Sade – The Best Of Sade (CD, 1994, Epic EK 66686, Pre-SID Code U.S. Edition)

Why This CD Matters
The Best Of Sade surveys the band’s first four studio albums, drawing from Diamond Life, Promise, Stronger Than Pride, and Love Deluxe. Its 16 tracks include “Smooth Operator,” “The Sweetest Taboo,” “Paradise,” “No Ordinary Love,” and “Cherish The Day.” The collection also includes Sade’s recording of Percy Mayfield’s “Please Send Me Someone To Love.”

Collector Note
This U.S. Epic edition was released November 8, 1994, with EK 66686 appearing on the spine and disc and 66686 on the booklet and tray inlay. This pressing predates the implementation of SID codes and is further distinguished from another U.S. issue by the absence of white ink on the disc face. The compilation was mastered by Ian Cooper at Metropolis Mastering and carries barcode 074646668627.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Compilation
Label: Epic – EK 66686 / 66686
Country: US
Released: November 8, 1994
Genre: Electronic, Jazz, Rock, Funk / Soul
Style: Pop Rock, Smooth Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Downtempo

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Your Love Is King – 3:41
Hang On To Your Love – 4:29
Smooth Operator – 4:16
Jezebel – 5:23
The Sweetest Taboo – 4:25
Is It A Crime – 6:16
Never As Good As The First Time – 3:58
Love Is Stronger Than Pride – 4:17
Paradise – 3:36
Nothing Can Come Between Us – 3:52
No Ordinary Love – 7:19
Like A Tattoo – 3:36
Kiss Of Life – 4:10
Please Send Me Someone To Love – 3:40
Cherish The Day – 6:17
Pearls – 4:35

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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