How many number ones has U2 had in Ireland?

U2 holds a remarkable record in Irish music history, having achieved 19 number one hits on the Irish Singles Chart, solidifying their status as one of the most successful bands in the country. 

This impressive feat places them six hits ahead of two other iconic acts, The Beatles and Westlife, each of whom secured 13 number one singles in Ireland. 

U2’s dominance spans several decades, reflecting their ability to evolve musically while maintaining widespread appeal. 

List of Irish number one songs by U2

TITLE	ARTIST	YEAR
THE UNFORGETTABLE FIRE	U2	1985
WITH OR WITHOUT YOU	U2	1987
I STILL HAVEN'T FOUND WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR	U2	1987
WHERE THE STREETS HAVE NO NAME	U2	1987
DESIRE	U2	1988
WHEN LOVE COMES TO TOWN	U2 FT BB KING	1989
ALL I WANT IS YOU	U2	1989
THE FLY	U2	1991
MYSTERIOUS WAYS	U2	1991
ONE	U2	1992
STAY (FARAWAY, SO CLOSE!)	U2	1993
HOLD ME, THRILL ME, KISS ME, KILL ME	U2	1995
DISCOTHEQUE	U2	1997
SWEETEST THING	U2	1998
BEAUTIFUL DAY	U2	2000
STUCK IN A MOMENT YOU CAN'T GET OUT OF	U2	2001
ELEVATION	U2	2001
VERTIGO	U2	2004
THE SAINTS ARE COMING	U2 & GREEN DAY	2006
THE BALLAD OF RONNIE DREW	U2, THE DUBLINERS, KILA & A BAND OF BOWSIES	2008
GET ON YOUR BOOTS	U2	2009

U2 often use their history of growing up in troubled Ireland as inspiration for their songs.

U2 have had a lot of number ones across the UK and the USA.

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