The phrase refers to several prominent cultural works, most notably a classic song by Sade, a powerful film about domestic abuse, and a popular contemporary romance novel. The Song: Sade (1992)
Written and directed by Chyna Robinson, this independent film is a harrowing look at domestic violence. No Ordinary Love
Directed by Sophie Muller, the video features Sade as a mermaid who sews a wedding dress and comes to shore to find a sailor she once rescued. The video ends on a somber note as she sits alone on a dock, waiting for her tail to reappear, symbolizing the impossibility of her dream. The phrase refers to several prominent cultural works,
One of the most recognizable tracks of the 1990s, "No Ordinary Love" was the lead single from Sade’s fourth album, Love Deluxe . It won a Grammy for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. The video ends on a somber note as