In the Rain

Alexandra Burke

Alexandra Imelda Cecelia Ewen Burke (born 25 August 1989) is an English R&B and pop recording artist, songwriter, dancer and model. Born and raised in Islington, London, United Kingdom. Burke was exposed to music from an early age, with her mother being the lead singer of Soul II Soul. Burke rose to fame after winning the fifth series of British television series The X Factor in 2008. Burke currently stands as one of the most successful winners of The X Factor. She is signed to four record labels: Epic Records, RCA Records, Subliminal and Syco Music. more »