Sing to computer to download song


	Sing to computer to download song

pokkets

7-25-2007 6:45 AM

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song, voice, search, download, tune, music, singing

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7-25-2007 6:59 AM

coconutshell

I like this idea....and I can't carry a tune in a bucket....should be fun.

7-25-2007 8:21 PM

robynbird

Oh man, that's such a funny idea. Love it.

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