April 10
on this day, year by year
Here is April 10 year by year, back to 1959: the song at #1 that week, the album everyone was playing, the movie leading the box office, and, in recent years, what everyone was watching and looking up.
2025
- #1 song
“Luther” by Kendrick Lamar & SZAright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “Nokia” (Drake)- Top album
- Eternal Sunshine by Ariana Grandealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- A Minecraft Movie
- On Netflix
- The Gardener
- New games
- Blue Prince
2024
- #1 song
“Like That” by Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamarright behind it: “Texas Hold 'Em” (Beyonce) and “Beautiful Things” (Benson Boone)- Top album
- Cowboy Carter by Beyoncéalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
- On Netflix
- Parasyte: The Grey
2023
- #1 song
- “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus)
- Top album
- One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie
- On Netflix
- The Night Agent
- New games
- Inscryption
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals) and “Big Energy” (Latto)- In theaters
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2
- On Netflix
- Bridgerton
- Most read on Wikipedia
Scottie Scheffler, American professional golfer (born 1996)American professional golfer Scottie Scheffler wins the Masters Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. This win is Scheffler's first win at the…
2021
- #1 song
“Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” by Lil Nas Xright behind it: “Peaches” (Justin Bieber Featuring Daniel Caesar & Giveon) and “Leave The Door Open” (Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak))- In theaters
- Godzilla vs. Kong
- Most read on Wikipedia
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Consort of Elizabeth II from 1952 to 2021died April 9
2020
- #1 song
“Blinding Lights” by The Weekndright behind it: “The Box” (Roddy Ricch) and “Don't Start Now” (Dua Lipa)- Top album
- After Hours by The Weekndalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- Most read on Wikipedia
United States Senate, Upper house of the US Congress- New games
- Final Fantasy VII Remake
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” (Post Malone & Swae Lee) and “7 Rings” (Ariana Grande)- Top album
- When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Shazam!
2018
- #1 song
“God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Meant To Be” (Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line) and “Psycho” (Post Malone Featuring Ty Dolla $ign)- Top album
- My Dear Melancholy, by The Weekndalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- A Quiet Place
- Most read on Wikipedia
Omar Sharif, Egyptian actor (1932–2015)
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars) and “Something Just Like This” (The Chainsmokers & Coldplay)- In theaters
- The Boss Baby
2016
2015
- #1 song
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Sugar” (Maroon 5) and “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran)- Top album
- To Pimp a Butterfly by Kendrick Lamaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Furious 7
- First aired
- Daredevil premieres
- New games
- Final Fantasy XIII
2014
- #1 song
“Happy” by Pharrell Williamsright behind it: “All Of Me” (John Legend) and “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J)- In theaters
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier
2013
- #1 song
“Thrift Shop” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanzright behind it: “When I Was Your Man” (Bruno Mars) and “Suit & Tie” (Justin Timberlake Featuring JAY Z)- In theaters
- Evil Dead
- New games
- ShootMania Storm
2012
- #1 song
“We Are Young” by fun. Featuring Janelle Monaeright behind it: “Boyfriend” (Justin Bieber) and “Somebody That I Used To Know” (Gotye Featuring Kimbra)- In theaters
- The Hunger Games
- New games
- Skullgirls
2011
- #1 song
“E.T.” by Katy Perry Featuring Kanye Westright behind it: “S&M” (Rihanna Featuring Britney Spears) and “Just Can't Get Enough” (The Black Eyed Peas)- Top album
- Femme Fatale by Britney Spearsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Hop
2010
- #1 song
“Rude Boy” by Rihannaright behind it: “Nothin' On You” (B.o.B Featuring Bruno Mars) and “Hey, Soul Sister” (Train)- Top album
- My World 2.0 by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Date Night
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Poker Face” by Lady Gagaright behind it: “Right Round” (Flo Rida) and “Kiss Me Thru The Phone” (Soulja Boy Tell 'em Featuring Sammie)- In theaters
- Hannah Montana: The Movie
2008
- #1 song
“Touch My Body” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Love In This Club” (Usher Featuring Young Jeezy) and “4 Minutes” (Madonna Featuring Justin Timberlake & Timbaland)- In theaters
- Prom Night
- New games
- Assassin's Creed · Mario Kart Wii · Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn
2007
- #1 song
“Don't Matter” by Akonright behind it: “The Sweet Escape” (Gwen Stefani Featuring Akon) and “This Is Why I'm Hot” (Mims)- In theaters
- Blades of Glory
- New games
- Milon's Secret Castle
2006
- #1 song
“Bad Day” by Daniel Powterright behind it: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “You're Beautiful” (James Blunt)- In theaters
- Ice Age: The Meltdown
2005
- #1 song
- “Candy Shop” by 50 Cent Featuring Oliviaright behind it: “Hate It Or Love It” (The Game Featuring 50 Cent) and “Since U Been Gone” (Kelly Clarkson)
- Top album
The Massacre by 50 Centalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Sahara
2004
- #1 song
- “Yeah!” by Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacrisright behind it: “One Call Away” (Chingy Featuring J. Weav) and “Tipsy” (J-Kwon)
- Top album
Confessions by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Passion of the Christ
2003
- #1 song
“In Da Club” by 50 Centright behind it: “Ignition” (R. Kelly) and “Get Busy” (Sean Paul)- In theaters
- Anger Management
2002
- #1 song
“Ain't It Funny” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Ruleright behind it: “What's Luv?” (Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti) and “Foolish” (Ashanti)- In theaters
- Panic Room
2001
- #1 song
“All For You” by Janetright behind it: “Survivor” (Destiny's Child) and “Angel” (Shaggy Featuring Rayvon)- Top album
Until the End of Time by 2Pacalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Spy Kids
2000
- #1 song
“Maria Maria” by Santana Featuring The Product G&Bright behind it: “Say My Name” (Destiny's Child) and “Breathe” (Faith Hill)- Top album
No Strings Attached by NSYNCalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rules of Engagement
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“No Scrubs” by TLCright behind it: “Believe” (Cher) and “Every Morning” (Sugar Ray)- Top album
…Baby One More Time by Britney Spearsalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- The Matrix
1998
- #1 song
“All My Life” by K-Ci & JoJoright behind it: “Let's Ride” (Montell Jordan Feat. Master P & Silkk The Shocker) and “Frozen” (Madonna)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- City of Angels
- New games
- The House of the Dead
1997
- #1 song
“Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” by Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)right behind it: “Wannabe” (Spice Girls) and “Foolish Games/You Were Meant For Me” (Jewel)- Top album
Life After Death by The Notorious B.I.G.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Anaconda
1996
- #1 song
“Because You Loved Me (From "Up Close & Personal")” by Celine Dionright behind it: “Always Be My Baby” (Mariah Carey) and “Nobody Knows” (The Tony Rich Project)- In theaters
- Primal Fear
1995
- #1 song
“This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordanright behind it: “Red Light Special” (TLC) and “Candy Rain” (Soul For Real)- In theaters
- Bad Boys
1994
- #1 song
“Bump N' Grind” by R. Kellyright behind it: “The Sign” (Ace Of Base) and “Without You/Never Forget You” (Mariah Carey)- Top album
Longing in Their Hearts by Bonnie Raittalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- D2: The Mighty Ducks
1993
- #1 song
“Informer” by Snowright behind it: “Freak Me” (Silk) and “Nuthin' But A "G" Thang” (Dr. Dre)- Top album
Songs of Faith and Devotion by Depeche Modealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Indecent Proposal
1992
- #1 song
“Save The Best For Last” by Vanessa Williamsright behind it: “Tears In Heaven” (Eric Clapton) and “Masterpiece” (Atlantic Starr)- In theaters
- Sleepwalkers
1991
- #1 song
“I've Been Thinking About You” by Londonbeatright behind it: “You're In Love” (Wilson Phillips) and “Hold You Tight” (Tara Kemp)- Top album
Mariah Carey by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1990
- #1 song
“I'll Be Your Everything” by Tommy Pageright behind it: “Don't Wanna Fall In Love” (Jane Child) and “All Around The World” (Lisa Stansfield)- Top album
Nick of Time by Bonnie Raittalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“She Drives Me Crazy” by Fine Young Cannibalsright behind it: “The Look” (Roxette) and “Like A Prayer” (Madonna)- In theaters
- Major League
1988
- #1 song
“Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car” by Billy Oceanright behind it: “Devil Inside” (INXS) and “Where Do Broken Hearts Go” (Whitney Houston)- In theaters
- Beetlejuice
1987
- #1 song
“Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” by Starshipright behind it: “Lean On Me” (Club Nouveau) and “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” (Aretha Franklin & George Michael)- Top album
Licensed to Ill by Beastie Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Secret of My Success
1986
- #1 song
“Rock Me Amadeus” by Falcoright behind it: “Kiss” (Prince And The Revolution) and “Manic Monday” (The Bangles)- Top album
Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Money Pit
1985
- #1 song
- “We Are The World” by USA For Africaright behind it: “One More Night” (Phil Collins) and “Crazy For You” (Madonna)
- Top album
No Jacket Required by Phil Collinsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment
1984
- #1 song
“Footloose” by Kenny Logginsright behind it: “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” (Phil Collins) and “Somebody's Watching Me” (Rockwell)- In theaters
- Police Academy
1983
- #1 song
- “Billie Jean” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Come On Eileen” (Dexys Midnight Runners) and “Mr. Roboto” (Styx)
- In theaters
- Tootsie
1982
- #1 song
“I Love Rock 'N Roll” by Joan Jett & the Blackheartsright behind it: “We Got The Beat” (Go-Go's) and “Chariots Of Fire - Titles” (Vangelis)- Top album
Beauty and the Beat by Go-Go’salso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Porky's
1981
- #1 song
- “Kiss On My List” by Daryl Hall John Oatesright behind it: “Rapture” (Blondie) and “The Best Of Times” (Styx)
- Top album
Paradise Theatre by Styxalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Star Wars
1980
- #1 song
- “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)” by Pink Floydright behind it: “Call Me” (Blondie) and “Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me, Girl” (The Spinners)
- In theaters
- Little Darlings
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
- “What A Fool Believes” by The Doobie Brothersright behind it: “I Will Survive” (Gloria Gaynor) and “Knock On Wood” (Amii Stewart)
- Top album
Minute by Minute by Doobie Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The China Syndrome
1978
- #1 song
“Night Fever” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Stayin' Alive” (Bee Gees) and “Lay Down Sally” (Eric Clapton)- In theaters
- The Goodbye Girl
1977
- #1 song
“Don't Give Up On Us” by David Soulright behind it: “Don't Leave Me This Way” (Thelma Houston) and “Southern Nights” (Glen Campbell)- Top album
Hotel California by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Rocky
1976
- #1 song
“Disco Lady” by Johnnie Taylorright behind it: “Dream Weaver” (Gary Wright) and “Lonely Night (angel Face)” (Captain & Tennille)- Top album
Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1975
- #1 song
“Philadelphia Freedom” by The Elton John Bandright behind it: “Lovin' You” (Minnie Riperton) and “No No Song/snookeroo” (Ringo Starr)- Top album
Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“Bennie And The Jets” by Elton Johnright behind it: “Hooked On A Feeling” (Blue Swede) and “TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)” (MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees)- Top album
Band on the Run by Paul McCartney & Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia” by Vicki Lawrenceright behind it: “Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)” (Gladys Knight And The Pips) and “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” (Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando)- Top album
Lady Sings the Blues by Diana Rossalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flackright behind it: “A Horse With No Name” (America) and “I Gotcha” (Joe Tex)- Award night
- 44th Academy Awards: The French Connection wins Best Picture
1971
- #1 song
“Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)” by The Temptationsright behind it: “What's Going On” (Marvin Gaye) and “Joy To The World” (Three Dog Night)
1970
- #1 song
“Let It Be” by The Beatlesright behind it: “ABC” (Jackson 5) and “Instant Karma (We All Shine On)” (John Ono Lennon)- Top album
Bridge over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)” by The 5th Dimensionright behind it: “You've Made Me So Very Happy” (Blood, Sweat & Tears) and “Dizzy” (Tommy Roe)- Top album
Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tearsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1968
- #1 song
“Honey” by Bobby Goldsbororight behind it: “Young Girl” (The Union Gap Featuring Gary Puckett) and “(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay” (Otis Redding)- Top album
The Graduate by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- Award night
- 40th Academy Awards: In the Heat of the Night wins Best Picture
1967
- #1 song
“Somethin' Stupid” by Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatraright behind it: “Happy Together” (The Turtles) and “This Is My Song” (Petula Clark)- Award night
- 39th Academy Awards: A Man for All Seasons wins Best Picture
1966
- #1 song
“(You're My) Soul And Inspiration” by The Righteous Brothersright behind it: “Daydream” (The Lovin' Spoonful) and “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” (Cher)- Top album
Going Places by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube
1965
- #1 song
“I'm Telling You Now” by Freddie And The Dreamersright behind it: “Stop! In The Name Of Love” (The Supremes) and “Can't You Hear My Heartbeat” (Herman's Hermits)
1964
- #1 song
“Can't Buy Me Love” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Twist And Shout” (The Beatles) and “Suspicion” (Terry Stafford)
1963
- #1 song
“He's So Fine” by The Chiffonsright behind it: “Can't Get Used To Losing You” (Andy Williams) and “South Street” (The Orlons)- Top album
Songs I Sing on by Frank Fontainealso on Spotify, YouTube
1962
- #1 song
“Johnny Angel” by Shelley Fabaresright behind it: “Good Luck Charm” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Slow Twistin'” (Chubby Checker (with Dee Dee Sharp))
1961
- #1 song
“Blue Moon” by The Marcelsright behind it: “Apache” (Jorgen Ingmann & His Guitar) and “Dedicated To The One I Love” (The Shirelles)
1960
- #1 song
“The Theme From "A Summer Place"” by Percy Faith And His Orchestraright behind it: “Puppy Love” (Paul Anka) and “He'll Have To Go” (Jim Reeves)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Come Softly To Me” by The Fleetwoodsright behind it: “Venus” (Frankie Avalon) and “Pink Shoe Laces” (Dodie Stevens)
Sources
Songs and albums are the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200 for the week; films are the weekend box office leader; shows are Netflix’s weekly Top 10; “most read” is the page everyone turned to on Wikipedia that day. Song links search YouTube; films and shows link to IMDb.
- Weekly charts: the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200, as archived in Wikipedia’s number-one lists.
- Weekend box office: Box Office Mojo, via Wikipedia’s number-one film lists.
- Streaming: the official Netflix Top 10.
- News stories: the Wikimedia Pageviews API.
- Game release dates: Wikidata.
- Album artwork and album links: Apple Music.
- News photos: freely licensed images from Wikimedia Commons; each links to its file page and credits.
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