Adele Tops US Chart With 'Someone Like You' Following Mercury Prize 2011 And MTV VMAs

Adele has topped the US Billboard chart with 'Someone Like You'.

The London singer, who was nominated for this year's Mercury Prize for her album '21', has now shot to number on the US singles chart.

Adele's performance of the track at this year's MTV Video Music Awards has seen a sudden increase in sales.

As previously reported on Gigwise, Adele was forced yet more UK tour dates due to illness.

A statement from Adele said:"It is with regret that due to continuing problems with a serious cold and chest infection, Adele has had to postpone her show tonight, Wednesday September 7th in Cardiff and the following date tomorrow, Thursday September 8th in Blackpool. She had cancelled her performance at The Mercury Awards last night in the hope she would be able to continue her live dates, but has been told by her doctors that she is still not well enough to perform.

"The shows will be rescheduled at the earliest opportunity and all original tickets will remain valid. Refunds will be available from the point of purchase.

"Adele is extremely sorry and apologises for any inconvenience caused and looks forward to seeing you all at the rescheduled shows."

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