The former president of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, has celebrated his son, Seni Saraki, on his first Grammy win at the 67th Academy Grammy Awards.
Seni was honored for his work on the soundtrack to Bob Marley: One Love, which took home the coveted title of “Best Reggae Album.”
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Saraki took to social media platform X to show his great pride in his son’s accomplishment and to emphasize the importance of his international recognition.
“Congratulations, Seni, on winning your first Grammy last night for your work on the Bob Marley: One Love soundtrack, which took home the award for Best Reggae Album!” he wrote. “Seeing you pour your heart into your passion and having it recognized on the global stage is an indescribable joy. Well done! We are super proud of you!”
Seni, in his reaction to the win, expressed deep gratitude to the artists, producers, and engineers who contributed to the project. He acknowledged Nigerian musicians Wizkid and Bloody Civilian, alongside other global artists, for their efforts in reinterpreting Bob Marley’s legacy.
“I appreciate all the amazing artistes, producers, and engineers who were brave enough to take on this project because it is about Bob Marley’s legacy,” Seni stated.
“I appreciate them for taking on the songs, reinterpreting them, and doing it their own way. Artists like Bloody Civilian, WizKid, Daniel Caesar, and Jessie Reyez.”
The biographical movie “Bob Marley: One Love” tells the story of the renowned reggae icon, emphasizing his hardships, tenacity, and the music’s transformative power.
The Chief Executive Officer of “The Native,” a Lagos-based music publication that highlights African music, fashion, and culture, is Seni Saraki, a graduate of the London School of Economics and Political Science. He and Teni “Teezee” Zaccheaus co-founded “The Native” in 2016.
Seni has previously dabbled in well-known musical endeavors. He was the music consultant on the “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” album, which garnered four Grammy nominations in 2023. His Grammy victory solidified his impact in the music business, especially in terms of promoting Caribbean and African music globally.