Group    From 1988 

Soul II Soul

Categories: Music / songs

Musical group. Founded by Jazzie B (Trevor Beresford Romeo). They are best known for their 1989 UK chart-topper and US top five hit 'Back to Life (However Do you Want Me)'.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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