August 25
on this day, year by year
Here is August 25 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 “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
- My Life With the Walter Boys
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen) and “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars)- Top album
- F-1 Trillion by Post Malonealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- 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)- In theaters
- Gran Turismo
- On Netflix
- Who is Erin Carter?
- Most read on Wikipedia
Bray Wyatt, American professional wrestler (1987–2023)died August 24- New games
- Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon
2022
- #1 song
“Super Freaky Girl” by Nicki Minajright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)- In theaters
- The Invitation
- 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- New games
- Psychonauts 2
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)- In theaters
- Unhinged
- Most read on Wikipedia
Kimberly Guilfoyle, American diplomat (born 1969)
2019
- #1 song
- “Senorita” by Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabelloright behind it: “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish) and “Truth Hurts” (Lizzo)
- Top album
- So Much Fun by Young Thugalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Angel Has Fallen
- Most read on Wikipedia
Andrew Luck, American football player and executive (born 1989)
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
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)- In theaters
- The Hitman's Bodyguard
- Most read on Wikipedia
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- F1 2017
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)- In theaters
- Don't Breathe
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
- New games
- Until Dawn · VVVVVV · Amnesia
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: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “We Can't Stop” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- Crash My Party by Luke Bryanalso 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)- 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)- 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)
- In theaters
- The Expendables
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)- In theaters
- Inglourious Basterds
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
- New games
- Mario Super Sluggers · Silent Hill: Orphan
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)- 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
- Reservoir Dogs
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)- In theaters
- The 40-Year-Old Virgin
- New games
- Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow · Tales of Legendia · Lost in Blue
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
- New games
- Test Drive: Eve of Destruction
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
- In space
- Spitzer Space Telescope launches
2002
- #1 song
- “Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Hot In Herre” (Nelly) and “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne)
- Top album
Nellyville by Nellyalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Signs
- New games
- Super Mario Sunshine · Super Monkey Ball 2
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)- 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
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
- New games
- GoldenEye 007 · Dragon Ball GT: Final Bout
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis) and “Hit Me Off” (New Edition)
- In theaters
- The Island of Dr. Moreau
- New games
- Quake
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
- Justice League Task Force
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
- Natural Born Killers
- New games
- The King of Fighters '94 · Pinball Dreams · Ecco: The Tides of Time
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: “Fading Like A Flower (Every Time You Leave)” (Roxette) and “It Ain't Over 'til It's Over” (Lenny Kravitz)- 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)- In theaters
- Uncle Buck
- New games
- RoboCop
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)- In theaters
- Stakeout
1986
- #1 song
“Higher Love” by Steve Winwoodright behind it: “Venus” (Bananarama) and “Papa Don't Preach” (Madonna)- In theaters
- The Fly
1985
- #1 song
“The Power Of Love” by Huey Lewis & The Newsright behind it: “St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion)” (John Parr) and “Freeway Of Love” (Aretha Franklin)- Top album
Brothers in Arms by Dire Straitsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- 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
- Mr. Mom
1982
- #1 song
“Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivorright behind it: “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar) and “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band)- 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)- 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)- 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)- 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)- 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: “I Shot The Sheriff” (Eric Clapton) 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)
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)
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)
1968
- #1 song
“People Got To Be Free” by The Rascalsright behind it: “Born To Be Wild” (Steppenwolf) and “Light My Fire” (Jose Feliciano)- 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)
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
“My Boyfriend's Back” by The Angelsright behind it: “Hello Mudduh, Hello Fadduh! (A Letter From Camp)” (Allan Sherman) and “Fingertips - Pt 2” (Little Stevie Wonder)- Top album
My Son, the Nut by Allan Shermanalso 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 “Sleep Walk” (Santo & Johnny)
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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