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Behind the music: The No 1 template
This week's No 1 single is, yet again, Estelle's American Boy. It's one of those infectious tunes that seemed destined to be the soundtrack of the summer from the first time I heard it on the radio. Which means it won't be long before another email lands in my inbox, saying: "We're looking for songs like Estelle's American Boy." (15/04) ReadYou may also like
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