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The One-Hit Wonder File: “Break My Stride”
This infectious 80s hit is a paean to both independence and never giving up. Here's the backstory on "Break My Stride."
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This infectious 80s hit is a paean to both independence and never giving up. Here's the backstory on "Break My Stride."
The sirens blaring at the start don't bode well for the subject of this memorable one-hit wonder. We take another listen.
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