Echo Muse on Instagram: "Sade – “Smooth Operator” Released in 1984 on the album Diamond Life, “Smooth Operator” is one of Sade’s most iconic and sophisticated songs. Blending soul, jazz, and pop, the track paints a cinematic portrait of a charming yet emotionally distant man who moves effortlessly through love and heartbreak. Driven by a smooth groove, saxophone melodies, and Sade Adu’s calm, velvety vocals, the song feels elegant and timeless. Its lyrics tell a story of seduction and illusion,