Bruce Boniface

Boniface
Birth name	Bruce Boniface
Born	(1981-06-05) 5 June 1981 (age 44) Seychelles
Origin	London, England
Genres	Pop, hip hop
Occupation	Singer-songwriter
Years active	2002–present
Labels	Capitol Records/Virgin Records/2BAD Entertainment (2006–present)
Website	www.bruceboniface.com

Bruce Boniface, better known by his surname, Boniface (born 5 June 1981) is a singer-songwriter, vocal arranger and record producer best known for his Top 40 hit "Cheeky", which peaked at number 25 on the UK Singles Chart. The track remained in the chart for three weeks. ^[1]

Biography

Boniface was born in Seychelles and started his music career at the age of 3. He had one Christmas and two studio albums by the age of 5.^{[ citation needed ]} Boniface and his family moved to England when he was 6 years old. After a short break at age 13, Boniface resumed developing his musical skills and dancing techniques. Among his influences are Michael Jackson, Boyz II Men, Babyface, Lionel Richie and Usher.^{[ citation needed ]}

In 2002, Boniface reached number 25 on the UK Singles Chart with the single "Cheeky". ^{[1] [2]} "Cheeky" also debuted at number two on the UK Hip Hop & R&B Singles Chart, staying on the chart for ten weeks. ^[3] He later toured with Destiny's Child in the UK and across Europe in 2002 and 2003.

He was signed to Virgin Records in July 2006.

Discography

List of singles released as lead artist, with selected chart positions, showing year released and originating album

Title	Year	Peak chart positions	Album
		UK [4]
"Cheeky" (featuring Lady Luck)	2002	25	Non-album singles
"Maybe She's Sorry"	2008	-

References

1. Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 70. ISBN   1-904994-10-5.
2. "Boniface - Cheeky". Official Charts. 25 August 2002. Retrieved 8 August 2025.
3. "Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Charton 25/8/2002 25 August 2002 - 31 August 2002". Official Charts. 25 August 2002. Retrieved 8 August 2025.
4. "Boniface". Official Charts. Retrieved 8 August 2025.