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    The Sylvers Only One Can Win / Fools Paradise

    Mr Bongo
    • The Sylvers – Only One Can Win
    • 1. Only One Can Win
    • 2. Fools Paradise

    Another classic, heartbreaking soul joint from The Sylvers ‘Only One Can Win’ - brilliantly flipped by J Dilla on his epic ‘Two Can Win’ on his legendary ‘Donuts’ LP for Stones Throw! Essential!

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