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References
- ↑ "Musiq Soulchild Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ↑ "Musiq Soulchild Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ↑ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2007". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ↑ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Year-End 2008". Billboard. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
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