Chart positions aren’t the be all and end all.

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Chart positions, or how high a song ranks on music charts, aren't the most important thing. There are other factors that matter more, like how much a song means to the artist or the fans. Just because a song doesn't reach the top of the charts doesn't mean it's not a great song.

About Chris Lowe

Chris Lowe is an English musician, singer and songwriter who co-founded the popular synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys with Neil Tennant in 1981. He has been an integral part of the group’s success over the years, contributing to their innovative and enduring sound.

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