Seven Sirius Benjamin, the son of renowned Hip-Hop artists Andre 3000 and Erykah Badu, faces unique challenges as the child of legendary parents. His expectations for success on par with his superstar parents are consistently high.
Seven has had to navigate the constant media attention growing up in the spotlight. Discover all the details about Erykah Badu’s son and his relationship with his parents.
Seven Sirius Benjamin Early Life
Born in Dallas, Texas, USA, in 1997, Seven will mark his 26th birthday on November 18, 2023. He was raised in Dallas and holds American citizenship.
Coincidentally, his birthdate aligns with a significant event in his mother’s life. On the same day, Badu released her second LP, “Live in the United States,” which reached the top of the US Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
In an exclusive interview, Erykah Badu explained the reasoning behind naming her son Seven Sirius Benjamin. She says the name represents “a great number which cannot be divided.”
Although there is limited information about his education, it is believed that he attended high school in Dallas. In an Instagram post, Erykah Badu mentioned that Seven studied Botany at an undisclosed college.
Who Are Seven Sirius Benjamin’s Parents?
Seven’s father is Andre Lauren Benjamin, aka Andre 3000. He is widely recognized as a rapper and a member of the renowned Hip-Hop duo OutKast. Alongside rapper Antwan “Big Boi” Patton, he formed the successful group OutKast.
In 2000, OutKast released the hit song “Ms. Jackson,” inspired by his relationship with Erykah Badu. The song topped the charts, earning OutKast a Grammy for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
Erykah Badu, born Erica Abi Wright, is an American singer-songwriter often called the Queen of Neo-Soul. Her album “Baduizm” achieved triple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
When Erykah Badu discovered she was pregnant with Andre 3000’s child, the couple faced uncertainty as they weighed the decision to proceed with the pregnancy. Given their respective careers reaching critical points, the situation required careful consideration.
In an interview with The New Yorker, Andre 3000 revealed, “Me and Erykah Badu had to sit down and figure out if we were going to keep this baby.” Ultimately, the couple embraced the joyous journey of parenthood and continued on their harmonious path together.
Are Seven Sirius Benjamin’s Parents Still Together?
Seven’s parents, Erykah Badu and Andre 3000, first crossed paths in 1995 at a nightclub in New York City. Immediately captivated by the talented “Mama’s Gun” singer, Andre 3000 played Erykah Badu’s song “On and On” at the club.
Subsequently, Andre 3000 and Erykah Badu began dating, and after about two years, she became pregnant with Seven Sirius Benjamin. She gave birth to him on February 11, 1997. However, by 1999, Erykah Badu and Andre 3000’s relationship began to unravel.
In an exclusive interview, Badu revealed that she and Seven’s father decided to end their relationship because it simply wasn’t working out. Badu emphasized that their breakup was not caused by cheating or infidelity.
Despite not being together anymore, Erykah Badu and Andre 3000 managed to maintain a close friendship and establish a healthy co-parenting dynamic for their son’s well-being.
Seven Sirius Benjamin’s Relationship With His Parents
Seven enjoys a loving relationship with his mother and father. The bond between the young adult and his parents is strong, and they have excelled in their roles as devoted parents.
As Erykah Badu expressed in an interview with Majic 107.5, “[We’re] very devoted parents. Since the day I got pregnant, we decided we would make this human being that we brought into this world together.” After separating from his father, Seven’s mum had two kids from different relationships.
Where Is Seven Sirius Benjamin Today?
In contrast to his famous parents, Seven has a preference for living a more private life away from the spotlight. He is not particularly active on social media platforms. However, he occasionally appears on his mother’s social media.
Seven Sirius Benjamin has shown musical talent despite being private, according to his father, Andre 3000. In an interview with Kidd Kraddick In The Morning, Andre 3000 mentioned that Seven is a skilled rapper.
However, he prefers to keep it hidden from the public. Andre 3000, being a renowned rapper, has guided his son, encouraging him to share his talent whenever he feels ready.
On the other hand, Lil Wayne’s son, Dwyane Carter, doesn’t need much encouragement to show the world what he’s got. The young lad took to Twitter to drop some hot rap verses that set the internet on fire.