Sade Interview and partly Bio

[@souloftheage]

I've seen her three times in concert. She did a late encore. Most people had left the auditorium. The fire doors would not allow them to re-enter. I ran down to the front of the stage. The band returned and most of the audience had left. I stood, almost touching the stage, as she sang to ME!. I have met many famous people through a friend in Hollywood. But seeing and hearing, Sade that close was amazing!. That deep gorgeous voice.

[@agboladeopeyemi2762]

You’re so fortunate. That’s my lifetime dream.

[@kandikane923]

I had the privilege to see Sade in live in concert early 2000s and she was phenomenal. Her band was amazing. Very beautiful and classy lady. One of the best concerts ever. Real music, real talent.

[@brucewaynejusice3132]

Agree

[@marshagreene8712]

You ain't never lied shear talent.

[@rachet0708]

Yeah I saw her in concert in 2010, you're right best concert I have ever saw

[@shyg9250]

Hands down, my absolute favorite female artist.

[@cecebear110]

Shy G definitely one of my favorites too

[@kathrynwilliams2331]

Mine has and always will be Stephanie Mills, the woman can sing just about everybody under the rug. at least in her prime she could, she still have the pipes to do so. just my added unsolicited opinion.

[@killacam8899]

Mine too

[@faustusTVR]

I love her as much as Sheryl Crow and Alison Moyet. Top of the pile for singer songwriter women though for me is Kate Bush. All super talented women.

[@marijederksen3176]

Amen

[@drissaudia1323]

She is such a private person. You never hear much about her, except her music. That’s very rare for an artist. Good on her for protecting her own privacy and living the life she wants. She wants to be known only for her music, and so it should be. I think it’s where she can come out and give herself to us and her music. Happy for her. ❤

[@AlexFroot]

Yup . This new generation is just drama

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

@@drissaudia1323 check out her latest song from a couple of days ago.

[@waderivers3304]

I’m white, male, sixty-five, Christian conservative and she is hands down the sexiest singer I have ever heard. Been a fan for at least thirty years. Whenever I want to just feel good I listen to Sada or throw on some Motown. Great music transcends age, race, it transcends time. She is pure class. We need more like her but there is nobody like her. Jewel is another one, total class, beautiful lady.

[@tsiddig]

It’s a a bloke

[@TheAverageServant]

Don’t worship false idols and don’t list either

[@landomartini2003]

You got my respect!!💯💯💯💥💥💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽 im latino , and i understand , if a good feeling makes you feel good by lógic its a good feeling , and dont worry about the haters , there is just one life to live and" sade" she is teaching us about it!!💯💯❤💢💢😺😺😝🥰😀😀😃😼😼🤡🤡💣💣🙋🙋🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙆‍♀️🙆👵🎅🎅🎅🎅happy 2023!

[@MycoMatty]

I'm a white male, 34, husband and father. And Sade is absolutely hands down the sexiest singer ever. She's just fucking beautiful.

[@OspreyFlyer]

Sade is amazing ♥️

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Sade Adu and her band are Phenomenal. Stuart Matthewman, Paul Denman & Andrew Hale. All Incredible Musicians. My All Time Favorite. Soooooo Smooth. One Love from NYC.

[@souloftheage]

You have impeccable taste in music and musicians.

[@patrickmichaellangan576]

Sade has the sexiest and smoothest sounding voice of any British female singer. No other singer’s voice of that type of music moves me that way like Sade.

[@MrMarkstyles]

Amazing woman.. Exquisite, a quiet beauty. Such elegance. I loved her, and her music..

[@worldview730]

In a class all by her self

[@shayannesmith3953]

mark styles indeed.

[@brainache63]

One of the best talents in the music world!

[@Proud_Nubian_Princess]

The best periode

[@valr1260]

I love the way she does things on her terms. She is the epitome of class and keeping the focus on her music and talent. 👍🏾👍🏾

[@yoimpretty]

I just love looking at old videos. Old era. Old looks. Old fashion. ❤️

[@wink181]

You must have an "old soul" as my mother used to say to me! Definitely not a bad thing!!

[@worldview730]

That makes two of us!!

[@JuJu-DnC22]

MoonChildTay “ Old “ ? Hehhehe you kids are so cute that way. At least you have good taste kiddo 💋

[@8ftbed]

Except they're filmed with a potato and a dirty sock over the mic. 😡

[@Goku-j9h]

Firstname Lastname I feel the same way

[@alexanderpushkin3444]

So humble, so unpretentious, so loving, and so superb as a woman. A diamond girl.

[@patriciakunz1198]

The best mother's day gift from my beautiful daughter was her taking me to see Sade. A phenomenal performance - nothing flashy - just great music.

[@MsThebeMoon]

Sade was one of the best sounds to come out of the 80's. Sade is probably my number one all time favorite female vocalist --- wait, she would have to share top billing with Nancy Wilson of Heart.

[@KOMET2006]

In a word, CLASS. Been a fan of Sade's music since 1984.

[@hattiecolley54]

I always have loved her. Very Sophisticated, beautiful and classy Nigerian. Her quietness in the public eye is justified as she continue to make great songs. How lovely she is, and getting even better with age. I am so wanting to meet her one day very soon. Don't know when, but I do feel that it will happen. Rock On sister. I will see u in the wind. #RockOnAndOn. God Bless!

[@mchlbk]

The same god who created bone cancer, malaria and hunger?

[@xr2863]

Sounds British.

[@michaelinebenedict7890]

The very best talented musicians. Kudos to all Sade Band members! Keep the vibes rolling in 🌏✌

[@FunkyKiwi7]

From the first time she hit the scene with Your love is King and Smooth operator I've had nothing but absolute respect for her and the band. I've loved everything about her but more importantly that she keeps it all very real and doesn't allow others to knock her off balance. She is the epitome of a strong, resilient, true to self, powerfully centred, mentally and emotionally sound with clear boundaries and purpose. The world needs more just like her. Thanks for sharing 🤍🙏

[@sbrooks904]

It’s crazy how I love every single song they put out.

[@TheSeraphimofextasy]

She is a very Elegant and good singer.

[@bananka4905]

TheSeraphimofextasy I think if she didn't look like she does she wouldnt get the recognition she did.

[@Lollita23]

@@bananka4905 The same could be said for many talented artists. It's the ones who don't have a good voice ( jlo) who have a big career that's annoying to me.

[@edinbeslagic2816]

1994 Somewhere in Germany..I was a Bosnian Refugee driving my car and my first Ever bought CD..Sade..War in my Country..She playing on my radio..I fell in love with her and her most magnificat voice.."No Ordinary Love"..

[@galeyrobins]

I have been a fan of the singer and band since Smooth Operator .... love their music!

[@mimilittle1863]

My gosh, she's just too beautiful for words!! 😍

[@kennymega61]

Word

[@cecebear110]

She really is!😍😍😍

[@tina8796]

this woman is not of this world. gorgeous, classic, classy, amazing . . .

[@chryssy09]

We need an Unsung or a Biopic on Sade! Very well deserved! 👐🏿

[@laviki5190]

Chrysalis Payne Sade wouldn’t qualify to be on Unsung lol They probably would do a documentary about her but I don’t think she’s ever released enough details about her life to make a biopic I’m actually happy for this

[@reesemriombmisma7196]

Then you need to visit nigeria where even more beautiful girls are

[@TrangPakbaby]

Sade is not unsung and I don't think anyone could play Sade. I'd love a documentary:-)

[@worldview730]

@@reesemriombmisma7196 try all over the world

[@worldview730]

@@laviki5190 She's seems to be too private and not craving of the spotlight for that. In a way that's what maintains that mystique and aura for her

[@justred5164]

I love her. She’s was stuck in my heart when my brother came home with Cherry Pie. I was pregnant with my only child and had just gotten married. My 34 year old daughter loves her too❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@GaryLaaks1]

I love everything about this beauty. Her music is genuine, meaningful, addictive and brilliant in all aspects. She sings every word clearly and professionally. Queen of soul. Sade you make my heart bleed soul. Therapy to the soul and this life. Greetings from Port Elizabeth South Africa.

[@marianazatarain4020]

SADE please come back ♥️♥️♥️

[@Lena-ni6bk]

She's never gone... and never will do.

[@suewebb8862]

I love, love, love Sade back in the day and still today. Nobody ever sounded like her. She is such a unique singer. Beautiful too!!!

[@denisegaines2322]

Yesss! Her Band Is SICK!! I Saw Her In Memphis! She ACTUALLY Brought Tears To My Eyes

[@salsadancer4965]

The decision to remain with the other members of pride and not go solo was very astute it is what created her unique style.

[@VScriptedVizionairy]

I was born in 73 so as I approached my teen years was when she rose to her prominence. Of all the musical artists from that magical time in my life she lives in my heart the most. I love Sade and her music.

[@Jcrash71]

Their music sucks ass

[@Perfecktly.flawed]

Wow.. This takes me back to the time music meant something. I love this older music, it's perfect for doing anything.😌😌

[@stilahlivechris.uriarte1945]

Ms. Sheppard have you heard the lil Sade and pac mix? Super dope I gotm on my playlist and Bay Area artist with some of sades music sampled into their beats, your welcome to checkm out if you’d like

[@ijeoma_washere3843]

Sophistication and class at its highest level! Sade, please come back, I miss you and your music. There can never be another! 😍😍😍

[@michaeltilker5865]

What an amazing woman, she embodies beauty, class, style & grace. I've always loved her since I was little. So talented and a pure gem.

[@SteveandSusiesHomestead]

Call her sharday one more time...Just one more time...Love the music..Big Big fan

[@voomaldor]

I've been in love with her since I was 12. Best talking/singing voice ever.

[@louis-henribaillet890]

She's the definition of a true star. A unique talent and style , stunningly beautiful, mysterious and über seductive. I'm gay but a woman like her makes me question my sexuality...

[@AydenOffical]

Louis-Henri BAILLET afhhfhfdjjdkdkskzsokkkdkkjfddj

[@Shalomsade]

That is the pronunciation. It is a Yoruba name and it does not adhere to the rules of English. It is short for Folasade meaning honor confers a crown. No H no ay no r but that's how it sounds. This is also my name. It is also not french as a lot of people try to say it is. Marquise de Sade whom I think may be the reason many think sade is or french origin actually is pronounced Sad like the emotion. Etymology is also a passion as I studied English literature and language. Cheers

[@rosycross3438]

Beautiful name.

[@delerocky]

Sade can be pronounced with or without the H sound. (Shahhde) or (Sahhde) the a has more of an "ahh" sound to it. The (sh) pronunciation is the most popular one though. There is no R sound in the pronunciation though.

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

It's Shar-day. It's spelled out on her CD.

[@delerocky]

@@LemonySnicket-EUC Well she does live in England and only spent her very early years in Nigeria. But as someone who is Yoruba and can speak the language I can guarantee you there's no R sound in the pronunciation of Sade. It's actually a popular name amongst the Yoruba in Nigeria. But if you prefer to pronounce it the wrong way there's nothing else I can tell you. I was just trying to provide some authentic information to her fans

[@truquarian]

The R is more in reference to it's enunciation in the British tongue. Even common words like "no" and "idea" are often pronounced with an R sound as well - American English just doesn't have that tongue, so we pronounce most words as they are spelled. How and why do people even argue it?

[@ericarobbson5488]

love, love, love, Sade. she is such a. wonderful singer. LOVE HER#

[@Maryann720]

Very GORGEOUS with the most awesome voice! Love to see SADE in concert!!!

[@kathleenhudson3812]

Thanks for sharing. Love love the interview. She's pretty amazing. I need take a listen to more of her music.

[@inquizative44]

Brace yourself....she has a LOT of great songs!

[@jojom6657]

Say "Sarde" one more fu$#%& time!!! IT'S SADE no R !!!

[@worldview730]

LMAO, no stress

[@Pam-rp3lu]

Her name is pronounced shar-day

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

Actually it's Shar-day.

[@worldview730]

@@LemonySnicket-EUC In English, but how so in her father's Yoruba language is it spelled? Thank you!

[@worldview730]

Yes teacher we heard you a ******* times already!!

[@nascarfan-ch3gf]

always will love sades soft sound her annie lennex...carene dailey raye .all beatiful voices. oh yes and phylis hyman.

[@TheDistrict644]

Very fortunate to see her back to back nights at Constitutional Hall in the District. It was her first tour in the states and she put on a sensational show both sold out nights. The band tore it up as well She’s one of my favorite artist if not favorite.

[@jacobwalker925]

All her songs are good. No bad songs. Loved since i was 9 years old in 85.

[@inspiredbynatureinspiredby5586]

Such a Classic and Eloquent Timeless Creative Musical Talent.

[@peterbooysen6638]

timeless sounds.. 2019... still sounds good and inspires...and how down to earth!!!! love heaps!

[@DarlingNicky]

Sade is the soundtrack of my life❤️

[@paulkaiser2942]

My stepdad bought me both Diamond life and Promise albums for my 13th birthday. It was the best present I never asked for.

[@jasjongalvan1544]

I remember being very young in the 80's. My dad and I watched the beginning of MTV and became hooked on music videos. We were already hooked on music. I remember my dad saying to me years later that I was supposed to pronounce Sade as 'shar-dey'. The whole world pronounced her name wrong for the longest time simply because of one article. We had followed and collected her music. It was years later that I found out the correct pronunciation. This interviewer is driving me crazy and I wonder why they didn't correct her. I mean she was right there.

[@comnet1962]

Sade in a class of her own.

[@naturalkinkycurlymarie7496]

By your side was the 1st song written for the Lover's Rock Album and was a hit. It's a nice Album like the previous Albums they wrote beautiful songs on.

[@BrinaDoc]

Sade is Gorgeous, Classy & Intelligent 👊🏽❤️😻😻❤️

[@yoda3988]

Her music puts me in such a good place.

[@Luciaimparato9390]

I absolutely love her voice, her accent!

[@DrewJersey2024]

Every time I hear this narrator say "Sharday" it sets my teeth on edge. There is no R and its NOT hard to say. Perhaps she would have less trouble with "Hellen" 😄 I saw Sade back in the early 2ks...just inhumanly talented and hypnotic.

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

It's actually Shar-day. It's spelled out on her CD.

[@maryreynolds8568]

I think you mean superhumanly talented.

[@slit4659]

Helen.....How's your melon Smelling ?????

[@angelthman1659]

Back in the 80s and 90s we always knew her as Sharday (pronunciation).

[@chanelletriplett]

@@LemonySnicket-EUCit’s not. It is a Yoruba word Folasade “ shah-deh “

[@whl1762]

Everything about her is absolutely BEAUTIFUL, her face, her voice, her music… L O V E ❤

[@EustaquioSantimano]

Very impressive interview and bio of Sade, my favourite singer !!

[@Bluemax54]

The world is a better place with Sada in it.

[@BulletProofSoul11]

Very elegant, very classy whom I admire from first sight of her 💋

[@recyclespinning9839]

Loved Sade's music an soul fir soo long. I heard she has a drug problem for a while??. But her songs give you such a feeling and have a deep meaning. She tells about life like it really is.

[@fabianboesch96]

She needs to come back we need more real music out here unfortunatley I dont know her music for a long time but I love her

[@lisamclaren5785]

You are very candid in your answers and you deserve your privacy! You pour your heart into your work and the world should not even ask for any more. I really appreciate you gave an interview and you are a Diamond without the rough and a Pearl that keeps on giving! Thank you! And may God continue to bless you! My Gorgeous, Gorgeous Classy Lady! ✨💖

[@mchlbk]

God is busy giving malaria to children.

[@miked7374]

Incredible interview and thank you! My wife knows she is my true love and your music takes me to a place I enjoy! Thank you!

[@reginamushi6582]

Too beautiful...beautiful deep soft voice...I 've never wished I was anyone before but for this beautiful creature

[@sulatlalaki]

What about Soldier of Love? GREAT song!

[@Luciaimparato9390]

Sade is by far the best female singer i ever heard in my entire life!

[@TheFranksuarez]

She keeps being called Shardé, its killing me!

[@CreateYourBestVersion]

Would like to see her in concert.

[@connie5261]

It's worth it. She's amazing. I was lucky to see here in Los Angeles, CA, her first US tour. Good luck!

[@CreateYourBestVersion]

Do you know of any upcoming concerts for her?

[@3DSiscool]

I think she's done

[@karenfrierson9550]

Nykia Rodriguez I saw her in concert ,it was an amazing show & she is "gorgeous"!

[@wkbbrat]

They put on a great show - not flashy (like Mariah or Janet w/dancers, light shows & all that), but the band is tight (studio standard), and Sade is beautiful and brings things together musically!! For a night of good, quality music, I highly recommend!!!

[@philgoecke5566]

Singular, one of a kind, love her & the band ❤️

[@TI-ls8ir]

She's extremely stunning♥!!! Just gorgeous!!!

[@blankafuzvolgyi5238]

They wrote banger after banger. I love their music. Everything about it.

[@kabernat]

I throughly enjoyed this excellent interview of Sade because normally you only get bits and pieces of her speaking. Here, you can really feel and see the creative process of how she approaches and makes her music and her very understandable need for privacy to just live her life.

[@shellieacker7013]

I love Shade! No one can sing like her!

[@aldobelmarm]

Mistery woman. Inteligent to mantain us appart from her life without beeing rude. Love her. I will die hearing her songs. All of them. Noone else has it like her. The quietness, melancoly and peace. Let others shout. I prefer her smothness filling my peaceful heart.

[@MRCINEMATICLENS]

i wish we have another young girl like her

[@chidieberetravails]

Dc Steve da l3ague There will NEVER be another my friend.

[@MRCINEMATICLENS]

its a shame such beauty and class beautiful. smh

[@Tobyguy22]

I think Sade is coming back with a new album and I cannot wait

[@margaretlynch6559]

Beyonce and Co couldn't hold two candles to this legend

[@alazjaw.8968]

sade can’t *

[@yvettegibson8889]

I agree 👍💯

[@mysticman9331]

What a lady Sade is. Pure class!

[@jmw434]

Timeless ... My favorite artist

[@kaashkaash8695]

A granny award oh man that cracked me up 😂. Love her

[@judecarpenter2990]

Such a gorgeous woman. Wow. So beautiful. And a distinct noticeable voice

[@NatashaRaisorGlam]

How is she a “jet setting Jezabel,”🤔 Lame comment from that reporter.

[@skineyemin4276]

Because, she was non white and half black Nigerian born and you know how that works or can work. I believe that was the inference from the British (music) press; it's all they had. She was stunningly beautiful, half "black", and needed to be taken down a notch. However, they failed tremendously.

[@akosuakoranteng3327]

What a beautiful human!

[@souloftheage]

The woman is so mysterious that we can't even decide on the pronunciation of her name!

[@joehahn8548]

I love her songs cherish the day she has one of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard and she's a beautiful woman

[@nikkithomas1014]

Talk about genetics ❤❤❤ Im 49 loved her since 84 .her voice was soothing and she was beautiful but humble to me ..then in 88 at At 14 i got love is stronger than pride AND THAT WAS IT!!!!❤❤❤ KEEP LOOKING REALLY HELPED ME WITH PERSONAL ISSUES....WAR OF THE HEARTS HELPED ME LET SOMEONE GO MORNING MUSIC IS POWERFUL! Her name is pronounced "Sah -day"

[@tayj1313]

To go on a few escape vacations and return with a total of 4 Grammy awards is phenomenal. I love her style of music.

[@rck228]

Her music is timeless

[@hennahoney]

Jet setting jezebel?? ...Wrong. NEVER got that from her persona.

[@bOmBAsTiK]

Right, that sounded mad-haterish...

[@deannabarnes3771]

That's the last impression I ever had of her.

[@architecture.w]

She just has no idea who Jezebel was.

[@gabriellemccollins9551]

My fav artist..so mellow and cool.

[@beyoubebeautiful5612]

I absolutely looooooove Sade! She is so iconic!

[@solarmanhawaii]

Natural talent... that's needed today

[@tennisgleem]

original and authentic.........rare diamond. Perfect in a unPerfect world

[@karenfrierson9550]

Love her music......

[@tania0070]

For God's sake people ... stop putting an R in her name. Very irritating.

[@sophii8674]

Sade is pronounce in many different ways from many places.

[@LemonySnicket-EUC]

It's actually Sharday. Clearly stated on her "Diamond Life" CD. She should know.

[@reginamushi6582]

Americans

[@lmolarissa]

@Romeo Walk Thank you! People think they know how to pronounce her name but are totally clueless! There IS an R in the pronunciation.

[@justred5164]

Tania Thomas yes it is!!!

[@drewmartinezart]

The camera loves Sade.

[@ljuboizsiska5448]

so much grace and elegance in her appearance and music. Today we have Billie Eilish ... sigh.

[@mjg239]

I remember seeing this air on VH1 right before the release of the Lovers Rock album. VH1 heavily promoted the "By Your Side" single around this time. It was the year 2000. I was 18. I am 41 now. THIS WAS A LONG TIME AGO when I saw this on Cable TV, lol.