August 28

on this day, year by year

Don't Tap the Glass (2025) album cover

F-1 Trillion (2024) album cover

Utopia (2023) album cover

Happier Than Ever (2021) album cover

Folklore (2020) album cover

So Much Fun (2019) album cover

Sweetener (2018) album cover

Rainbow (2017) album cover

Kill the Lights (2015) album cover

Crash My Party (2013) album cover

Based on a T.R.U. Story (2012) album cover

Recovery (2010) album cover

Twang (2009) album cover

A Little Bit Longer (2008) album cover

Back to Basics (2006) album cover

Most Wanted (2005) album cover

Here is August 28 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 28? 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: Weapons
On Netflix: My Life With the Walter Boys
New games: Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater · High on Life

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)
Top album: Utopia by Travis Scottalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gran Turismo
On Netflix: ONE PIECE

2022

#1 song: “As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “About Damn Time” (Lizzo) and “Bad Habit” (Steve Lacy)
Top album: Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunnyalso on Spotify, YouTube
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: Candyman
On Netflix: Clickbait

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: The New Mutants
New games: Wasteland 3 · Project CARS 3 · Punishing: Gray Raven

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
New games: Dead Cells

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: Sweetener by Ariana Grandealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Crazy Rich Asians
New games: Pro Evolution Soccer 2019 · Yakuza Kiwami 2 · Donut County

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 “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B)
Top album: Rainbow by Keshaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Hitman's Bodyguard
Most read on Wikipedia: Game of Thrones, Season of television series

2016

#1 song: “Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Cheap Thrills” (Sia Featuring Sean Paul) and “Cold Water” (Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO)
Top album: Suicide Squad: The Album by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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
Most read on Wikipedia: Galapagos shark, Species of shark
First aired: Narcos premieres
New games: Until Dawn

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
New games: Persona 4 Arena Ultimax · Hyperdimension Neptunia U: Action Unleashed

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
New games: Spelunky · Shelter

2012

#1 song: “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Whistle” (Flo Rida) and “Lights” (Ellie Goulding)
Top album: Based on a T.R.U. Story by 2 Chainzalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Expendables 2
New games: Guild Wars 2 · Psychonauts

2011

#1 song: “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Party Rock Anthem” (LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock) and “She Will” (Lil Wayne Featuring Drake)
Top album: Watch the Throne by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Help
New games: The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero

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: Takers

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: The Final Destination
New games: The Whispered World · Maji de Watashi ni Koi Shinasai!

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: Obscure II · Soulcalibur Legends · Gravity Bone

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: High School Musical 2 by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Superbad
New games: Warhawk · ESWAT: City Under Siege · Brunswick Pro Bowling

2006

#1 song: “London Bridge” by Fergieright behind it: “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)
Top album: Back to Basics by Christina Aguileraalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Invincible

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: Most Wanted by Hilary Duffalso 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: Hero

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: Jeepers Creepers 2
New games: Runaway: A Road Adventure

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

2001

#1 song: “Fallin'” by Alicia Keysright behind it: “I'm Real” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Rule) and “Someone To Call My Lover” (Janet)
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 “Jumpin', Jumpin'” (Destiny's Child)
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
New games: Tomba!

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: Quake · Gradius Gaiden

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)
Top album: Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Island of Dr. Moreau

1995

#1 song: “You Are Not Alone” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")” (Coolio Featuring L.V.) and “Kiss From A Rose” (Seal)
Top album: Dangerous Minds by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Mortal Kombat

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 “Wild Night” (John Mellencamp With Me'Shell Ndegeocello)
Top album: The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Natural Born Killers

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: Honeymoon in Vegas

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)
Top album: Metallica by Metallicaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hot Shots!

1990

#1 song: “If Wishes Came True” by Sweet Sensationright behind it: “Blaze Of Glory (From "Young Guns II")” (Jon Bon Jovi) and “Unskinny Bop” (Poison)
Top album: Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Darkman

the 1980s

1989

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

1988

#1 song: “Monkey” by George Michaelright behind it: “Sweet Child O' Mine” (Guns N' Roses) and “Simply Irresistible” (Robert Palmer)
Top album: Hysteria by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master
New games: Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

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
New games: Castlevania II: Simon's Quest

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: “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: “What's Love Got To Do With It” by Tina Turnerright behind it: “Missing You” (John Waite) and “Stuck On You” (Lionel Richie)
Top album: Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tightrope

1983

#1 song: “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” by Eurythmicsright behind it: “Maniac” (Michael Sembello) and “Every Breath You Take” (The Police)
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)
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: The Muppet Movie

1978

#1 song: “Grease” by Frankie Valliright behind it: “Three Times A Lady” (Commodores) and “Boogie Oogie Oogie” (A Taste Of Honey)
Top album: Grease by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Animal House

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: “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: “Let's Get It On” (Marvin Gaye) and “Delta Dawn” (Helen Reddy)
Top album: Chicago VI by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube

1972

#1 song: “Alone Again (Naturally)” by Gilbert O'Sullivanright behind it: “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” (The Hollies) and “I'm Still In Love With You” (Al Green)
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 “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 “Reflections” (Diana Ross & The Supremes)
Top album: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “Sunshine Superman” by Donovanright behind it: “Summer In The City” (The Lovin' Spoonful) and “See You In September” (The Happenings)
Top album: What Now My Love by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube

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: “Sheila” by Tommy Roeright behind it: “The Loco-Motion” (Little Eva) and “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” (Neil Sedaka)

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: “Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” by Domenico Modugnoright behind it: “Little Star” (The Elegants) 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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