Seal’s album 7, released in 2015, marked his return to working with longtime producer Trevor Horn, who had helped craft some of his biggest earlier hits. The record leans heavily into themes of love, loss, and reconciliation, with Seal himself describing it as a deep exploration of relationships. Sonically, it carries his trademark blend of lush orchestration, soulful melodies, and polished pop production, aiming for both intimacy and grandeur.

Many of the songs, such as “Every Time I’m With You” and “Do You Ever,” reflect on the complexities of romantic connection, sometimes with joy and tenderness, other times with melancholy. The arrangements are sleek and atmospheric, layering Seal’s powerful vocals over strings, piano, and electronic flourishes, giving the album a cinematic, almost timeless quality.

While 7 didn’t achieve the same commercial impact as some of Seal’s earlier releases, it was praised for its sincerity and maturity. It stands as a reflective project from an artist revisiting the emotional landscapes that defined his career, offering listeners a collection of heartfelt songs about the endurance and fragility of love.