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References
- ↑ The 5th Dimension, "No Love in the Room" Canadian AC Chart Position Retrieved January 26, 2015
- ↑ The 5th Dimension, "No Love in the Room" U.S. Chart Positions Retrieved January 26, 2015
- ↑ The 5th Dimension, Soul and Inspiration Retrieved January 26, 2015
- ↑ The 5th Dimension, "No Love in the Room" single release Retrieved January 26, 2015
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