Sade are 2026 Inductees! sade have spent over four decades crafting a distinctive blend of jazz, soul, and R&B, defined by smooth grooves, elegant arrangements, and the captivating vocals of Sade Adu. With more than 50 million records sold, their timeless songs of love and introspection have built a deeply loyal global following. Formed in London in 1982, the band, Adu alongside Andrew Hale, Paul Spencer Denman, and Stuart Matthewman, broke through with Diamond Life and songs like Smooth Operator. Maintaining the same lineup throughout their career, Sade created a signature sound that remains influential and instantly recognizable across generations. Watch Sade’s Induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in December on abc and disneyplus. #RockHall2026