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Sade - Jezebel (audio) -

David Early, Paul Cooke, and Martin Ditchman. Keyboards: Andrew Hale.

The song tells the story of a woman named Jezebel who rises from poverty to a life of glamor through sheer ambition and pride. Sade - Jezebel (Audio)

"Jezebel" is characterized by its smooth jazz and sophisti-pop influences, featuring a prominent saxophone solo and Sade Adu's signature deep, melodic vocals. It remains a favorite for live performances, with notable recordings from her 2011 tour and San Diego concerts. The track has also been reimagined by various producers in Afro House and Mindloco remixes. David Early, Paul Cooke, and Martin Ditchman

The line "Every winter was a war she said / I want to get what's mine" highlights the struggles she faced before her success. "Jezebel" is characterized by its smooth jazz and

Despite her transformation into a "princess in her new dress," the narrative suggests she "won't try to deny where she came from".