Charts
| Chart (1979-1980) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Austria (Ö3 Austria Top 40) | 5 |
| Canada (RPM) | 1 |
| Germany (Media Control AG) | 3 |
| Netherlands (Dutch Top 40) | 1 |
| New Zealand (RIANZ) | 18 |
| Norway (VG-lista) | 2 |
| Sweden (Sverigetopplistan) | 2 |
| Switzerland (Schweizer Hitparade) | 2 |
| UK Singles (Official Charts Company) | 3 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 36 |
| Preceded by "Escape" by Rupert Holmes |
Canadian Singles Chart January 26, 1980 – February 2, 1980 |
Succeeded by "Coward of the County" by Kenny Rogers |
| Preceded by "I Have a Dream" by ABBA |
Dutch number-one single February 2, 1980 - February 16, 1980 |
Succeeded by "Crying" by Don McLean |
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