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References
- ↑ Music Metason - ArtistInfo, Dalton & Dubarri, 'Til The Day I Started Lovin' You
- ↑ AllMusic - Soul Searchin' (Valley Vue)
- ↑ Music Metason - ArtistInfo, Dalton & Dubarri, Flyin' Free
- ↑ Music VF.com - Dalton & Dubarri Top Songs
- ↑ Billboard.com - Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs
- ↑ Billboard, September 29, 1979 - Page 23 Billboard Hot Soul Singles