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called the title track "a rousing dance track that garnered a fair share of radio and club play," writing that, "except for a wholly unnecessary a cappella rendition of
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deemed the title track "a jiggly dance/pop number," writing that "Alikas is an angelic, compelling presence."
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233:Professional ratings
902:Sire Records albums
553:"How Does It Feel?"
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