several singles to build his fanbase before his 2017 mainstream push.
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Trivia
- His breakthrough single "6:30" featured NSG and charted on the UK Singles Chart.
- He founded his own label, OneTape Records, in 2014 after leaving U.S.G..
- "New Money", a collaboration with French Montana and Ay Em, became one of his signature tracks and charted in the UK.
- His debut album LionHeart dropped in 2017 under Sony Music.
- His first major album 22 was released in 2019.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Visionary
11 carries the qualities of 2 amplified. Highly intuitive, often associated with thought leaders and trend-setters in their fields.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Geko?
- Geko is 28 years old (born June 15, 1997).
- When is Geko's birthday?
- Geko was born on June 15, 1997.
- What is Geko's zodiac sign?
- Geko is a Gemini, born June 15, 1997.
- What is Geko's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Geko was born in 1997, the year of the Fire Ox.
- Where is Geko from?
- Geko is from United Kingdom.
- What does Geko do?
- Geko is a singer.
- Is Geko still alive?
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