British singer and songwriter Kate Bush topped the UK Singles Chart on Friday with her 1985 hit "Running Up That Hill", setting multiple records with the song that marked a revival for the Netflix show "Stranger Things". Enjoyed it
"Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" peaked at number 3 on its original release, but the latest season of the show, set in the 1980s about supernatural horrors in a fictional Indiana town, found a new fan base among the younger generation. have been found. Hawkins K.
The song from Bush's album "Hounds of Love" has performed well in music charts in several countries, including the United States, since the first segment of episode four of "Stranger Things" season one premiered on Netflix in late May.
Bush, who rose to fame in 1978 with the debut single "Wuthering Heights", in which the then 19-year-old wowed fans with his unique voice and expressive dance moves, made a rare public comment about the song's newfound popularity. And she was a fan of the sci-fi drama created by brothers Matt and Ross Duffer.
Bush, 63, said in a statement earlier this month, "It's poignant that the song has been received so warmly, especially when it's being inspired by young fans who love the show."
"I'm really happy that the Duffer Brothers are getting such a positive response to their latest creation. They deserve it."
The Official Chart Company said that Bush achieved three all-time official chart records on Friday: the longest time to reach number 1 on the official singles chart - 37 years - as well as the oldest female artist to score at number 1. Official Singles Chart.
And 44 years after she had a No. 1 single in the UK with "Wuthering Heights," Bush now also holds the record for the longest gap between No. 1 singles in official chart history, it added.
Martin Talbot, chief executive of Official Charts Company, said in a statement, "The way a new generation of music fans have embraced her classic tracks in their hearts really solidifies Kate's status as an all-time great. Is." ...Reuters