April 28
on this day, year by year
Here is April 28 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 “Ordinary” (Alex Warren)- In theaters
- Sinners
- On Netflix
- The Eternaut
- Most read on Wikipedia
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Indian cricketer (born 2011)
2024
- #1 song
“Fortnight” by Taylor Swift Featuring Post Maloneright behind it: “Down Bad” (Taylor Swift) and “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Challengers
- On Netflix
- Baby Reindeer
2023
- #1 song
“Kill Bill” by SZAright behind it: “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen) 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 Diplomat
- Most read on Wikipedia
Jerry Springer, American TV personality and politician (1944–2023)died April 27- New games
- Star Wars Jedi: Survivor · Fran Bow
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “First Class” (Jack Harlow) and “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals)- In theaters
- The Bad Guys
- On Netflix
- The Marked Heart
- New games
- Dorfromantik
2021
- #1 song
“Rapstar” by Polo Gright behind it: “Leave The Door Open” (Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak)) and “Peaches” (Justin Bieber Featuring Daniel Caesar & Giveon)- Top album
- Slime Language 2 by Young Thugalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Mortal Kombat
2020
- #1 song
“Blinding Lights” by The Weekndright behind it: “Toosie Slide” (Drake) and “The Box” (Roddy Ricch)- Top album
- Blame It on Baby by DaBabyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- Most read on Wikipedia
Tasuku Honjo, Japanese immunologist and Nobel laureate (born 1942)- New games
- Gears Tactics · SnowRunner · Daymare: 1998
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Wow.” (Post Malone) and “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” (Post Malone & Swae Lee)- Top album
- When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Avengers: Endgame
2018
- #1 song
“Nice For What” by Drakeright behind it: “God's Plan” (Drake) and “Meant To Be” (Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line)- Top album
- Rearview Town by Jason Aldeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Avengers: Infinity War
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars) and “Humble.” (Kendrick Lamar)- In theaters
- The Fate of the Furious
- New games
- Little Nightmares · Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
2016
- #1 song
“Work” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “Panda” (Desiigner) and “7 Years” (Lukas Graham)- In theaters
- The Jungle Book
- Most read on Wikipedia
Hertha Marks Ayrton, English electrical engineer (1854–1923)- New games
- Total War: Warhammer · Kirby: Planet Robobot · Island
2015
- #1 song
“See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puthright behind it: “Uptown Funk!” (Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars) and “Earned It (Fifty Shades Of Grey)” (The Weeknd)- Top album
- Handwritten by Shawn Mendesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Furious 7
- New games
- Agar.io · Broken Age · Ensemble Stars!
2014
- #1 song
“Happy” by Pharrell Williamsright behind it: “All Of Me” (John Legend) and “Talk Dirty” (Jason Derulo Featuring 2 Chainz)- In theaters
- The Other Woman
2013
- #1 song
“Just Give Me A Reason” by P!nk Featuring Nate Ruessright behind it: “Can't Hold Us” (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton) and “Thrift Shop” (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz)- Top album
- Save Rock and Roll by Fall Out Boyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Pain & Gain
2012
- #1 song
“Somebody That I Used To Know” by Gotye Featuring Kimbraright behind it: “We Are Young” (fun. Featuring Janelle Monae) and “Glad You Came” (The Wanted)- In theaters
- Think Like a Man
- New games
- StreetPass Mii Plaza · Face Raiders
2011
- #1 song
“S&M” by Rihanna Featuring Britney Spearsright behind it: “E.T.” (Katy Perry Featuring Kanye West) and “Just Can't Get Enough” (The Black Eyed Peas)- Top album
- Wasting Light by Foo Fightersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Fast Five
2010
- #1 song
“Nothin' On You” by B.o.B Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Rude Boy” (Rihanna) and “Hey, Soul Sister” (Train)- Top album
- My World 2.0 by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- How to Train Your Dragon
- New games
- Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga) and “Right Round” (Flo Rida)- In theaters
- Obsessed
- New games
- Age of Empires III · Velvet Assassin
2008
- #1 song
“Lollipop” by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Majorright behind it: “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis) and “No Air” (Jordin Sparks Duet With Chris Brown)- In theaters
- Baby Mama
2007
- #1 song
“Give It To Me” by Timbaland Featuring Nelly Furtado & Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “Don't Matter” (Akon) and “Girlfriend” (Avril Lavigne)- In theaters
- Disturbia
2006
- #1 song
“Bad Day” by Daniel Powterright behind it: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “What You Know” (T.I.)- Top album
- Me and My Gang by Rascal Flattsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- RV
- Launched
- Google Translate
- New games
- Trauma Center: Under the Knife · Guild Wars Factions · LostMagic
2005
- #1 song
“Candy Shop” by 50 Cent Featuring Oliviaright behind it: “Hate It Or Love It” (The Game Featuring 50 Cent) and “Hollaback Girl” (Gwen Stefani)- Top album
- The Emancipation of Mimi by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
- New games
- School Days · Mercenaries: Playground of Destruction · Tears to Tiara
2004
- #1 song
- “Yeah!” by Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacrisright behind it: “I Don't Wanna Know” (Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy) and “Burn” (Usher)
- Top album
- Confessions by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Man on Fire
2003
- #1 song
“In Da Club” by 50 Centright behind it: “Get Busy” (Sean Paul) and “Ignition” (R. Kelly)- In theaters
- Identity
- Launched
- iTunes Store
2002
- #1 song
“Foolish” by Ashantiright behind it: “What's Luv?” (Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti) and “U Don't Have To Call” (Usher)- In theaters
- The Scorpion King
2001
- #1 song
“All For You” by Janetright behind it: “Survivor” (Destiny's Child) and “Thank You” (Dido)- In theaters
- Driven
- New games
- Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec
2000
- #1 song
“Maria Maria” by Santana Featuring The Product G&Bright behind it: “Breathe” (Faith Hill) and “He Wasn't Man Enough” (Toni Braxton)- Top album
No Strings Attached by NSYNCalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- U-571
- New games
- UEFA Euro 2000
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“No Scrubs” by TLCright behind it: “Kiss Me” (Sixpence None The Richer) and “Believe” (Cher)- In theaters
- The Matrix
1998
- #1 song
“Too Close” by Nextright behind it: “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain) and “Let's Ride” (Montell Jordan Feat. Master P & Silkk The Shocker)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Big Hit
1997
- #1 song
“Hypnotize” by The Notorious B.I.G.right behind it: “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” (Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)) 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
- Volcano
1996
- #1 song
“Always Be My Baby” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Because You Loved Me (From "Up Close & Personal")” (Celine Dion) and “Nobody Knows” (The Tony Rich Project)- In theaters
- The Quest
1995
- #1 song
“This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordanright behind it: “Red Light Special” (TLC) and “Freak Like Me” (Adina Howard)- Top album
The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- While You Were Sleeping
- New games
- Tails' Skypatrol · Jumping Flash! · Super Bomberman 3
1994
- #1 song
“Bump N' Grind” by R. Kellyright behind it: “The Sign” (Ace Of Base) and “The Most Beautiful Girl In The World” (Prince)- In theaters
- No Escape
- New games
- Yoshi's Cookie · Super Bomberman 2
1993
- #1 song
“Freak Me” by Silkright behind it: “Informer” (Snow) and “Nuthin' But A "G" Thang” (Dr. Dre)- Top album
The Bodyguard by Whitney Houston / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Indecent Proposal
- New games
- Super Bomberman
1992
- #1 song
“Jump” by Kris Krossright behind it: “Save The Best For Last” (Vanessa Williams) and “Tears In Heaven” (Eric Clapton)- Top album
Adrenalize by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Basic Instinct
- New games
- Baseball Stars 2
1991
- #1 song
“Baby Baby” by Amy Grantright behind it: “Joyride” (Roxette) and “I Like The Way (The Kissing Game)” (Hi-Five)- Top album
Mariah Carey by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Oscar
1990
- #1 song
- “Nothing Compares 2 U” by Sinead O'Connorright behind it: “Don't Wanna Fall In Love” (Jane Child) and “I Wanna Be Rich” (Calloway)
- Top album
I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got by Sinéad O'Connoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Pretty Woman
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
- “Like A Prayer” by Madonnaright behind it: “I'll Be There For You” (Bon Jovi) and “Funky Cold Medina” (Tone-Loc)
- Top album
Like a Prayer by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Pet Sematary
- New games
- Super Mario Bros. 2
1988
- #1 song
“Where Do Broken Hearts Go” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “Wishing Well” (Terence Trent D'Arby) and “Angel” (Aerosmith)- In theaters
- Colors
- New games
- Parodius · Tecmo Cup Soccer Game
1987
- #1 song
“(I Just) Died In Your Arms” by Cutting Crewright behind it: “Looking For A New Love” (Jody Watley) and “Don't Dream It's Over” (Crowded House)- Top album
The Joshua Tree by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Secret of My Success
1986
- #1 song
“Addicted To Love” by Robert Palmerright behind it: “West End Girls” (Pet Shop Boys) and “Kiss” (Prince And The Revolution)- In theaters
- Legend
1985
- #1 song
- “We Are The World” by USA For Africaright behind it: “Crazy For You” (Madonna) and “Rhythm Of The Night” (Debarge)
- In theaters
- Stick
1984
- #1 song
“Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” by Phil Collinsright behind it: “Hello” (Lionel Richie) and “Footloose” (Kenny Loggins)- In theaters
- Police Academy
1983
- #1 song
- “Beat It” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Come On Eileen” (Dexys Midnight Runners) and “Jeopardy” (Greg Kihn Band)
- In theaters
- Flashdance
1982
- #1 song
“I Love Rock 'N Roll” by Joan Jett & the Blackheartsright behind it: “Chariots Of Fire - Titles” (Vangelis) and “Ebony And Ivory” (Paul McCartney And Stevie Wonder)- Top album
Chariots of Fire by Vangelisalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Porky's
1981
- #1 song
“Morning Train (Nine To Five)” by Sheena Eastonright behind it: “Just The Two Of Us” (Grover Washington, Jr. With Bill Withers) and “Being With You” (Smokey Robinson)- Top album
Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Excalibur
1980
- #1 song
“Call Me” by Blondieright behind it: “Ride Like The Wind” (Christopher Cross) and “Lost In Love” (Air Supply)- Top album
Against the Wind by Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Kramer vs. Kramer
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Heart Of Glass” by Blondieright behind it: “Reunited” (Peaches & Herb) and “Knock On Wood” (Amii Stewart)- Top album
Minute by Minute by Doobie Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- The Deer Hunter
1978
- #1 song
“Night Fever” by Bee Geesright behind it: “If I Can't Have You” (Yvonne Elliman) and “Can't Smile Without You” (Barry Manilow)- In theaters
- House Calls
1977
- #1 song
“Southern Nights” by Glen Campbellright behind it: “Hotel California” (Eagles) and “Don't Leave Me This Way” (Thelma Houston)- Top album
Hotel California by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Rocky
1976
- #1 song
“Let Your Love Flow” by Bellamy Brothersright behind it: “Right Back Where We Started From” (Maxine Nightingale) and “Boogie Fever” (The Sylvers)
1975
- #1 song
“He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)” by Tony Orlando & Dawnright behind it: “(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song” (B.J. Thomas) and “Before The Next Teardrop Falls” (Freddy Fender)- Top album
Chicago VIII by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Loco-Motion” by Grand Funkright behind it: “TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)” (MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees) and “Bennie And The Jets” (Elton John)
1973
- #1 song
“Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Dawn Featuring Tony Orlandoright behind it: “The Cisco Kid” (War) and “Sing” (Carpenters)
1972
- #1 song
- “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flackright behind it: “Rockin' Robin” (Michael Jackson) and “I Gotcha” (Joe Tex)
- Top album
First Take by Roberta Flackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
“Joy To The World” by Three Dog Nightright behind it: “Put Your Hand In The Hand” (Ocean) and “Never Can Say Goodbye” (Jackson 5)- Top album
Jesus Christ Superstar by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1970
- #1 song
“ABC” by Jackson 5right behind it: “Let It Be” (The Beatles) 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: “It's Your Thing” (The Isley Brothers) and “Hair” (The Cowsills)
1968
- #1 song
“Honey” by Bobby Goldsbororight behind it: “Cry Like A Baby” (The Box Tops) and “Young Girl” (The Union Gap Featuring Gary Puckett)- Top album
The Graduate by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“Somethin' Stupid” by Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatraright behind it: “A Little Bit Me, A Little Bit You” (The Monkees) and “Happy Together” (The Turtles)
1966
- #1 song
“Good Lovin'” by The Young Rascalsright behind it: “(You're My) Soul And Inspiration” (The Righteous Brothers) and “Monday, Monday” (The Mamas & The Papas)- Top album
Going Places by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube- In sports
- 1966 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics
1965
- #1 song
“Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter” by Herman's Hermitsright behind it: “Game Of Love” (Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders) and “I Know A Place” (Petula Clark)
1964
- #1 song
“Can't Buy Me Love” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Hello, Dolly!” (Louis Armstrong And The All Stars) and “Do You Want To Know A Secret” (The Beatles)
1963
- #1 song
“I Will Follow Him” by Little Peggy Marchright behind it: “Can't Get Used To Losing You” (Andy Williams) and “Puff (The Magic Dragon)” (Peter, Paul & Mary)- Top album
Days of Wine and Roses and Other TV Requests by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1962
- #1 song
“Good Luck Charm” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Johnny Angel” (Shelley Fabares) and “Mashed Potato Time” (Dee Dee Sharp)
1961
- #1 song
“Runaway” by Del Shannonright behind it: “Mother-In-Law” (Ernie K-Doe) and “I've Told Every Little Star” (Linda Scott)
1960
- #1 song
- “Stuck On You” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Greenfields” (The Brothers Four) and “Sixteen Reasons” (Connie Stevens)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Come Softly To Me” by The Fleetwoodsright behind it: “The Happy Organ” (Dave "Baby" Cortez) and “Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)” (The Impalas)
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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