April 13

on this day, year by year

When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) album cover

The Album About Nothing (2015) album cover

Here is April 13 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.

Born on April 13? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar & SZAright behind it: “Nokia” (Drake) and “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars)
Top album: Music by Playboi Cartialso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: A Minecraft Movie
On Netflix: The Gardener
Most read on Wikipedia: Rory McIlroy, Northern Irish golfer (born 1989)

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: Civil War
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

2022

#1 song: “As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals) and “Big Energy” (Latto)
Top album: Unlimited Love by Red Hot Chili Peppersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
On Netflix: Elite
Most read on Wikipedia: Gilbert Gottfried, American comedian (1955–2022)died April 12

2021

#1 song: “Leave The Door Open” by Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak)right behind it: “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” (Lil Nas X) and “Peaches” (Justin Bieber Featuring Daniel Caesar & Giveon)
Top album: Justice by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Godzilla vs. Kong
Most read on Wikipedia: Brenda Song, American actress (born 1988)

2020

#1 song: “Toosie Slide” by Drakeright behind it: “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd) and “The Box” (Roddy Ricch)
Top album: After Hours by The Weekndalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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: Rampage

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)
Top album: More Life by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fate of the Furious
Most read on Wikipedia: GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast, American large-yield bombThe United States Air Force drops the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, reportedly on an ISIL complex of tunnels and caves. This is the…
New games: Stardew Valley

2016

#1 song: “Work” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “7 Years” (Lukas Graham) and “No” (Meghan Trainor)
Top album: Mind of Mine by Zaynalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Boss

2015

#1 song: “Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Sugar” (Maroon 5) and “Love Me Like You Do” (Ellie Goulding)
Top album: The Album About Nothing by Walealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Furious 7

2014

#1 song: “Happy” by Pharrell Williamsright behind it: “All Of Me” (John Legend) and “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J)
Top album: Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
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)
Top album: The 20/20 Experience by Justin Timberlakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: 42

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)
Top album: MDNA by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Hunger Games
New games: Fez · Spirit Camera · Pandora's Tower

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: Raymond v. Raymond by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Date Night
New games: Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga) and “Right Round” (Flo Rida)
Top album: Defying Gravity by Keith Urbanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hannah Montana: The Movie
New games: Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure

2008

#1 song: “Touch My Body” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis) and “4 Minutes” (Madonna Featuring Justin Timberlake & Timbaland)
Top album: Troubadour by George Straitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Prom Night

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)
Top album: Let It Go by Tim McGrawalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Disturbia
New games: ActRaiser · Hotel Dusk: Room 215 · Pokémon Ranger

2006

#1 song: “Bad Day” by Daniel Powterright behind it: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “You're Beautiful” (James Blunt)
Top album: King by T.I.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Scary Movie 4
New games: Battlefield 2: Modern Combat

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: “Tipsy” (J-Kwon) and “I Don't Wanna Know” (Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy)
Top album: Confessions by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Passion of the Christ
New games: TOCA Race Driver 2

2003

#1 song: “In Da Club” by 50 Centright behind it: “Ignition” (R. Kelly) and “Get Busy” (Sean Paul)
Top album: Meteora by Linkin Parkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: A New Day Has Come by Celine Dionalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Changing Lanes
New games: Simon the Sorcerer 3D

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 “What's It Gonna Be?!” (Busta Rhymes Featuring Janet)
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 “Too Close” (Next)
Top album: Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: City of Angels

1997

#1 song: “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” by Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)right behind it: “Foolish Games/You Were Meant For Me” (Jewel) and “Wannabe” (Spice Girls)
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)
Top album: Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube
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)
Top album: Me Against the World by 2Pacalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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: The Bodyguard by Whitney Houston / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Indecent Proposal

1992

#1 song: “Save The Best For Last” by Vanessa Williamsright behind it: “Tears In Heaven” (Eric Clapton) and “Jump” (Kris Kross)
Top album: Adrenalize by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Sleepwalkers
New games: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past · Nintendo World Cup

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
In theaters: Out for Justice

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
First aired: Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water premieres
New games: Qix · Batman: The Video Game · Block Hole

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “She Drives Me Crazy” by Fine Young Cannibalsright behind it: “The Look” (Roxette) and “Like A Prayer” (Madonna)
Top album: Lōc-ed After Dark by Tone Lōcalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: Dirty Dancing by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Beetlejuice

1987

#1 song: “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” by Aretha Franklin & George Michaelright behind it: “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” (Starship) and “Don't Dream It's Over” (Crowded House)
Top album: Licensed to Ill by Beastie Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Secret of My Success

1986

#1 song: “Kiss” by Prince And The Revolutionright behind it: “Manic Monday” (The Bangles) and “Addicted To Love” (Robert Palmer)
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)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter

1983

#1 song: “Billie Jean” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Come On Eileen” (Dexys Midnight Runners) and “Mr. Roboto” (Styx)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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: Chariots of Fire by Vangelisalso 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 “Morning Train (Nine To Five)” (Sheena Easton)
Top album: Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars

1980

#1 song: “Call Me” by Blondieright behind it: “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)” (Pink Floyd) and “Ride Like The Wind” (Christopher Cross)
Top album: The Wall by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Kramer vs. Kramer

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)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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: “Let Your Love Flow” (Bellamy Brothers) and “Right Back Where We Started From” (Maxine Nightingale)
Top album: Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975) by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube

1975

#1 song: “Philadelphia Freedom” by The Elton John Bandright behind it: “(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song” (B.J. Thomas) and “Lovin' You” (Minnie Riperton)
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)
Top album: America by Americaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Joy To The World” by Three Dog Nightright behind it: “What's Going On” (Marvin Gaye) and “Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)” (The Temptations)
Top album: Pearl by Janis Joplinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “Let It Be” by The Beatlesright behind it: “ABC” (Jackson 5) and “Spirit In The Sky” (Norman Greenbaum)
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 “It's Your Thing” (The Isley Brothers)
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

1967

#1 song: “Somethin' Stupid” by Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatraright behind it: “Happy Together” (The Turtles) and “This Is My Song” (Petula Clark)
Top album: More of The Monkees by Colgemsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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 “Game Of Love” (Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders)
Top album: Mary Poppins by Buena Vistaalso on Spotify, YouTube
Award night: 7th Annual Grammy Awards: Getz/Gilberto wins Album of the Year

1964

#1 song: “Can't Buy Me Love” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Twist And Shout” (The Beatles) and “Suspicion” (Terry Stafford)
Top album: Meet the Beatles! by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
Award night: 36th Academy Awards: Tom Jones wins Best Picture

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: “Runaway” (Del Shannon) and “Mother-In-Law” (Ernie K-Doe)

1960

#1 song: “The Theme From "A Summer Place"” by Percy Faith And His Orchestraright behind it: “Greenfields” (The Brothers Four) and “Puppy Love” (Paul Anka)

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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