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| Birth name | Seal Henry Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel |
| Born | February 19, 1963 |
| Origin | London, England |
| Genre(s) | Contemporary R&B, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Funk, House, Dance |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, bass guitar |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Website | http://www.seal.com |
Seal (Seal Henry) Olusegun Olumide Adeola Samuel (born February 19, 1963 in Paddington, London) is a two time Grammy Award winning British soul singer and songwriter of Nigerian ancestry. Events 197 - Roman Emperor Septimius Severus defeats usurper Clodius Albinus in the Battle of Lugdunum Year 1963 ( MCMLXIII) was a Common year starting on Tuesday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. London ( ˈlʌndən is the capital and largest urban area in the United Kingdom. England is a Country which is part of the United Kingdom. Its inhabitants account for more than 83% of the total UK population whilst its mainland A music genre is a categorical and typological construct that identifies musical sounds as belonging to a particular category and type of music that can be distinguished from other Contemporary R&B (also known as R&B, urban) is a Music genre of western Popular music (predominantly American and Canadian Soul music is a Music genre that combines Rhythm and blues and Gospel music, originating in the United States. Funk is an American musical style that originated in the mid- to late-1960s when African American musicians blended Soul music, Soul House music is a style of Electronic dance music initially popularized in mid-1980s Discothèques catering to the African-American, Latino This article is about music for dancing in general You may also be looking for Electronic dance music. A songwriter is someone who writes the Lyrics to songs the Musical composition (chords or Melody to songs or both A musical instrument is a device constructed or modified for the purpose of making Music. Singing is the act of producing musical sounds with the voice, which is often contrasted with Speech. The guitar is a Musical instrument with ancient roots that is used in a wide variety of musical styles The electric bass guitar (also called electric bass, or simply bass; ˈbeɪs as in "base" is a Stringed instrument played primarily with the Events 197 - Roman Emperor Septimius Severus defeats usurper Clodius Albinus in the Battle of Lugdunum Year 1963 ( MCMLXIII) was a Common year starting on Tuesday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Paddington is an area of the City of Westminster, in Central London, England. London ( ˈlʌndən is the capital and largest urban area in the United Kingdom. The Grammy Awards (originally called the Gramophone Awards)—or Grammys —are presented annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Soul music is a Music genre that combines Rhythm and blues and Gospel music, originating in the United States. A songwriter is someone who writes the Lyrics to songs the Musical composition (chords or Melody to songs or both Nigeria, officially named the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a federal Constitutional republic comprising thirty-six states and one Federal [1] His name Olusegun means "God is victorious". [2] Known professionally by his first name, Seal is known for his numerous international hits and his marriage to supermodel Heidi Klum. Heidi Klum (ˈklʊm born June 1 1973 is a German model, actress TV presenter, Fashion designer, Television producer and occasional singer
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Childhood and Early Life
Seal was born Sealhenry Olumide Samuel in Paddington, a district of the City of Westminster in inner London . Paddington is an area of the City of Westminster, in Central London, England. The City of Westminster ( is a borough of London with city status. London ( ˈlÊŒndÉ™n is the capital and largest urban area in the United Kingdom. He graduated with a degree in architecture, and worked in various jobs in the London area. The term architecture (from Greek αÏχιτεκτονικήarchitektoniki) can be used to mean a process a profession or documentation
Seal got his characteristic facial scars as a result of discoid lupus, which, additionally, caused some hair loss. Systemic lupus erythematosus ( SLE or lupus,) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can be fatal though with recent medical advances fatalities are becoming [3]
Music Career
Early Career
After a short time singing in local clubs and bars, in the 1980s he joined Push, a British funk band, and toured with them in Japan. For a topic outline on this subject see List of basic Japan topics. In Asia, he joined a blues band in Thailand for a while before separating from the group and journeying throughout India on his own. The Blues is a vocal and instrumental form of Music based on the use of the Blue notes It emerged as an accessible form of self-expression The Kingdom of Thailand (ˈtaɪlænd ราชà¸à¸²à¸“าจัà¸à¸£à¹„ทย, râËtÉ•Ê°a-Ê”aËnaËtÉ•É‘̀k-tÊ°É‘j India, officially the Republic of India (à¤à¤¾à¤°à¤¤ गणराजà¥à¤¯ inc-Latn BhÄrat GaṇarÄjya; see also other Indian languages) is a country When Seal arrived back in England, he met Adamski, a producer who was impressed by him. Adamski (born Adam Tinley 4 December 1967, in the New Forest, England) is an English Dance music producer, He was given the lyrics of the song "Killer", which was a huge hit in 1990.
Seal [1991]
Seal first came to public attention as vocalist on the Adamski single "Killer" in 1990. Seal is Seal 's eponymous 1991 debut album and contained the UK singles "Killer" (originally performed with Adamski) " Adamski (born Adam Tinley 4 December 1967, in the New Forest, England) is an English Dance music producer, " Killer " is a popular song by Adamski and Seal. Written by Adam Tinley (Adamski and Seal and produced by Adamski "Killer" was Adamski's Year 1990 ( MCMXC) was a Common year starting on Monday (link displays the 1990 Gregorian calendar) The single eventually reached number one in 1990 in the UK. Year 1990 ( MCMXC) was a Common year starting on Monday (link displays the 1990 Gregorian calendar) The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom, the UK or Britain,is a Sovereign state located Seal subsequently signed to ZTT Records and released his debut album (produced by Trevor Horn), self-titled Seal, in 1991. ZTT Records is a Record label founded in 1983 by NME journalist Paul Morley, record producer Trevor Horn, producer/engineer Trevor Charles Horn (born 15 July 1949) is an English Pop music Record producer, songwriter and musician Year 1991 ( MCMXCI) was a Common year starting on Tuesday (link will display full calendar of the Gregorian Calendar. Two versions of the album are known to be in circulation: the original "premix" version and a second, more common version with an updated mix. This is attributed to the demand for a produced single rushing the final album edit, and as Seal puts it, his and producer Horn's "inability to let go. "[4]
Seal was positively received by critics. The singles "Crazy", "Future Love Paradise", and his own rendition of "Killer" performed well on the charts. " Crazy " is a song written by English soul artist Seal (music and lyrics and producer Guy Sigsworth (music only In particular, "Crazy" became a hit in the United States in 1991, reaching number seven on the Billboard Music Charts and number 15 in the U. K. [5].
Seal [1994]
His second album, Seal, was released in 1994. Seal, sometimes referred to as Seal II to avoid confusion with Seal 's first release, is his second self-titled album Year 1994 ( MCMXCIV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link will display full 1994 Gregorian calendar) A success, the album featured the singles "Prayer for the Dying" and "Newborn Friend", later receiving a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year. "Prayer for the Dying" became a minor pop hit in the U. S. , peaking at #21 on the Billboard charts. A third single, "Kiss from a Rose", performed modestly when released but was later featured in the film Batman Forever. " Kiss from a Rose " is a song from Seal 's second Eponymous album Seal, subsequently featured on the Batman Forever See also Batman Forever (score, Batman Forever (soundtrack, Batman Forever (video game, Batman Forever The Arcade Game Batman "Kiss from a Rose" won a Grammy Award for Record of the Year and Song of the Year in 1996, becoming Seal's best performing single on the US market (it topped the Billboard Hot 100 in late August 1995). The Grammy Awards (originally called the Gramophone Awards)—or Grammys —are presented annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences The Record of the Year is one of the four most prestigious Grammy Awards presented annually Year 1996 ( MCMXCVI) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full 1996 Gregorian calendar) Later, he recorded a cover of Steve Miller Band's "Fly Like an Eagle" for the Space Jam soundtrack. Steve Miller (born October 5, 1943, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is an American Guitarist and Singer/songwriter. Space Jam is a 1996 American Live-action/animated film starring Michael Jordan opposite Bugs Bunny (voiced by
Human Being
After the release of his previous album, in 1998, Seal released Human Being. Human Being is the third album by Seal. It was released in 1998 as a tribute to the murdered rappers Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls Year 1998 ( MCMXCVIII) was a Common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar) The album was the product of a turbulent time in his life, including a split and later reconciliation with producer Horn as well as Seal's parting with ZTT Records and his signing with Warner Bros. Records in 1997. Warner Bros Records Inc is an American Record label that operates as a wholly owned Subsidiary of Warner Music Group. Year 1997 ( MCMXCVII) was a Common year starting on Wednesday (link will display full 1997 Gregorian calendar The record was panned upon its release. However, it received Gold record certification by the RIAA just two months after its release date. [6] The album provided three singles, "Human Beings", "Latest Craze", and "Lost My Faith".
Togetherland
In 2001, fans awaited the arrival of a new album, announced as Togetherland. Year 2001 ( MMI) was a Common year starting on Monday according to the Gregorian calendar. However, after a protracted post-production period the album was cancelled. The official word was that Seal simply didn't think it made the grade, although this conflicts with other reports that said the album was turned down by the label because producers felt the album wouldn't be commercially successful. Although one single was released from the album. "This Could Be Heaven" was released in the US and featured on The Family Man soundtrack. For the CBS/Miller-Boyett series see The Family Man (TV Series The Family Man is a 2000 American Since December 2006, Seal has indicated that he has plans to excerpt cuts from Togetherland and make them available for streaming download. The complete or edited versions of the songs "All I Wanted To Say," "Elise" (also known as "Eliz"), "Love Is Better," and "This Could Be Heaven", are available as streaming audio only on Togetherland co-producer Henry Jackman's website.
Meanwhile, Seal co-wrote and provided vocals for the hit single "My Vision" from Jakatta in 2002. Joey Negro is the pseudonym of British DJ and House music producer Dave Lee, born on the Isle of Wight. See also 2002 (disambiguation Year 2002 ( MMII) was a Common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. He also recorded a successful duet with French icon Mylène Farmer called "Les Mots" during that same period. Mylène Farmer born Mylène Jeanne Gautier (12 September 1961 in Montreal, Canada is a French Singer, Songwriter, occasional
Seal IV
In 2003, Seal released his fourth album, which was again self-titled, except for Australia, where it was released under Seal IV. Seal is the fourth album (and third self-titled album by Seal. Year 2003 ( MMIII) was a Common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. Although it did not sell as well as either of his first two albums, this release brought him back into the public eye in the United States and continental Europe. Singles from the album included "Waiting For You", "Get It Together", and "Love's Divine" (released in 2004, and a big hit in several European countries). "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again "
Greatest Hits Album: Best 1991-2004
In 2004, a greatest hits album entitled Seal: Best 1991-2004 was released, including a cover of the Bacharach / David classic "Walk on By" and a cover of Echo and the Bunnymen's song "Lips Like Sugar". "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Burt Bacharach (ˈbækəræk born May 12, 1928) is an American Pianist and Composer. Hal David (born May 25, 1921 in New York City, New York) is an American Lyricist and Songwriter. Echo & the Bunnymen are an English Post-punk group formed in Liverpool in 1978 Also for a small additional fee the album could be bought with a limited edition acoustic CD with acoustic covers of songs such as "Killer" And "Kiss from a Rose" as well as a very relaxed and laid back song named "Colour".
Live in Paris
Also in 2004, Seal performed a couple of shows at the Olympia Theatre in Paris, France. "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Paris Olympia is a Music hall at 28 Blvd des Capucines in the 9th arrondissement Paris, France. The July 6, 2004 show was recorded and released about one year after as CD/DVD package, simply titled Live in Paris. Events 1044 - The Battle of Ménfő takes place 1189 - Richard the Lionheart is crowned King of England "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again "
One Night to Remember
In June 2005, Seal recorded a special concert which was subsequently released in 2006, entitled One Night to Remember, as CD/DVD combination. 2005: January - February - March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. The DVD includes a special "the making of" documentary in addition to the live performance. Recorded in a historic steel mill, the Altes Kesselhaus ("old boiler house"), in Düsseldorf, Germany, this performance includes a special version of Brahms' Lullaby which Seal sings in German and then in English for the exclusive audience. Düsseldorf (ˈdÊsÉ™ldÉ”Éf is the capital city of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany ( ˈbÊŠndÉ™sÊepuËŒbliËk ˈdÉ”Êtʃlant is a Country in Central Europe. Unlike earlier recordings in which Seal is accompanied by his band, a full orchestra and choir comprised of 52 musicians accompanies the singer.
System
System was released in the UK on November 12, 2007 and in the U. System is the fifth album by British musician Seal, released on November 13 2007. Events 764 - Tibetan troops occupy Chang'an, the capital of the Chinese Tang Dynasty, for fifteen days Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. S. on November 13, 2007. Events 1002 - English king Ethelred orders the killing of all Danes in England, known today as the St Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. [7] . Seal describes the album as more dance-oriented, apparently a return to the roots of his first album. On the track titled "Wedding Day", Seal sings a duet with his wife, Heidi Klum. Heidi Klum (ˈklʊm born June 1 1973 is a German model, actress TV presenter, Fashion designer, Television producer and occasional singer The album's first single, "Amazing", was released on September 25, 2007, and was nominated for the "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" Grammy at the 2007 50th Annual Grammy Awards. Events 303 - On a voyage preaching the Gospel, Saint Fermin of Pamplona is beheaded in Amiens, France Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. [8]
Seal performed "Amazing" and the Beatles' "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" at the 2007 Royal Variety Performance. The Beatles were a pop and rock band from Liverpool, England formed in 1960 Disambiguation Lucy in the Sky redirects here For the heroine of this name see Karolina Dean.
Seal also performed "Amazing" at the 2007 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in December along with a duet of "Wedding Day" with wife and Victoria's Secret model Heidi Klum. For the Sonata Arctica single see Victoria's Secret (song Victoria's Secret is an American retailer of women's wear Lingerie and beauty Heidi Klum (ˈklʊm born June 1 1973 is a German model, actress TV presenter, Fashion designer, Television producer and occasional singer Other performers at the 2007 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show include the Spice Girls and will.i.am of Black Eyed Peas. The Spice Girls are a BRIT Award -winning English pop Girl group formed in 1994 William James Adams Jr (born March 15, 1975 in Los Angeles California, USA) better known by his Stage name will The Black Eyed Peas is an American hip hop group from Los Angeles. He appeared on the American Idol Season 7 Finale, singing with third-place contestant Syesha Mercado.
Discography
Studio albums
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Other albums
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DVDs
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See also
- List of musicians with multiple self-titled albums
- List of number-one hits (United States)
- List of artists who reached number one on the Hot 100 (U.S.)
- List of number-one dance hits (United States)
- List of artists who reached number one on the U.S. Dance chart
References
- ^ http://www.askmen.com/toys/interview_100/102_seal_interview.html AskMen. This is the Discography of English Soul / pop -singer Seal Albums DVDs Singles Appearances Seal is Seal 's eponymous 1991 debut album and contained the UK singles "Killer" (originally performed with Adamski) " Seal, sometimes referred to as Seal II to avoid confusion with Seal 's first release, is his second self-titled album Human Being is the third album by Seal. It was released in 1998 as a tribute to the murdered rappers Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls Seal is the fourth album (and third self-titled album by Seal. System is the fifth album by British musician Seal, released on November 13 2007. Live in Paris, Seal 's first live album was recorded at the famous Olympia Theatre in Paris France One Night to Remember, Seal 's second live album was recorded at the Kesselhaus in Düsseldorf Germany Live in Paris, Seal 's first live album was recorded at the famous Olympia Theatre in Paris France One Night to Remember, Seal 's second live album was recorded at the Kesselhaus in Düsseldorf Germany Pre-Hot 100 era 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1946 1947 1948 1949 1950 This is a list of recording artists who have reached number one on Billboard magazine 's Hot Dance Club Play chart com Bio
- ^ [http://www.nigerian.name/w/index.php?title=Olusegun Olusegun meaning
- ^ Seal's Future Love Paradise: Q & A: Where did Seal get those facial scars?
- ^ Future Love Paradise - 10 Years on and Still the Web's Best Source of Seal Info
- ^ Billboard.com - Biography - Seal
- ^ RIAA.com Human Being Gold certification date 01/22/1999, Retrieved July 12, 2007
- ^ Joseph, Mike, Seal — System', PopMatters.com, 2007-11-13. Events 1191 - Saladin 's garrison surrenders ending the two-year Siege of Acre. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. PopMatters is an international Webzine of cultural criticism Its scope is broadly cast on all things pop culture Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1002 - English king Ethelred orders the killing of all Danes in England, known today as the St
- ^ GRAMMY.com
External links
http://www.sing365.com/music/lyric.nsf/Seal-Biography/EF48F8D0C64B6923482568950029333A Seal's Biography.
Sources:
Entertainment Weekly, June 3, 1994.
Guitar Player, October 1994.
The Independent, May 12, 1994.
Metro Times (Detroit), June 22, 1994.
Q, July 1994.
Rolling Stone, November 28, 1991; August 25, 1994.
- Seal.com
- Seal discography at MusicBrainz
- Seal at the Internet Movie Database
- Seal's imeem page featuring his entire catalog
- Seal at MySpace
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