Seal
Streaming Now
About Seal
British singer-songwriter Seal (born Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel) emerged in the early 1990s with his blend of soul, R&B, and electronic music, debuting hit songs ‘Crazy’ and ‘Killer’. However, his 1994 ballad ‘Kiss from a Rose’ propelled him to international stardom, peaking at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1995 after being featured on the Batman Forever soundtrack.
The track earned him three Grammy Awards for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Male Pop Vocal Performance in 1996.
Seal has released multiple albums, including ‘Seal’ (1991), ‘Seal II’ (1994), ‘Human Being’ (1998), and ‘Standards’ (2017), selling over 20 million records worldwide. Beyond his music, he is also known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in raising awareness for environmental and humanitarian causes.
What inspired Seal’s musical style?
Seal took early inspiration from artists like Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix, and Prince, blending elements of soul, funk, and electronic music to create his signature sound.
Has Seal acted in movies or TV shows?
While not primarily an actor, Seal has appeared as a coach on The Voice Australia and has made cameo appearances in TV shows and films, including Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016).
Does Seal write his songs?
Seal has written or co-written most of his biggest hits, including ‘Kiss from a Rose’, ‘Crazy’, and ‘Love’s Divine’.
Has Seal won any other music awards?
Seal has won four Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards, and an MTV Video Music Award throughout his music career.
