Sade Adu

Nigeria/UK

English

R&B, Soul

Love, sophistication, relationships

Multiple albums with band Sade

Nigerian-British singer fronting band Sade, 2010 album Soldier of Love became second No. 1 on Billboard 200

None primarily

Grammy Award, international recognition

Defined sophisticated smooth R&B style

Sophisticated jazz harmonies

Elegant sophisticated stage presence

Lead Vocalist

Primary songwriter for band

Art school background, self-taught vocals

1982-Present