One-named hit singer with 1985’s “Smooth Operator” NYT Crossword Clue

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      “Smooth Operator” singer, One-named singer of "Smooth Operator", One-named singer born in Nigeria, "Smooth Operator" singer, Only African-born headliner at London's Live Aid 1985

      Clue Analysis

      The answer to “One-named hit singer with 1985’s “Smooth Operator”” in the New York Times Mini puzzle May 17 2025 is SADE. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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