August 24

on this day, year by year

Don't Tap the Glass (2025) album cover

The Tortured Poets Department (2024) album cover

Utopia (2023) album cover

Happier Than Ever (2021) album cover

Folklore (2020) album cover

Astroworld (2018) album cover

Damn (2017) album cover

Kill the Lights (2015) album cover

The Civil Wars (2013) album cover

Recovery (2010) album cover

Twang (2009) album cover

A Little Bit Longer (2008) album cover

Port of Miami (2006) album cover

Chapter V (2005) album cover

Autobiography (2004) album cover

The Rising (2002) album cover

Here is August 24 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.

Born on August 24? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae)
Top album: Don't Tap the Glass by Tyler, the Creatoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: KPop Demon Hunters
On Netflix: Wednesday
Most read on Wikipedia: Lee Majors, American actor (born 1939)

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: The Accident

2023

#1 song: “Rich Men North Of Richmond” by Oliver Anthony Musicright behind it: “Fast Car” (Luke Combs) and “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen)
Top album: Utopia by Travis Scottalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gran Turismo
On Netflix: Who is Erin Carter?
Most read on Wikipedia: Vivek Ramaswamy, American entrepreneur and politician (born 1985)

2022

#1 song: “Super Freaky Girl” by Nicki Minajright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)
Top album: Beautiful Mind by Rod Wavealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero
On Netflix: Echoes

2021

#1 song: “Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieberright behind it: “Bad Habits” (Ed Sheeran) and “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo)
Top album: Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Free Guy
On Netflix: Clickbait
Most read on Wikipedia: Charlie Watts, British drummer (1941–2021)died August 24

2020

#1 song: “WAP” by Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallionright behind it: “Laugh Now Cry Later” (Drake Featuring Lil Durk) and “Rockstar” (DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricch)
Top album: Folklore by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Unhinged

2019

#1 song: “Bad Guy” by Billie Eilishright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Old Town Road” (Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrus)
Top album: We Are Not Your Kind by Slipknotalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Angel Has Fallen
Most read on Wikipedia: Arun Jaitley, Indian politician and attorney (1952–2019)died August 24

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: Crazy Rich Asians
New games: F1 2018

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: Damn by Kendrick Lamaralso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Hitman's Bodyguard

2016

#1 song: “Cheap Thrills” by Sia Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Cold Water” (Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO) and “This Is What You Came For” (Calvin Harris Featuring Rihanna)
Top album: Suicide Squad: The Album by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Suicide Squad

2015

#1 song: “Cheerleader” by OMIright behind it: “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd) and “Watch Me” (Silento)
Top album: Kill the Lights by Luke Bryanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Straight Outta Compton
Most read on Wikipedia: Duke Kahanamoku, Hawaiian surfer (1890–1968)

2014

#1 song: “Rude” by MAGIC!right behind it: “All About That Bass” (Meghan Trainor) and “Stay With Me” (Sam Smith)
Top album: Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol. 1 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Guardians of the Galaxy

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: The Civil Wars by The Civil Warsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Butler

2012

#1 song: “Whistle” by Flo Ridaright behind it: “Lights” (Ellie Goulding) and “Call Me Maybe” (Carly Rae Jepsen)
Top album: Now 43 by Various artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Expendables 2

2011

#1 song: “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Party Rock Anthem” (LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock) and “Moves Like Jagger” (Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguilera)
Top album: Watch the Throne by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Help

2010

#1 song: “Love The Way You Lie” by Eminem Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Dynamite” (Taio Cruz) and “California Gurls” (Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Dogg)
Top album: Recovery by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Expendables
New games: Mafia II · Harvest Moon DS: Grand Bazaar · Shank

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus) and “Run This Town” (Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West)
Top album: Twang by George Straitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Inglourious Basterds
New games: Metroid Prime · Metroid Prime 2: Echoes · Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back

2008

#1 song: “Disturbia” by Rihannaright behind it: “Crush” (David Archuleta) and “Forever” (Chris Brown)
Top album: A Little Bit Longer by Jonas Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tropic Thunder

2007

#1 song: “Beautiful Girls” by Sean Kingstonright behind it: “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie) and “The Way I Are” (Timbaland Featuring Keri Hilson)
Top album: UGK (Underground Kingz) by UGKalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Superbad

2006

#1 song: “London Bridge” by Fergieright behind it: “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)
Top album: Port of Miami by Rick Rossalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Invincible
New games: Rune Factory: A Fantasy Harvest Moon

2005

#1 song: “We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Don't Cha” (The Pussycat Dolls Featuring Busta Rhymes) and “Pon de Replay” (Rihanna)
Top album: Chapter V by Staindalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The 40-Year-Old Virgin

2004

#1 song: “Lean Back” by Terror Squadright behind it: “Sunshine” (Lil' Flip Featuring Lea) and “Goodies” (Ciara Featuring Petey Pablo)
Top album: Autobiography by Ashlee Simpsonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Exorcist: The Beginning

2003

#1 song: “Crazy In Love” by Beyonce Featuring Jay Zright behind it: “Right Thurr” (Chingy) and “Shake Ya Tailfeather” (Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Lee)
Top album: Greatest Hits Volume II and Some Other Stuff by Alan Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Freddy vs. Jason

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: Signs

2001

#1 song: “Fallin'” by Alicia Keysright behind it: “I'm Real” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Rule) and “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” (Eve Featuring Gwen Stefani)
Top album: Now That's What I Call Music! 7 by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: American Pie 2

2000

#1 song: “Doesn't Really Matter” by Janetright behind it: “Incomplete” (Sisqo) and “Bent” (matchbox twenty)
Top album: Country Grammar by Nellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Bring It On
New games: Grand Prix 3 · Pathways into Darkness

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Genie In A Bottle” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Bailamos” (Enrique Iglesias) and “Summer Girls” (LFO)
Top album: Millennium by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Sixth Sense

1998

#1 song: “The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “My Way” (Usher) and “The First Night” (Monica)
Top album: Da Game Is to Be Sold Not to Be Told by Snoop Doggalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Blade

1997

#1 song: “Mo Money Mo Problems” by The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Maseright behind it: “I'll Be Missing You” (Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112) and “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys)
Top album: No Way Out by Puff Daddy and the Familyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: G.I. Jane

1996

#1 song: “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis) and “Loungin” (LL Cool J)
Top album: Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Island of Dr. Moreau

1995

#1 song: “Kiss From A Rose” by Sealright behind it: “Waterfalls” (TLC) and “Boombastic/In The Summertime” (Shaggy)
Top album: Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Mortal Kombat
New games: Kirby's Dream Course

1994

#1 song: “I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” (Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories) and “Fantastic Voyage” (Coolio)
Top album: The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Forrest Gump

1993

#1 song: “Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")” by UB40right behind it: “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team) and “Dreamlover” (Mariah Carey)
Top album: River of Dreams by Billy Joelalso 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 “November Rain” (Guns N' Roses)
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: “It Ain't Over 'til It's Over” (Lenny Kravitz) and “Every Heartbeat” (Amy Grant)
Top album: Unforgettable... with Love by Natalie Colealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hot Shots!

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: Darkman
New games: Michael Jackson's Moonwalker

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “Right Here Waiting” by Richard Marxright behind it: “Cold Hearted” (Paula Abdul) and “Hangin' Tough” (New Kids On The Block)
Top album: Batman by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Uncle Buck

1988

#1 song: “Monkey” by George Michaelright behind it: “I Don't Wanna Go On With You Like That” (Elton John) and “I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love” (Chicago)
Top album: Tracy Chapman by Tracy Chapmanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master

1987

#1 song: “La Bamba” by Los Lobosright behind it: “Who's That Girl” (Madonna) and “Don't Mean Nothing” (Richard Marx)
Top album: Whitney by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Stakeout

1986

#1 song: “Higher Love” by Steve Winwoodright behind it: “Venus” (Bananarama) and “Papa Don't Preach” (Madonna)
Top album: True Blue by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fly

1985

#1 song: “The Power Of Love” by Huey Lewis & The Newsright behind it: “Shout” (Tears For Fears) and “Never Surrender” (Corey Hart)
Top album: Songs from the Big Chair by Tears for Fearsalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Back to the Future

1984

#1 song: “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr.right behind it: “What's Love Got To Do With It” (Tina Turner) and “Stuck On You” (Lionel Richie)
Top album: Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tightrope

1983

#1 song: “Every Breath You Take” by The Policeright behind it: “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” (Eurythmics) and “Maniac” (Michael Sembello)
Top album: Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Easy Money

1982

#1 song: “Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivorright behind it: “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar) and “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band)
Top album: Mirage by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

1981

#1 song: “Endless Love” by Diana Ross & Lionel Richieright behind it: “Slow Hand” (The Pointer Sisters) and “Theme From "Greatest American Hero" (Believe It or Not)” (Joey Scarbury)
Top album: 4 by Foreigneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Raiders of the Lost Ark

1980

#1 song: “Sailing” by Christopher Crossright behind it: “Upside Down” (Diana Ross) and “Magic” (Olivia Newton-John)
Top album: Emotional Rescue by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Smokey and the Bandit II

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “My Sharona” by The Knackright behind it: “Good Times” (Chic) and “The Main Event/Fight” (Barbra Streisand)
Top album: Get the Knack by The Knackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Star Wars

1978

#1 song: “Grease” by Frankie Valliright behind it: “Three Times A Lady” (Commodores) and “Miss You” (The Rolling Stones)
Top album: Grease by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hooper

1977

#1 song: “Best Of My Love” by The Emotionsright behind it: “I Just Want To Be Your Everything” (Andy Gibb) and “(your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher And Higher” (Rita Coolidge)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
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: “Get Down Tonight” by KC And The Sunshine Bandright behind it: “Fallin' In Love” (Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds) and “Rhinestone Cowboy” (Glen Campbell)
Top album: Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube

1974

#1 song: “(You're) Having My Baby” by Paul Anka with Odia Coatesright behind it: “The Night Chicago Died” (Paper Lace) and “Tell Me Something Good” (Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan)
Top album: 461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Claptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “Brother Louie” by Storiesright behind it: “Live And Let Die” (Wings) and “Touch Me In The Morning” (Diana Ross)
Top album: Chicago VI by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube

1972

#1 song: “Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)” by Looking Glassright behind it: “Alone Again (Naturally)” (Gilbert O'Sullivan) and “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” (The Hollies)
Top album: Chicago V by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “How Can You Mend A Broken Heart” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Take Me Home, Country Roads” (John Denver) and “Signs” (Five Man Electrical Band)
Top album: Tapestry by Carole Kingalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “War” by Edwin Starrright behind it: “Make It With You” (Bread) and “(They Long To Be) Close To You” (Carpenters)
Top album: Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Honky Tonk Women” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “A Boy Named Sue” (Johnny Cash) and “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies)
Top album: Johnny Cash at San Quentin by Johnny Cashalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1968

#1 song: “People Got To Be Free” by The Rascalsright behind it: “Born To Be Wild” (Steppenwolf) and “Hello, I Love You” (The Doors)
Top album: Wheels of Fire by Creamalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “Ode To Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentryright behind it: “All You Need Is Love” (The Beatles) 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: “Sunny” (Bobby Hebb) and “See You In September” (The Happenings)
Top album: Yesterday and Today by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “I Got You Babe” by Sonny & Cherright behind it: “Help!” (The Beatles) and “California Girls” (The Beach Boys)
Top album: Out of Our Heads by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1964

#1 song: “Where Did Our Love Go” by The Supremesright behind it: “House Of The Rising Sun” (The Animals) and “Everybody Loves Somebody” (Dean Martin)
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: “Hello Mudduh, Hello Fadduh! (A Letter From Camp)” (Allan Sherman) and “Candy Girl” (The 4 Seasons)
Top album: Recorded Live: The 12 Year Old Genius by Little Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1962

#1 song: “The Loco-Motion” by Little Evaright behind it: “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” (Neil Sedaka) and “Things” (Bobby Darin)

1961

#1 song: “Wooden Heart” by Joe Dowellright behind it: “Tossin' And Turnin'” (Bobby Lewis) and “Michael” (The Highwaymen)

1960

#1 song: “It's Now Or Never” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Walk -- Don't Run” (The Ventures) and “The Twist” (Chubby Checker)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “The Three Bells” by The Brownsright behind it: “Sea Of Love” (Phil Phillips With The Twilights) and “Lavender-Blue” (Sammy Turner)

1958

#1 song: “Little Star” by The Elegantsright behind it: “Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” (Domenico Modugno) and “Bird Dog” (The Everly Brothers)

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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