August 13
on this day, year by year
Here is August 13 year by year, back to 1958: 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
“Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “The Subway” (Chappell Roan)- Top album
- Don't Tap the Glass by Tyler, the Creatoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Weapons
- On Netflix
- Wednesday
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen) and “Not Like Us” (Kendrick Lamar)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Deadpool & Wolverine
- On Netflix
- Emily in Paris
2023
- #1 song
“Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Fast Car” (Luke Combs) and “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Barbie
- On Netflix
- Painkiller
- Most read on Wikipedia
Sridevi, Indian actress (1963–2018)
2022
- #1 song
“Break My Soul” by Beyonceright behind it: “About Damn Time” (Lizzo) and “As It Was” (Harry Styles)- Top album
- Renaissance by Beyoncéalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Bullet Train
- On Netflix
- The Sandman
- Most read on Wikipedia
Anne Heche, American actress (1969–2022)died August 11
2021
- #1 song
“Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieberright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Levitating” (Dua Lipa)- Top album
- Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Free Guy
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
2020
- #1 song
“Watermelon Sugar” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Rockstar” (DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricch) and “Whats Poppin” (Jack Harlow Featuring DaBaby, Tory Lanez & Lil Wayne)- New games
- Total War Saga: Troy
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish) and “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello)- Top album
- Care Package by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
- New games
- Dicey Dungeons
2018
- #1 song
“In My Feelings” by Drakeright behind it: “Girls Like You” (Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B) and “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin)- Top album
- Astroworld by Travis Scottalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Meg
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “Wild Thoughts” (DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller) and “Unforgettable” (French Montana Featuring Swae Lee)- Top album
- Everything Now by Arcade Firealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Annabelle: Creation
2016
- #1 song
“Cheap Thrills” by Sia Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Cold Water” (Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO) and “One Dance” (Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla)- In theaters
- Suicide Squad
2015
- #1 song
“Cheerleader” by OMIright behind it: “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd) and “Watch Me” (Silento)- In theaters
- Straight Outta Compton
- Most read on Wikipedia
Tiananmen Square protests of 1989, Student-led demonstrations in China- New games
- Fallout Shelter
2014
- #1 song
“Rude” by MAGIC!right behind it: “Stay With Me” (Sam Smith) and “Fancy” (Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX)- Top album
- Hypnotic Eye by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
2013
- #1 song
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “We Can't Stop” (Miley Cyrus) and “Radioactive” (Imagine Dragons)- Top album
- Blurred Lines by Robin Thickealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Elysium
- New games
- Angry Birds · Europa Universalis IV · Geometry Dash
2012
- #1 song
“Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsenright behind it: “Lights” (Ellie Goulding) and “Whistle” (Flo Rida)- Top album
- God Forgives, I Don't by Rick Rossalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Bourne Legacy
2011
- #1 song
“Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRockright behind it: “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” (Katy Perry) and “Super Bass” (Nicki Minaj)- In theaters
- Rise of the Planet of the Apes
2010
- #1 song
“Love The Way You Lie” by Eminem Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “California Gurls” (Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Dogg) and “Dynamite” (Taio Cruz)- In theaters
- The Expendables
- New games
- Victoria II
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Best I Ever Had” (Drake) and “You Belong With Me” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
Loso's Way by Fabolousalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- District 9
- New games
- MySims · Mini Ninjas · Madden NFL 10
2008
- #1 song
“I Kissed A Girl” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Forever” (Chris Brown) and “Disturbia” (Rihanna)- Top album
Love on the Inside by Sugarlandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Dark Knight
2007
- #1 song
“Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingstonright behind it: “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie) and “Hey There Delilah” (Plain White T's)- Top album
Finding Forever by Commonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rush Hour 3
- First aired
- Californication premieres
2006
- #1 song
“London Bridge” by Fergieright behind it: “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)- In theaters
- Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
- New games
- Ultimate Ghosts 'n Goblins
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Pon de Replay” (Rihanna) and “Don't Cha” (The Pussycat Dolls Featuring Busta Rhymes)- In theaters
- Four Brothers
2004
- #1 song
“Slow Motion” by Juvenile Featuring Soulja Slimright behind it: “Lean Back” (Terror Squad) and “Confessions Part II” (Usher)- In theaters
- Alien vs. Predator
- In sports
- 2004 Summer Olympics
2003
- #1 song
“Crazy In Love” by Beyonce Featuring Jay Zright behind it: “Right Thurr” (Chingy) and “Never Leave You - Uh Ooh, Uh Oooh!” (Lumidee)- In theaters
- S.W.A.T.
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Hot In Herre” (Nelly) and “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne)- Top album
The Rising by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- XXX
- New games
- Aliens Versus Predator 2
2001
- #1 song
“Fallin'” by Alicia Keysright behind it: “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” (Eve Featuring Gwen Stefani) and “Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)” (Blu Cantrell)- In theaters
- American Pie 2
2000
- #1 song
“Incomplete” by Sisqoright behind it: “Bent” (matchbox twenty) and “Jumpin', Jumpin'” (Destiny's Child)- In theaters
- Hollow Man
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Genie In A Bottle” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Tell Me It's Real” (K-Ci & JoJo) and “Bills, Bills, Bills” (Destiny's Child)- In theaters
- The Sixth Sense
1998
- #1 song
“The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “My Way” (Usher) and “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain)- In theaters
- Saving Private Ryan
- New games
- Echo Night
1997
- #1 song
“I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “Mo Money Mo Problems” (The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase) and “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys)- Top album
The Art of War by Bone Thugs N Harmonyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Cop Land
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “Twisted” (Keith Sweat) and “C'mon N' Ride It (The Train)” (Quad City DJ's)
- In theaters
- Jack
- New games
- The Settlers II
1995
- #1 song
“Waterfalls” by TLCright behind it: “Kiss From A Rose” (Seal) and “Boombastic/In The Summertime” (Shaggy)- Top album
E. 1999 Eternal by Bone Thugs-n-Harmonyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Dangerous Minds
1994
- #1 song
“Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” by Lisa Loeb & Nine Storiesright behind it: “I Swear” (All-4-One) and “Fantastic Voyage” (Coolio)- Top album
The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Clear and Present Danger
1993
- #1 song
- “Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")” by UB40right behind it: “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team) and “Weak” (SWV)
- Top album
Black Sunday by Cypress Hillalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Fugitive
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Baby-Baby-Baby” (TLC) and “This Used To Be My Playground” (Madonna)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Unforgiven
1991
- #1 song
“(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “Every Heartbeat” (Amy Grant) and “It Ain't Over 'til It's Over” (Lenny Kravitz)- Top album
Unforgettable... with Love by Natalie Colealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Hot Shots!
- New games
- F-Zero · Pilotwings
1990
- #1 song
“Vision Of Love” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Come Back To Me” (Janet Jackson) and “If Wishes Came True” (Sweet Sensation)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Flatliners
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Right Here Waiting” by Richard Marxright behind it: “On Our Own (From "Ghostbusters II")” (Bobby Brown) and “Cold Hearted” (Paula Abdul)- In theaters
- Parenthood
1988
- #1 song
“Roll With It” by Steve Winwoodright behind it: “Hands To Heaven” (Breathe) and “Make Me Lose Control” (Eric Carmen)- In theaters
- Young Guns
1987
- #1 song
“I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For” by U2right behind it: “Who's That Girl” (Madonna) and “I Want Your Sex (From "Beverly Hills Cop II")” (George Michael)- In theaters
- Stakeout
1986
- #1 song
“Papa Don't Preach” by Madonnaright behind it: “Glory Of Love (Theme From "The Karate Kid Part II")” (Peter Cetera) and “Mad About You” (Belinda Carlisle)- In theaters
- Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives
1985
- #1 song
“Shout” by Tears For Fearsright behind it: “The Power Of Love” (Huey Lewis & The News) and “Never Surrender” (Corey Hart)- In theaters
- Back to the Future
- New games
- Gyromite
1984
- #1 song
“Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr.right behind it: “What's Love Got To Do With It” (Tina Turner) and “State of Shock” (The Jacksons)- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Red Dawn
1983
- #1 song
“Every Breath You Take” by The Policeright behind it: “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” (Eurythmics) and “She Works Hard For The Money” (Donna Summer)- Top album
Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- National Lampoon's Vacation
1982
- #1 song
“Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivorright behind it: “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar) and “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band)- In theaters
- Friday the 13th Part III
1981
- #1 song
“Endless Love” by Diana Ross & Lionel Richieright behind it: “Theme From "Greatest American Hero" (Believe It or Not)” (Joey Scarbury) and “I Don't Need You” (Kenny Rogers)- Top album
Precious Time by Pat Benataralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Raiders of the Lost Ark
1980
- #1 song
“Magic” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Sailing” (Christopher Cross) and “Take Your Time (Do It Right) Part 1” (The S.O.S. Band)- In theaters
- Dressed to Kill
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Good Times” by Chicright behind it: “My Sharona” (The Knack) and “The Main Event/Fight” (Barbra Streisand)- Top album
Get the Knack by The Knackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Amityville Horror
1978
- #1 song
“Three Times A Lady” by Commodoresright behind it: “Grease” (Frankie Valli) and “Last Dance” (Donna Summer)- In theaters
- Hooper
1977
- #1 song
“I Just Want To Be Your Everything” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “I'm In You” (Peter Frampton) and “Best Of My Love” (The Emotions)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
“Don't Go Breaking My Heart” by Elton John & Kiki Deeright behind it: “You Should Be Dancing” (Bee Gees) and “Let 'em In” (Wings)- Top album
Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Jive Talkin'” by Bee Geesright behind it: “One Of These Nights” (Eagles) and “Please Mr. Please” (Olivia Newton-John)- Top album
One of These Nights by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Night Chicago Died” by Paper Laceright behind it: “Feel Like Makin' Love” (Roberta Flack) and “(You're) Having My Baby” (Paul Anka with Odia Coates)- Top album
461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Claptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Touch Me In The Morning” by Diana Rossright behind it: “Live And Let Die” (Wings) and “Brother Louie” (Stories)- Top album
A Passion Play by Jethro Tullalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Alone Again (Naturally)” by Gilbert O'Sullivanright behind it: “Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)” (Looking Glass) and “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” (The Hollies)
1971
- #1 song
“How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Mr. Big Stuff” (Jean Knight) and “Take Me Home, Country Roads” (John Denver)
1970
- #1 song
“(They Long To Be) Close To You” by Carpentersright behind it: “Make It With You” (Bread) and “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours” (Stevie Wonder)- Top album
Blood, Sweat & Tears 3 by Blood, Sweat & Tearsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“In The Year 2525” by Zager & Evansright behind it: “Honky Tonk Women” (The Rolling Stones) and “Crystal Blue Persuasion” (Tommy James And The Shondells)- Top album
Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tearsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1968
- #1 song
“People Got To Be Free” by The Rascalsright behind it: “Hello, I Love You” (The Doors) and “Classical Gas” (Mason Williams)- Top album
Wheels of Fire by Creamalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“All You Need Is Love” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Light My Fire” (The Doors) and “Pleasant Valley Sunday” (The Monkees)- Top album
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonfulright behind it: “Lil' Red Riding Hood” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs) and “They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!” (Napoleon XIV)
1965
- #1 song
“I Got You Babe” by Sonny & Cherright behind it: “(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” (The Rolling Stones) and “Save Your Heart For Me” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys)
1964
- #1 song
“Everybody Loves Somebody” by Dean Martinright behind it: “Where Did Our Love Go” (The Supremes) and “A Hard Day's Night” (The Beatles)- Top album
A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“Fingertips - Pt 2” by Little Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Blowin' In The Wind” (Peter, Paul & Mary) and “(You're the) Devil In Disguise” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires)- Top album
Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1962
- #1 song
“Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “The Loco-Motion” (Little Eva) and “Roses Are Red (My Love)” (Bobby Vinton)
1961
- #1 song
“Tossin' And Turnin'” by Bobby Lewisright behind it: “I Like It Like That, Part 1” (Chris Kenner) and “Last Night” (Mar-Keys)
1960
- #1 song
“It's Now Or Never” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini” (Brian Hyland) and “I'm Sorry” (Brenda Lee)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
- “A Big Hunk O' Love” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “There Goes My Baby” (The Drifters) and “My Heart Is An Open Book” (Carl Dobkins, Jr.)
1958
- #1 song
“Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” by Domenico Modugnoright behind it: “Little Star” (The Elegants) and “My True Love” (Jack Scott)
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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