Sade Shares Rare Family Footage of Her and Trans Son Izaak in ‘Young Lion’ Music Video — Watch!

Mar. 15, 2025

Sade’s new music video offers fans a rare glimpse into her family life.

On Friday, Nov. 22, the “Smooth Operator” singer, 65, shared the visual for"Young Lion,“her first song in six years and a touching apology to her transgender son,Izaak Adu, which features rare family footage of the pair.

“Young man/ It’s been so heavy for you/ You must have felt so alone,” the “By Your Side” musician sings to her 28-year-old son over the clip. “The anguish and pain/ I should’ve known/ With such a heavy burden/ You had to carry all on your own.”

Sade and her son Izaak Adu.Sade/Youtube

Sade/Youtube

In an October interview withRolling Stone, Adu recalled his reaction to hearing the song.

“Though there was nothing I needed to forgive her for, the lyrics ‘Forgive me, son, I should have known,’ struck a chord,” he said. “My mum never tried to oppress the boy; I silently always knew I was. She always let me be me.”

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Izaak Adu and Sade.Izaak Theo Adu-Watts/Instagram

Izaak Theo Adu-Watts/Instagram

“I think that a song where a parent apologizes for misunderstanding their child can hold immense significance for the trans community,” Adu said. “This song may serve as a beacon of hope and a reminder that parents can learn, grow and ultimately accept their children for who they truly are.

He added: “I hope it can offer a sense of comfort, validation and a feeling of being seen and understood.”

The full compilation of Transais separated into themed “chapters” and features music fromAndré 3000,Sam Smith, Sharon Van Etten, Faye Webster, Clairo, Julien Baker and more.

source: people.com