In The Alternative Number Ones, I&#8217;m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, and it&#8217;s for subscribers only. Thank you to everyone who&#8217;s helping to keep Stereogum afloat.…

The Alternative Number Ones: U2’s “Desire”

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