A masterpiece unknown to mandkind

i love this cd my favorite song is the bonus track death metal song, 'not as cool as i thought you were'. This record is a must-have for any metal fans, i do NOT recommend this to anyone under any circumstances

Rather lame even if Sade really had an excellent voice

In the day when I collected commercial music from my 1980s childhood, Sade, though they had only one hit ("Smooth Operator" - which sounded to me back then like "New Corporation") in my native Australia, were one of the most mentioned artists in music advertisements.

"Smooth Operator" I had always found enjoyable with its melodic, even haunting saxophone lines and seemingly interesting lyrics about travel across the United States. "Your Love Is King" and "Hang On To Your Love" had some truly beautiful - at least I would have though on hearing them on radio - vocals that completely overshadowed the lack of depth or fire in the backing. "Jezebel" and "The Sweetest Taboo" from Sade's second album "Promises" were even slower but had proportionately more beautiful, even absorbing vocals.

However, that is where it really starts to go downhill, for on later songs there is no way in which Sade Adu's deep vocals can make up in any way at all for the lameness of her backing players. Most of the later songs really seem to stop, stop and start only in the most momentary way one could ever imagine. These songs really proved impossible for me to sit through them back in the middle 1990s when I bought this album, and I never have thought I would want to try. At times, even Sade Adu's voice can seem a little soppy rather than deep.

Apart from the early singles, there is nothing even listenable here even if the album is far less dated than most music of its type from the 1980s.

Sade a hidden jewel.

As a lover of fine music I hope more people will appreciate her range, her voice that I personally enjoy. I listen to her when I feel bummed-out, it goes away and I fall in love with her again.
Reminds me that God does give us angels to make us feel good when life/moods changes us and we forget to love one another.
Sorry I drifted off the subject this collection is one good album there may have some "okay" tunes then the favorites kick in and all is well. Sade is a true artist that let's her voice and character speak louder then these other so called divas ever will have,the lady that doesnt need the hype to be known or heard.

Sade Rocks!

I've had this CD for over 9 years, and I still love it. Every song is sultry and sexy, and perfect to share with that special someone.

sade rules

what else can i say.i would give this cd 10 stars but it only let me give 5.this is the woman everyone is talking about.can't get any better than this.

the voice, the music stirs the soul

It seems that half the people either know Sade and enjoy her work or have never heard of her. 'the best of sade' gives a good balance to her work with songs that reflect her style of music. Whether with your loved one, or enjoying a great dinner, kicking back on the couch with your favourite beverage and you'll feel transported to nirvana. Perhaps only performing once every seven or eight years doesn't help make her a household name ... if you get a chance to see her live don't miss out. I've seen her perform three times - the last was row 2 with my girlfriend then (now my wife) was worth every penny. Thank you Sade! Just remember 'every day is Sade'