Introduction
“We Don’t Talk Anymore” is a song recorded by Cliff Richard, written by Alan Tarney and produced by the Shadows’ rhythm guitarist, Bruce Welch. It was released in 1979 as a single and reached number one in the UK Singles Chart in August 1979, remaining there for four weeks, Richard’s tenth UK number one and his first since “Congratulations” in 1968. 1 The song was a massive commercial success, selling over 4 million copies worldwide. It topped the charts in several countries, including the UK, Austria, Belgium, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Norway, and Switzerland. In the US, it reached number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, becoming Richard’s biggest hit in the country. The song’s success marked a significant comeback for Richard, who had been struggling to maintain his popularity in the late 1970s. It also helped to establish him as a major international star. “We Don’t Talk Anymore” is considered one of Richard’s signature songs and remains a popular favorite among his fans.
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