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    Foster Sylvers / The Sylvers Misdemeanor / When I’m Near You

    Mr Bongo
    • Foster Sylvers – Misdemeanor
    • The Sylvers – When I’m Near You
    • 1. Foster Sylvers – Misdemeanor
    • 2. The Sylvers – When I’m Near You

    Classic soul gem, ‘Misdemeanour’ as sampled by the likes of Madlib, Big Daddy Kane, Rodney P, The D.O.C, Pete Rock and more! Backed with the beautiful, 'When I’m Near You' written by Leon Sylvers III and produced by Jerry Butler and Keg Johnson. Essential!

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