Babyfather

Clay Matthewman, Sade

About Babyfather

"Babyfather" is the second single from English band Sade on their sixth studio album, Soldier of Love. It was released on 20 April 2010. The song was nominated in the Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal category at the 53rd Grammy Awards.


Year:
2010
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We were waiting for the bus
No-one much around but us
Then I see this young boy cut a look at me

I'm stunned
In a daze
He had the whole street set ablaze
It's only love they say
Makes you feel this way
She liked his eyes she wanted more
The baby gonna have your smile for sure

He saw a lovely girl
Smelling sweet and soapy like fresh air
She saw him looking acted like she didn't care

That's how we knew
And so love grew a flower
A flower that is you

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Even to the angels it may sound like a lie

For you child
He has the troops and extra backup standing by
For you child
For you he's the best he can be
For you child
For you he's the best he can be
Oh child don't you know
Your daddy love come with a life time guarantee

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Yeah daddy love you child
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame

Daddy love you yeah
It's only you he'll say
Made the young boy hungry for the man he is today
It' only love, love, love, love
Can make you feel this way

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Yeah daddy love you child

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy love come with a life time guarantee

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Daddy love you, yeah

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Did I tell you your daddy loves you

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Your daddy knows you're a flame
Oh child didn't you know
Your daddy love come with a life time guarantee
Daddy love you

Your daddy knows you're a flame
Daddy love you yeah

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Sade

Sade (/ʃɑːˈdeɪ/shah-DAY) are a British smooth jazz band that formed in 1983, named after their lead singer Sade Adu. Their music features elements of R&B, soul, jazz, and soft rock. more »

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Written by: Andy Nicholls, Helen Adu, Juan Janes

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12 facts about this song

Song Composition
"Babyfather" is a song by the English band "Sade" taken from their sixth studio album, "Soldier of Love."
Song Label
The song was released by Epic Records, which is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment.
Genre
The song belongs to the Soul and R&B genre.
Song Release
The song was officially released on 9 April 2010 as the album's second single.
Lyric Composition
The lyrics of the song were written by the lead singer of the band, Sade Adu, along with other band members, Stuart Matthewman, Andrew Hale and Paul Spencer Denman.
Music Video
The music video for "Babyfather" was directed by Sophie Muller who has worked with renowned artists like Rihanna, Gwen Stefani, and Beyoncé.
Song Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics. It received particularly high praises for its reggae-influenced beats and Sade’s seductive vocals.
Popularity
The song was strong enough to crack the top 20 on Billboard's Adult R&B songs chart.
Song Message
The song is perceived to be about the love between a father and his children, highlighting the role of a loving and caring father figure.
Award Nominations
"Babyfather" was nominated in the "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" category at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards.
Visual Aesthetic
The music video captures the vibe of a relaxing sunny day with children enjoying homemade lemonade while Sade sings amidst an abundance of fruit and flowers.
Song Interpretation
Some fans and critics have interpreted the song as Sade's tribute to all the men who are dedicated to roles as fathers in their children's lives.

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