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- ↑ White, Adam; Bronson, Fred (1993). The Billboard Book of Number One Rhythm & Blues Hits. Billboard Books:Watson-Guptill Publications, New York. p. 469.
- ↑ "American single certifications – Quincy Jones – The Secret Garden". Recording Industry Association of America.