April 8

on this day, year by year

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

This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016) album cover

Here is April 8 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 8? Find your year:

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
Most read on Wikipedia: Dire wolf, Extinct species of canine mammal
New games: Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing · South of Midnight

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
Most read on Wikipedia: Solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, Total eclipse over North America

2023

#1 song: “Like Crazy” by Jiminright behind it: “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus) and “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen)
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: “Heat Waves” by Glass Animalsright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Big Energy” (Latto)
Top album: Mainstream Sellout by Machine Gun Kellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
On Netflix: Bridgerton

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))
Top album: SoulFly by Rod Wavealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Godzilla vs. Kong
New games: Enlisted

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 CongressSenator Bernie Sanders suspends his presidential campaign, leaving former Vice President Joe Biden as the presumptive nominee of the Democratic Party for President in the…

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!
Most read on Wikipedia: WrestleMania 35, 2019 WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event

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: Patrick Reed, American professional golfer (born 1990)In golf, American Patrick Reed wins the 2018 Masters Tournament held in Augusta, Georgia.

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars) and “I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)” (Zayn / Taylor Swift)
Top album: More Life by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Boss Baby

2016

#1 song: “Work” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “7 Years” (Lukas Graham) and “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber)
Top album: This Is What the Truth Feels Like by Gwen Stefanialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Boss
Most read on Wikipedia: The Adventures of Tintin, Series of 24 comic albums by Hergé
First aired: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress premieres

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
New games: Pokémon Rumble World

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
New games: Titanfall · Lego The Hobbit

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: Evil Dead

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

2011

#1 song: “E.T.” by Katy Perry Featuring Kanye Westright behind it: “S&M” (Rihanna Featuring Britney Spears) and “F**k You! (Forget You)” (CeeLo Green)
Top album: F.A.M.E. by Chris Brownalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hop
New games: Anomaly: Warzone Earth · Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game

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)
Top album: Now 30 by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fast & Furious
New games: Mafia Wars

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)
Top album: Day26 by Day26also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: 21
New games: Assassin's Creed

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: Blades of Glory

2006

#1 song: “Bad Day” by Daniel Powterright behind it: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “So Sick” (Ne-Yo)
Top album: 3121 by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ice Age: The Meltdown

2005

#1 song: “Candy Shop” by 50 Cent Featuring Oliviaright behind it: “Since U Been Gone” (Kelly Clarkson) and “Hate It Or Love It” (The Game Featuring 50 Cent)
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
New games: XIII · Metroid: Zero Mission · Jet Li: Rise to Honor

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: Phone Booth
New games: Tropico 2: Pirate Cove · Crazy Taxi: Catch a Ride

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: 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
New games: Dr. Mario 64

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: Lost in Space

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: Liar Liar

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: “Take A Bow” by Madonnaright behind it: “Candy Rain” (Soul For Real) and “Run Away” (Real McCoy)
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: Far Beyond Driven by Panteraalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: D2: The Mighty Ducks
New games: NHL '94

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)
Top album: Wayne's World by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: White Men Can't Jump

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: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze

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: Twin Peaks premieres

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “The Look” by Roxetteright behind it: “Eternal Flame” (The Bangles) and “Girl You Know It's True” (Milli Vanilli)
Top album: Electric Youth by Debbie Gibsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Major League

1988

#1 song: “Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car” by Billy Oceanright behind it: “Man In The Mirror” (Michael Jackson) and “Out Of The Blue” (Debbie Gibson)
Top album: Dirty Dancing by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Beetlejuice
New games: Double Dragon · Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

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: Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol

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: Police Academy 3: Back in Training

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: Police Academy

1983

#1 song: “Billie Jean” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me” (Culture Club) and “Hungry Like The Wolf” (Duran Duran)
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: 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: Hardly Working

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)
Top album: The Wall by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fury

1977

#1 song: “Dancing Queen” by ABBAright behind it: “Don't Give Up On Us” (David Soul) and “Don't Leave Me This Way” (Thelma Houston)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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
Award night: 47th Academy Awards: The Godfather Part II wins Best Picture

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: “A Horse With No Name” by Americaright behind it: “Heart Of Gold” (Neil Young) and “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” (Roberta Flack)
Top album: America by Americaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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)
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 “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

1967

#1 song: “Happy Together” by The Turtlesright behind it: “Dedicated To The One I Love” (The Mamas & The Papas) and “Somethin' Stupid” (Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatra)
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 “19th Nervous Breakdown” (The Rolling Stones)
Top album: Ballads of the Green Berets by SSgt. Barry Sadleralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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)
Top album: Mary Poppins by Buena Vistaalso on Spotify, YouTube

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

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
Award night: 35th Academy Awards: Lawrence of Arabia wins Best Picture

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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