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What was the Boomtown Rats' first UK number one hit?

  • “Rat Trap”

  • “I Don’t Like Mondays”

  • “Diamond Smiles”

  • “Someone's Looking at You”

Answer

The Boomtown Rats, an Irish new wave band, achieved their first UK number-one hit with "Rat Trap". This chart-topping single, released in 1978, showcased the band's energetic blend of punk rock and pop sensibilities. Known for its catchy melody and rebellious lyrics, "Rat Trap" captured the essence of the band's raw energy and solidified their position as one of the prominent acts of the late'70s music scene.
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