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Velvet-smooth jazz-soul that glides instead of drives, sleek saxophone curling across the room like smoke in a dim lounge. 'Smooth Operator' is understated cool made flesh. 'No Ordinary Love' pulses on tribal drums and lush, slow-rising swells. 'The Sweetest Taboo' wraps forbidden desire in the warmest groove imaginable. Sade Adu's smoky voice floats over bass, sax, and the gentlest percussion, pulling the best from Diamond Life through Love Deluxe. The sound of a perfect sunset, poured straight onto wax. Dim the lights, drop the needle, and let it hold you.