‘L’Amour Toujours’ N°309 – Vintage 80s Music Videos

Sade’s "Hang On to Your Love" delivers sleek, restrained grooves, while Daryl Hall & John Oates’ "One on One" balances intimacy with sports metaphors. Anita Baker’s "Caught Up in the Rapture" embodies quiet storm elegance, and Wendy & Lisa’s "Are You My Baby" channels funk-pop charm with a Minneapolis twist. Yazz’s "Fine Time" radiates late-'80s gloss, and Michael Ball’s "Love Changes Everything" marries idealistic lyrics with Broadway drama. For softer vibes, Carly Simon’s "Coming Around Again" mixes reflection with accessible pop, and Styx’s tender "Babe" showcases heartfelt simplicity.

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Singing Sade

Sade's timeless tracks inspire distinct interpretations here. Emmanuel Nwamadi’s heartfelt twist of “The Sweetest Taboo” balances sincerity with vocal depth, while Ane Brun’s “By Your Side” strips it down to acoustic intimacy. Robert Glasper and Lalah Hathaway’s jazz-infused “Cherish The Day” feels alive and improvised, and Lauryn Hill brings raw urgency to “Love Is Stronger Than Pride.” Corneille’s “Smooth Operator” keeps its jazzy elegance with a modern R&B touch, and Kelela reworks “Like A Tattoo” into minimalist beauty, showcasing how Sade’s classics translate across genres and moods.

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Epic publish Sade’s ‘Diamond Life,’ their debut album featuring ‘Smooth Operator,’ ‘Hang On to Your Love’ and ‘Your Love Is King’ (1984)

Sade‘s ‘Diamond Life’ feat. ‘Smooth Operator’ is their debut album produced by Robin Millar and released on July 16, 1984 By Epic.

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