However, after Steve Wright of BBC Radio One added "Sacrifice" to his station's playlist, "Sacrifice" was re-released in the UK as a double A-side with "Healing Hands". The double A-side record topped the UK Singles Chart for five weeks starting 23 June 1990, becoming the first solo No. 1 hit of Elton John's career in his native country.
Following Steve Wright of BBC Radio One adding "Sacrifice" to his station's playlist, the song was re-released as a double A-side with "Healing Hands" in the UK. This double A-side charted at number one for five weeks starting June 23, 1990, becoming Elton John's first solo No. 1 hit in the United Kingdom.