\"Eternal Flame\" is a song recorded by American pop rock group the Bangles for their 1988 album, Everything, written by group member Susanna Hoffs with the established hit songwriting team of Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly. Upon its 1989 single release, \"Eternal Flame\" became a number-one hit in nine countries, including Australia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Since its release, it has been covered by many musical artists, including Australian boy band Human Nature, who reached the Australian top 10 with their version, and British girl group Atomic Kitten, who topped four national charts with their rendition.
Weekly charts Chart (1989) Peak Position
Australia (ARIA) 1
Austria (Ö3 Austria Top 40) 3
Belgium (Ultratop 50 Flanders) 1
Canada Top Singles (RPM) 2
Denmark (IFPI) 7
Europe (Eurochart Hot 100) 2
France (SNEP) 5
Ireland (IRMA) 1
Netherlands (Dutch Top 40) 1
Netherlands (Single Top 100) 1
New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ) 4
Norway (VG-lista) 1
Portugal (AFP) 1
Sweden (Sverigetopplistan) 1
Switzerland (Schweizer Hitparade) 2
UK Singles (OCC) 1
US Billboard Hot 100 1
US Adult Contemporary (Billboard) 1
US Cash Box Top 100 1
West Germany (Official German Charts) 4
