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  1. On This Day: June 25, 1982 - Come on Eileen Tops the Charts in the United Kingdom

    On This Day: June 25, 1982 - Come on Eileen Tops the Charts in the United Kingdom

    On this day June 25, 1982, Come on Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners reached number one in the United Kingdom. Blending Celtic folk influences with pop energy, the song became an instant anthem with its fiddle driven melody and unforgettable chorus. Led by Kevin Rowland, the band crafted a track...
  2. On This Day: April 23, 1983 - Come on Eileen Hit Number 1 in America

    On This Day: April 23, 1983 - Come on Eileen Hit Number 1 in America

    On this day April 23, 1983, Come on Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song held the top spot through April 29 and also hit number 1 in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Belgium, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. With its instantly...
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    Released Today June 25, 1982: Come On Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners

    On June 25, 1982, Dexys Midnight Runners released their iconic single “Come On Eileen.” The song quickly soared to the top of the charts, becoming the #1 song in America from June 25 to July 1. Its infectious melody and distinctive fiddle riff also led it to achieve international success...
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