In September 1978, the top spot on the UK singles chart was held by two distinct artists and songs. The month began with the continued popularity of a soulful ballad, which then made way for a distinctive pop-reggae hit.
Chart-Topping Singles of September 1978
The songs that achieved the number one position in the UK during September 1978 were:
- "Three Times a Lady" by The Commodores
- "Dreadlock Holiday" by 10cc
Weekly Breakdown of Number One Singles in September 1978
The progression of number one singles throughout September 1978 is detailed below:
Date | Song | Artist |
---|---|---|
Week Commencing 3 September | "Three Times a Lady" | The Commodores |
Week Commencing 10 September | "Three Times a Lady" | The Commodores |
Week Commencing 17 September | "Dreadlock Holiday" | 10cc |
Week Commencing 24 September | "Dreadlock Holiday" | 10cc |
"Three Times a Lady" by The Commodores carried its chart-topping success from late August into the early weeks of September, maintaining its hold as the most popular single for the weeks commencing September 3rd and September 10th. Following this, "Dreadlock Holiday" by 10cc ascended to the number one spot for the week commencing September 17th, and it continued its reign through the end of the month.
For more information on the music charts and significant events of that year, you can explore the 1978 in British music article.