Band Please Don't Go — Kc And The Sunshine

This British group's cover reached #1 in the UK for five weeks and #6 in the US.

"Please Don't Go" is a landmark ballad by , released on July 12, 1979 . It holds the unique distinction of being the first number-one hit of the 1980s on the US Billboard Hot 100 , reaching the top spot in the first week of January 1980. Song Overview & Background KC and The Sunshine Band Please Don't Go

Departing from the high-energy disco and funk anthems like "That’s the Way (I Like It)," this track was the band's first sentimental love ballad. This British group's cover reached #1 in the

It was written and produced by frontman Harry Wayne Casey (KC) and bassist Richard Finch . released on July 12

Peaked at #3 on the Official UK Singles Chart .