"Automatic" is the second song released by ''
Pop Idol
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Sarah Whatmore
Sarah Louise Whatmore (born 21 September 1981) is an English singer-songwriter, best known for appearing in the first series of the British TV series ''Pop Idol''. Whatmore later went on to launch her own solo career.
Early life
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. The song was originally due to be included on her debut album, however the album was cancelled.
The single was released on 10 February 2003 in the United Kingdom. It peaked at number 11 in the
UK Singles Chart
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in February 2003. It is also included on the compilation CD ''
Hits 55
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''.
Track listings and formats
UK CD single (maxi)
#"Automatic" (Original Radio Version)
#"When I Lost You" (Robbie Rivera Vocal Mix)
#"Automatic" (Stella Browne Vocal Mix)
#"Automatic" (music video)
Charts
Release history
References
2002 songs
2003 singles
Sarah Whatmore songs
Songs written by Richard Stannard (songwriter)
Song recordings produced by Richard Stannard (songwriter)
19 Recordings singles
RCA Records singles
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