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Sade, 'Soldier of Love (Making Of)' -- Video Premiere

'Soldier of Love,' Sade's long-anticipated studio follow-up to 2000's 'Lover's Rock,' will finally drop on Feb. 8. But first, fans can get a taste of the album via its first single, the title track. In this exclusive video about the making of the video -- accompanied, of course, by the video itself -- Sade's bandmates admit that the song didn't come easy. They recall that they really struggled with 'Soldier of Love' for a while, and even had to walk away from it before they finally nailed it.

The video was also challenging to create. Choreographer Fatima Robinson says here that she hadn't even heard the track prior to the shoot and had little time to prepare. But by the time director Sophie Muller called it a wrap, they had Sade engaged in everything from horseback riding to an authentic tango. Robinson says that Sade has "this undeniable sexiness ... that she doesn't even know she has." That may be true -- she may not know it, but we sure do. Check out the video after the jump.

Watch the Making of 'Soldier of Love'


Watch the 'Soldier of Love' Video

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Lawrence Welcome Jr

This of one of the best videos and songs, I like all of Sada's music very much. All of her music is clean and tells some type of story of life.

February 14 2010 at 4:01 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Wayne

I've been playing the new collection of songs for two days now. It ranks with her very best work. "Soldier of Love" is a classic. So happy to have Sade back with us.

February 11 2010 at 2:45 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
edilmat

Sade is the greatest. Her music has and will always be a major part of my life. She enters my soul and being like no other. LUV YU SADE!

February 06 2010 at 9:49 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Dr. Milton Taylor, M.A., Ph.D., M.A.

As an American who taught English in SouthEast Asia, for example China, Thailand, Vietnam and the Country of Cambodia, I enjoyed teaching my students and friends about great music and Album Artwork (e.g., "Love Deluxe" by Sade and "Pin Ups" by David Bowie)! Moreover, many of the woman whom I dated loved to experience the sound of Sade's music making. Her music really makes you feel new things and lets you know that, not only does Sade "have the music in her", but futhermore that she can love and express her love via the experience of making music. In addition, I feel (that Sade's new work, when I compare this new piece of music of hers to her prior pieces of music in my collection of hers and other artists) that she is exploring the creation of a new type of very creative "Soul-Mate" music somewhere between that of Yoko Ono, Brams, Chopin and David Bowie! In a similar creative way, Sade's new video reminds me of some movies that I enjoy the most regarding the choice of Earth's future, either a "Negative Utopia" or a "Utopia", for example "1984", "Brave New World", "THX-1138", "Mad Max:Thunderdome", "The Shape Of Things To Come" and "The Man Who Fell To Earth"!

Love on Yah,

Milton

February 04 2010 at 7:17 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
LUCIA



AWESOME, LISTENED TO HER IN THE 80'S, THEY COME AND GO, NOT "SADE" SHE IS THE "QUEEN" HURRY AND START YOUR TOUR, LOVE A LONG TIME FAN.

February 04 2010 at 9:51 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Renea' P

I'm so happy that you (Sade) have something to express- to give to us because there is a need! The world is in turmoil and the songs I've been able to listen to so far touched my soul. Thank you all and as one of the title of the song says, Bring me home! Much love to you, your families & friends for keeping you all safe!
-Renea

February 03 2010 at 3:10 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
DJ robbie j

woww,what can i say, i have been a life long fan of you sade. each time you have produced music, every time is better than the last.i am looking forward to this latest masterpeace. i wonder will there be concert dates to follow....i sure hope so...its been a lifes dream to come and see you and the the band...if concerts are forth coming .hopefully i will be there..thanks sade.....for the most beautiful sound that is you..lol.robbie...

February 02 2010 at 12:57 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Yolanda

Great song. I find it represents soldiers and war and Sade is singing about turning things around, soldiers becoming "soldiers of love". It is very deep and beautiful. Good work Sade.

January 29 2010 at 7:03 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
A.J.

We have been waiting for her return, just love the song and video. Hope to see you in concert real soon. A voice worth waiting for.

January 28 2010 at 1:29 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
dandre01

My Girl is BACK!!!!

January 28 2010 at 9:32 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply