Smooth Operator - Single Version

Sade

BPM119 Key7AD MinorEnergyWarm-upR&B

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4:18·Released 2008·

Songs That Mix Well With "Smooth Operator - Single Version" by Sade

654 tracks in our catalog mix well with this R&B tune — each scored on harmonic key, tempo, and energy. Here are the top 5, DJ-ready.

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Smooth Operator - Single Version

Sade

1197A

R&B

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Nobody (feat. Athena Cage)

Keith Sweat, Athena Cage

118 BPM·8A·R&B

Tempo lockAdjacentPopularSame era

Adjacent key (8a), keeps the same energy, similar matched brightness and warm tonal match — smooth blend, vibe stays consistent — seamless blend

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Peanut Butter - Larry Levan Mix / Bonus Track

Gwen Guthrie

111 BPM·7A·R&B

Wide BPMSame keySame eraPopular

Same key (7a), keeps the same energy, warm tonal match, notable tempo gap – plan the handover — seamless blend

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Back To Black

Amy Winehouse

123 BPM·7A·R&B

+4 BPMSame keyPopularRelated artist

Same key (7a), keeps the same energy, similar matched brightness and warm tonal match — smooth blend, notable tempo gap – plan the handover — seamless blend

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I'm Coming Out

Diana Ross

111 BPM·7B·R&B

Wide BPMParallelPopularSame era

Adjacent key (7b), keeps the same energy, warm tonal match, notable tempo gap – plan the handover — seamless blend

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Cool It Now

New Edition

116 BPM·7A·R&B

-3 BPMSame keyPopularSame era

Same key (7a), energy eases (-7%), brightness contrast — use a filter sweep, minor tempo adjustment needed — seamless blend

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About This Track

Smooth Operator - Single Version by Sade is a bass-forward R&B track at 119 BPM with low drive and strong groove. At 25% energy, it suits warm-up and opening slots, setting the tone before the energy climbs.

Harmonic Context

At 7A, this track opens up harmonic mixing with adjacent keys, enabling smooth melodic transitions.

Rhythmic Foundation

At 119 BPM, this R&B track suits warm-up and opening sets, easing the room in.

Energy Profile

With 25% energy, heavy bass weight, this track locks into a deep groove.

Track Character

Energy25%

Drive38%

Groove74%

Brightness27%

Bass Weight70%

Tempo119 BPM

Key7A

Minor · 2

4:18

Duration

47%

Mood

-13 dB

Loudness

About this artist

Sade

Sade is a British-Nigerian singer and songwriter known for her smooth, sophisticated approach to soul and R&B. Her distinctive contralto voice and minimalist production style have defined her work across multiple…

Median BPM: 119
Top key: 7A · D Minor
Active: 1984–2015
Tracks: 9

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