April 12
on this day, year by year
Here is the most recent April 12, and then every April 12 back to 1959: the song at #1 that week, the album everyone was playing, and the movie leading the box office.
the most recent one
2025
Right behind “Luther”: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “Nokia” (Drake).
Your April 12
On April 12, 2025, “Luther” was #1.
Do you remember your day?
Most of us don’t, and that’s okay. Little Memory is a little diary for your iPhone. You write one line a day, and on this date in later years it shows you what you wrote. Five years of it looks like this:
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- Dear Diary
In the App Store since 2011
I look forward to checking every morning what I got up to last week, month, year. Simple to use and a lovely concept — I only wish I’d discovered it earlier.
every other April 12, back to 1959
Right behind “Like That”: “Texas Hold 'Em” (Beyonce) and “Beautiful Things” (Benson Boone).
Cowboy Carter is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2024
- Most read on Wikipedia
O. J. Simpson, American football player and actor (1947–2024)died April 10
Right behind “Last Night”: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus).
One Thing at a Time is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2023
- New games
- Ghostwire: Tokyo
Right behind “As It Was”: “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals) and “Big Energy” (Latto).
Unlimited Love is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2022
- New games
- 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
Right behind “Leave The Door Open”: “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” (Lil Nas X) and “Peaches” (Justin Bieber Featuring Daniel Caesar & Giveon).
Justice is also on Spotify, YouTube.
more from 2021
- Most read on Wikipedia
- WrestleMania 37, 2021 WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
Right behind “Toosie Slide”: “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd) and “The Box” (Roddy Ricch).
After Hours is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2020
- Most read on Wikipedia
United States Senate, Upper house of the US Congress
Right behind “Old Town Road”: “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” (Post Malone & Swae Lee) and “7 Rings” (Ariana Grande).
When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2019
- Most read on Wikipedia
Nipsey Hussle, American rapper (1985–2019)
Right behind “God's Plan”: “Meant To Be” (Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line) and “Psycho” (Post Malone Featuring Ty Dolla $ign).
Right behind “Shape Of You”: “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars) and “Something Just Like This” (The Chainsmokers & Coldplay).
More Life is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2017
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Charlie Murphy, Topics referred to by the same term
- New games
- Lego City Undercover
the 2010s
Right behind “Work”: “7 Years” (Lukas Graham) and “No” (Meghan Trainor).
Mind of Mine is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2016
- New games
- Dark Souls III
Right behind “Uptown Funk!”: “Sugar” (Maroon 5) and “Love Me Like You Do” (Ellie Goulding).
The Album About Nothing is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
2014
Right behind “Happy”: “All Of Me” (John Legend) and “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J).
Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is also on Spotify, YouTube.
Right behind “Thrift Shop”: “When I Was Your Man” (Bruno Mars) and “Suit & Tie” (Justin Timberlake Featuring JAY Z).
The 20/20 Experience is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
2012
Right behind “We Are Young”: “Boyfriend” (Justin Bieber) and “Somebody That I Used To Know” (Gotye Featuring Kimbra).
MDNA is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2012
- New games
- Candy Crush Saga · Tribes: Ascend · Pandora's Tower
Right behind “E.T.”: “S&M” (Rihanna Featuring Britney Spears) and “Just Can't Get Enough” (The Black Eyed Peas).
Femme Fatale is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2011
- New games
- World of Tanks · Michael Jackson: The Experience
Right behind “Rude Boy”: “Nothin' On You” (B.o.B Featuring Bruno Mars) and “Hey, Soul Sister” (Train).
the 2000s
Right behind “Boom Boom Pow”: “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga) and “Right Round” (Flo Rida).
Right behind “Touch My Body”: “Love In This Club” (Usher Featuring Young Jeezy) and “4 Minutes” (Madonna Featuring Justin Timberlake & Timbaland).
Right behind “Don't Matter”: “The Sweet Escape” (Gwen Stefani Featuring Akon) and “This Is Why I'm Hot” (Mims).
Let It Go is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2007
- New games
- Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney
Right behind “Bad Day”: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “You're Beautiful” (James Blunt).
Right behind “Candy Shop”: “Hate It Or Love It” (The Game Featuring 50 Cent) and “Since U Been Gone” (Kelly Clarkson).
The Massacre is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2005
- New games
- Jade Empire
Right behind “Yeah!”: “Tipsy” (J-Kwon) and “I Don't Wanna Know” (Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy).
Confessions is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2004
- New games
- Painkiller · The Punisher · Serious Sam: Next Encounter
Right behind “In Da Club”: “Ignition” (R. Kelly) and “Get Busy” (Sean Paul).
Right behind “Ain't It Funny”: “What's Luv?” (Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti) and “Foolish” (Ashanti).
Right behind “All For You”: “Survivor” (Destiny's Child) and “Angel” (Shaggy Featuring Rayvon).
Until the End of Time is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 2001
- New games
- Banjo-Tooie · Armored Core 2: Another Age
Right behind “Maria Maria”: “Say My Name” (Destiny's Child) and “Breathe” (Faith Hill).
the 1990s
Right behind “No Scrubs”: “Believe” (Cher) and “What's It Gonna Be?!” (Busta Rhymes Featuring Janet).
Right behind “All My Life”: “Let's Ride” (Montell Jordan Feat. Master P & Silkk The Shocker) and “Too Close” (Next).
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
Right behind “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down”: “Wannabe” (Spice Girls) and “Foolish Games/You Were Meant For Me” (Jewel).
Right behind “Because You Loved Me (From "Up Close & Personal")”: “Always Be My Baby” (Mariah Carey) and “Nobody Knows” (The Tony Rich Project).
Right behind “This Is How We Do It”: “Red Light Special” (TLC) and “Candy Rain” (Soul For Real).
Me Against the World is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
Right behind “Bump N' Grind”: “The Sign” (Ace Of Base) and “Without You/Never Forget You” (Mariah Carey).
Longing in Their Hearts is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
Right behind “Informer”: “Freak Me” (Silk) and “Nuthin' But A "G" Thang” (Dr. Dre).
Right behind “Save The Best For Last”: “Tears In Heaven” (Eric Clapton) and “Jump” (Kris Kross).
Right behind “I've Been Thinking About You”: “You're In Love” (Wilson Phillips) and “Hold You Tight” (Tara Kemp).
Right behind “I'll Be Your Everything”: “Don't Wanna Fall In Love” (Jane Child) and “All Around The World” (Lisa Stansfield).
Nick of Time is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
more from 1990
- First aired
- Moomin premieres
the 1980s
Right behind “She Drives Me Crazy”: “The Look” (Roxette) and “Like A Prayer” (Madonna).
Right behind “Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car”: “Devil Inside” (INXS) and “Where Do Broken Hearts Go” (Whitney Houston).
Right behind “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”: “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” (Starship) and “Don't Dream It's Over” (Crowded House).
Right behind “Rock Me Amadeus”: “Kiss” (Prince And The Revolution) and “Manic Monday” (The Bangles).
Right behind “We Are The World”: “One More Night” (Phil Collins) and “Crazy For You” (Madonna).
Right behind “Footloose”: “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” (Phil Collins) and “Somebody's Watching Me” (Rockwell).
Right behind “Billie Jean”: “Come On Eileen” (Dexys Midnight Runners) and “Mr. Roboto” (Styx).
Right behind “I Love Rock 'N Roll”: “We Got The Beat” (Go-Go's) and “Chariots Of Fire - Titles” (Vangelis).
Right behind “Kiss On My List”: “Rapture” (Blondie) and “Morning Train (Nine To Five)” (Sheena Easton).
Right behind “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)”: “Call Me” (Blondie) and “Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me, Girl” (The Spinners).
the 1970s
Right behind “What A Fool Believes”: “I Will Survive” (Gloria Gaynor) and “Knock On Wood” (Amii Stewart).
Right behind “Night Fever”: “Stayin' Alive” (Bee Gees) and “Lay Down Sally” (Eric Clapton).
Saturday Night Fever is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
Right behind “Don't Give Up On Us”: “Don't Leave Me This Way” (Thelma Houston) and “Southern Nights” (Glen Campbell).
Right behind “Disco Lady”: “Let Your Love Flow” (Bellamy Brothers) and “Right Back Where We Started From” (Maxine Nightingale).
Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975) is also on Spotify, YouTube.
Right behind “Philadelphia Freedom”: “Lovin' You” (Minnie Riperton) and “No No Song/snookeroo” (Ringo Starr).
Right behind “Bennie And The Jets”: “Hooked On A Feeling” (Blue Swede) and “TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)” (MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees).
1973
Right behind “The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia”: “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).
Lady Sings the Blues is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
Right behind “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face”: “A Horse With No Name” (America) and “I Gotcha” (Joe Tex).
Right behind “Joy To The World”: “What's Going On” (Marvin Gaye) and “Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)” (The Temptations).
Right behind “Let It Be”: “ABC” (Jackson 5) and “Spirit In The Sky” (Norman Greenbaum).
Bridge over Troubled Water is also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia.
the 1960s
1969
Right behind “Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)”: “You've Made Me So Very Happy” (Blood, Sweat & Tears) and “Dizzy” (Tommy Roe).
Right behind “Honey”: “Young Girl” (The Union Gap Featuring Gary Puckett) and “(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay” (Otis Redding).
Right behind “Somethin' Stupid”: “Happy Together” (The Turtles) and “This Is My Song” (Petula Clark).
1966
Right behind “(You're My) Soul And Inspiration”: “Daydream” (The Lovin' Spoonful) and “Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down)” (Cher).
Right behind “I'm Telling You Now”: “Stop! In The Name Of Love” (The Supremes) and “Game Of Love” (Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders).
Right behind “Can't Buy Me Love”: “Twist And Shout” (The Beatles) and “Suspicion” (Terry Stafford).
Right behind “He's So Fine”: “Can't Get Used To Losing You” (Andy Williams) and “South Street” (The Orlons).
1962
Right behind “Johnny Angel”: “Good Luck Charm” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Slow Twistin'” (Chubby Checker (with Dee Dee Sharp)).
1961
Right behind “Blue Moon”: “Runaway” (Del Shannon) and “Mother-In-Law” (Ernie K-Doe).
more from 1961
- In space
- Vostok 1 launches
Right behind “The Theme From "A Summer Place"”: “Greenfields” (The Brothers Four) and “Puppy Love” (Paul Anka).
the late 1950s
1959
Right behind “Come Softly To Me”: “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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