45 RPM Vinyl Kool & The Gang Take My Heart vintage red sleeve Just Friend

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Description

Single 45 rpm vinyl record by Kool & The Gang, illustrated here by its original sleeve. The front cover features the title "Take My Heart" in yellow letters on a red background, with "Just Friends" mentioned at the bottom of the sleeve. In the center, a color photograph of the group shows eight members dressed in colorful outfits (red, blue, black), posing together in a dynamic atmosphere typical of 1980s funk/soul style. The De-Lite Records label logo is visible at the bottom right, and the letter "V" appears in a yellow medallion at the bottom left.

The sleeve features a rectangular graphic design predominantly in red, surrounding the central image. The group's name "Kool & The Gang" is inscribed vertically, in white letters on a red background, on each side of the sleeve. The overall look strongly evokes the musical and visual aesthetic of the early 80s, with vibrant colors and an arrangement typical of funk/disco singles from that period.

The photograph shows slight wear on the edges and corners of the sleeve, characteristic of old and second-hand records. Superficial marks or traces are also visible on the upper part, likely due to normal handling of the vinyl over time. The vinyl itself is not visible in the image, so only the condition of the sleeve can be described here.

The lettering "Take My Heart" is particularly eye-catching at the top of the sleeve, while the inscription "Just Friends" indicates the B-side of the record. The members' clothing style, as well as the typography used, confirms an early 80s dating, a peak period for Kool & The Gang. The overall appearance exudes vintage authenticity, reinforced by the presence of the De-Lite Records logo, the group's historic label.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Sleeve shows visible signs of wear on the corners and superficial marks on the front. The record is not visible in the photo; only the sleeve is described here.

Did you know? Kool & The Gang, formed in 1964, achieved immense success in the 1970s and 1980s with iconic tracks blending funk, soul, and disco. The song "Take My Heart" is from the album "Something Special" released in 1981, a period when the group gained significant international recognition thanks to its hits and characteristic colorful sleeves.

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