The American
: Simple MindsDate: 05/1981
From: Sister Feelings Call
Comment:
written by Jim Kerr, Charlie Burchill, Michael MacNeil, Derek Forbes & Brian McGee
| Chart | Debut date | Peak pos. |
|---|---|---|
| US dance | 66 | |
| UK | 23/05/1981 | 59 |
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| Simple Minds singles chronology | ||
|---|---|---|
| I Travel (02/1981 • 1 pts) | The American (05/1981 • 8 pts) | Love Song (08/1981 • 10 pts) |
| Simple Minds singles by points | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cry (03/2002 • 7 pts) | The American (05/1981 • 8 pts) | Sweat in Bullet (11/1981 • 9 pts) |
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