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19 August 2026

Olivia Dean’s Biggest Solo Hit Celebrates A Chart Milestone

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Olivia Dean’s Biggest Solo Hit Celebrates A Chart Milestone

Olivia Dean's only solo No. 1 in the U. K. , "Man I Need," reaches 52 weeks — a full year — on the Official Singles chart. It is the singer's second hit to do so.

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