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Walk Like An Egyptian

The Bangles

1986

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About The Song

Reached #1 on the Hot 100, Charted for 23 weeks, Album: Different Light.

Peak Chart Position#1
Year1986
AlbumDifferent Light

Overview

Why This Song Matters

Walk Like An Egyptian became a nationally visible song, reaching #1 on the Hot 100. It stayed in circulation for 23 chart weeks. Different Light places the song in its original album setting.

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