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Special Kind Of Lover

Special Kind Of Lover
Special Kind Of LoverSpecial Kind Of Lover

Catno

575201-1 575201-1

Formats

1x Vinyl 12" 33 ⅓ RPM

Country

UK

Release date

Jan 1, 1996

Media: VG+i
Sleeve: VG+

$3*

*Taxes included, shipping price excluded

A1

Special Kind Of Lover (C&J R&B Mix)

A2

Special Kind Of Lover (D&D Rub Part 1)

B1

Special Kind Of Lover (Full Testament III)

B2

Special Kind Of Lover (Fire Island Nu-Samba Vocal)

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