Runaround Sue by Racey spent eight weeks in the Dutch Top 40, peaking at number 14 (week 6 of 1981). It entered in week 2 of 1981 and was last in the chart in week 9 of 1981.
In the Dutch Top 40
All weeks (8)
- week 2, 1981 39 new
- week 3, 1981 23 ▲ 16
- week 4, 1981 19 ▲ 4
- week 5, 1981 16 ▲ 3
- week 6, 1981 14 ▲ 2
- week 7, 1981 16 ▼ 2
- week 8, 1981 26 ▼ 10
- week 9, 1981 33 ▼ 7
Sound of Runaround Sue
Runaround Sue sounds more electric, more energetic and brighter than the shelves on average, at a tempo around 166 bpm, in D major.
Also by Racey in the Dutch Top 40
All 2 records- 1Lay Your Love on Me197913 weeks
- 3Some Girls197910 weeks
Source: top40.nl
Frequently asked questions
About Runaround Sue by Racey, one sentence per question.
What was the peak position of Runaround Sue in the Dutch Top 40?
Number 14, in week 6 of 1981.
How long was Runaround Sue in the Dutch Top 40?
Eight weeks, from week 2 of 1981 to week 9 of 1981. That adds up to 142 points (41 minus the position per week).
When did Runaround Sue enter the Dutch Top 40?
In week 2 of 1981, at number 39.
Can I listen to Runaround Sue?
Yes, the play button on this page plays the record on Spotify (3:02); the recording was released on 10 January 1981.
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