*First line is the artist name. 1979. This British artist wrote and produced for Elvis Costello and many others. And, he had this hit. Also in 1979, he married Carlene Carter, daughter of Johnny and June Cash. This song was originally recorded with the band Brinley Schwarz. However, it never really "appeared" until he did it solo with his band Rockpile. It was an international hit and his only Top 40 hit in the US.