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- ↑ Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19th ed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p. 393. ISBN 1-904994-10-5.
- ↑ "Love Town - full Official Chart History". Official Charts Company . 28 May 1983. Retrieved 24 January 2020.
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