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The album "Dreamboat Annie" consistently spread beyond initial regions as Heart toured across the U.S., with the record gradually climbing higher, eventually reaching millions in sales. The song’s widespread appeal proved that Heart’s heartfelt lyrics and powerful melodies resonated universally.
Nancy also notes that the song’s success depended on regional radio promotion—each part of the country got the album at different times, which slowed its momentum but also solidified Heart’s growing fanbase.