Sade
- Born January 16, 1959Nigerian-born singer
- February 27, 1997Singer Sade (Helen Folasade), arrest in Jamaica for disobeying a cop
- June 25, 1997Jamaica issues a warrant for singer Sade, who fails to report to court on charges of failure to obey a cop who signaled her to stop
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Sade, born on January 16, 1959, in Nigeria, is a renowned singer known for her smooth, soulful voice and distinctive style. She is recognized as the lead vocalist of the band Sade, which gained international acclaim for its blend of soul, jazz, and pop influences. Sade's music is often associated with the sophisticated sound of the 1980s and 1990s.
In 1997, Sade was involved in legal issues in Jamaica, where she was arrested for disobeying a police officer and later had a warrant issued for failing to appear in court. Despite these events, she remains best known for her contributions to music and her influence on contemporary soul and R&B.