Nigerian-British singer
Born: January 16, 1959
Helen Folasade Adu, known professionally as Sade Adu, was born on January 16, 1959, in Ibadan, Nigeria. Raised in England, she became a prominent singer, songwriter, and frontwoman of the band Sade. Known for her sultry contralto vocals and sophisticated blend of soul, jazz, and pop, Sade achieved global success.
In 1984, Sade released her debut album, “Diamond Life,” which included the hit single “Smooth Operator.” The album marked the beginning of a remarkable career characterized by critically acclaimed albums like “Promise” (1985), “Stronger Than Pride” (1988), and “Love Deluxe” (1992). Sade’s distinct sound and evocative lyrics garnered her widespread recognition and a dedicated fan base.
Despite infrequent releases, each Sade album was met with commercial success, and her timeless hits such as “The Sweetest Taboo” and “By Your Side” solidified her status as a musical icon. Sade’s contributions to the music industry earned her numerous awards, including Grammy Awards, and she continues to be celebrated for her enduring influence on contemporary R&B and soul.
Sade Adu’s 5 most popular quotes
- I only make records when I feel I have something to say. I’m not interested in releasing music just for the sake of selling something. Sade is not a brand.
- Once a song’s out there, it’s no longer mine. And that’s the whole purpose of music: to belong to people.
- Whatever I’m doing, I’m in that moment, and I’m doing it. The rest of the world’s lost. If I’m cooking some food or making soup, I want it to be lovely. If not, what’s the point of doing it?
- I always said that if I could just find a guy who could chop wood and had a nice smile, it wouldn’t bother me if he was a thug or an aristocrat, as long as he was a good guy. And I’ve ended up with an educated thug.
- I’ve made sacrifices. I’m not anti-fashion, but I’ve always had a bit of a punk attitude. That’s important, I think. I do my own thing.
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