What is the name of Costello’s biggest hit single in the United States?
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Answer
The answer is "Veronica". Elvis Costello's biggest hit single in the United States was "Veronica", which reached number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1980. The song was written by Costello and Clive Langer and was released on Costello's album "Get Happy!!". The track features a prominent keyboard riff and is considered a new wave classic.
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