In a list that positively reflects Ireland’s equal parts modern and traditional society, here is a list as compiled by The Daily Edge for TheJournal.ie of Ireland’s most-selling records ever.

Are you surprised which tunes made the cut? Do you have any favorites on the list?

1. Elton John – ‘Something About The Way You Look Tonight/Candle In The Wind ’97′ (1997)

2. Bill Whelan – ‘Riverdance’ (1994)

3. Six – ‘There’s A Whole Lot Of Loving Going On’ (2002)

4. Matt Cardle – ‘When We Collide’ (2010)


5.Mark McCabe – ‘Maniac 2000′ (2000)

6. Eiffel 65 – ‘Blue (Da Ba Dee)’ (1999)

7. Enrique Iglesias – ‘Hero’ (2002)

8.Sharon Shannon & Mundy – ‘Galway Girl’ (2006)

9. Black Eyed Peas – ‘I’ve Gotta Feeling’ (2009)

10.Westlife – ‘Uptown Girl’ (2001)