Top 5 Biggest Selling Irish Acts of All Time
| Irish acts | Sold | Genre | Years active | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. U2 | 170 Million + | Rock | 1976 – present | |
| 2. Enya | 80 Million + | Celtic/New Age | 1986 – present | |
| 3. Van Morrison | 55 Million + | Soul | 1967 – present | |
| 4. The Cranberries | 50 Million + | Rock | 1990–2003, 2009 – present | |
| 5. Westlife | 44 Million + | Pop | 1998 – 2012 |
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