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Duncan Sheik, 'Barely Breathing' Singer and 'Spring Awakening' Composer, Dies at 56
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Duncan Sheik, 'Barely Breathing' Singer and 'Spring Awakening' Composer, Dies at 56

Singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik, known for his 1996 hit "Barely Breathing" and for composing the Tony Award-winning musical "Spring Awakening," has died at 56. His death was confirmed by his mother due to organ failure.

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