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The deal covers MNEK\u2019s future songwriting works and marks a new chapter in a career that has helped shape modern pop music over the past decade and a half. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Born Uzoechi Emenike, MNEK has built an extensive catalog spanning multiple genres, earning songwriting and production credits alongside some of the biggest names in music, including Beyonc\u00e9, Dua Lipa, Stormzy, Little Mix, BTS, and Zara Larsson. His work has made him one of the most sought-after creatives in contemporary pop. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Grammy- and BRIT-nominated musician has also enjoyed success as a recording artist. His collaboration with Joel Corry on the song Head &amp; Heart became a UK No. 1 hit and has accumulated more than a billion Spotify streams, while his collaboration with Zara Larsson on Never Forget You remains one of the biggest pop records of the streaming era. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Speaking about the agreement, MNEK said he was excited to join the Sony Music Publishing family and praised the company\u2019s teams in London and Los Angeles for their commitment to supporting the next phase of his career as a singer, songwriter, and producer. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Sony Music Publishing executives described MNEK as a \u201cgenerational talent\u201d whose influence on UK pop music is undeniable, highlighting both his songwriting achievements and his continued evolution as an artist. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The announcement comes as MNEK prepares for a new creative era, with plans to release his sophomore album, his first full-length project since 2018\u2019s Language later this year. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For Sony Music Publishing UK, the signing represents another major addition to its songwriter roster. 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