"Please know that our absence takes nothing away from how much this recognition means to us," reads a statement from Sade.

Singer/songwriter Sade performs at the MGM Grand Garden Arena September 3, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ethan Miller/Getty Images

It’s official: Sade won’t be on hand this weekend for their induction into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame .

The elusive British act, fronted by the iconic singer Sade Adu , confirmed what should come as a surprise to none of their superfans, by way of a post on the band’s official website.

“Sorry we can’t be there in person to celebrate with the other artists,” reads the statement from Adu. “Please know that our absence takes nothing away from how much this recognition means to us.”

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