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Aug 24, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day August 24 1985 – Part Time Lover by Stevie Wonder Single Released.

On this day August 24 1985, Part Time Lover by Stevie Wonder was released as the lead single from his album In Square Circle. This energetic track marked a major moment in Stevie Wonder’s 1980s career, combining polished production with his unmistakable vocal style and sharp lyrical wit. Built around a bouncing synth line and layered with bright backing vocals, the song tackled the idea of secret...

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