February 14
on this day, year by year
Here is February 14 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.
2025
- #1 song
“Die With A Smile” by Lady Gaga & Bruno Marsright behind it: “I'm The Problem” (Morgan Wallen) and “Luther” (Kendrick Lamar & SZA)- Top album
- Hurry Up Tomorrow by The Weekndalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Captain America: Brave New World
- On Netflix
- The Åre Murders
- Most read on Wikipedia
Valentine's Day, Holiday observed on February 14- New games
- Tomb Raider IV–VI Remastered
2024
- #1 song
“Lovin On Me” by Jack Harlowright behind it: “Lose Control” (Teddy Swims) and “Beautiful Things” (Benson Boone)- Top album
- 35 Biggest Hits by Toby Keithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Argylle
- On Netflix
- One Day
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Valentine's Day, Holiday observed on February 14
2023
- #1 song
“Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen)- In theaters
- Magic Mike's Last Dance
- On Netflix
- You
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Valentine's Day, Holiday observed on February 14
2022
- #1 song
“We Don't Talk About Bruno” by Carolina Gaitan, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero, Stephanie Beatriz & Encanto Castright behind it: “Do We Have A Problem?” (Nicki Minaj X Lil Baby) and “Easy On Me” (Adele)- In theaters
- Death on the Nile
- On Netflix
- Inventing Anna
- Most read on Wikipedia
Dr. Dre, American rapper (born 1965)
2021
- #1 song
“Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigoright behind it: “Up” (Cardi B) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)- Top album
- Dangerous: The Double Album by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Croods: A New Age
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Valentine's Day, Holiday observed on February 14
2020
- #1 song
- “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Circles” (Post Malone)
- In theaters
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- Most read on Wikipedia
United States Senate, Upper house of the US Congress- New games
- Dreams
2019
- #1 song
“7 Rings” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Happier” (Marshmello & Bastille) and “Without Me” (Halsey)- Top album
- Hoodie SZN by A Boogie wit da Hoodiealso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Alita: Battle Angel
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Grover, Sesame Street character
- New games
- Jump Force
2018
- #1 song
“God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Perfect” (Ed Sheeran) and “Finesse” (Bruno Mars & Cardi B)- In theaters
- Fifty Shades Freed
- Most read on Wikipedia
Shaun White, American snowboarder and skateboarder (born 1986)- New games
- Florence
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “Bad And Boujee” (Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vert) and “I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)” (Zayn / Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- The Lego Batman Movie
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Valentine's Day, Holiday observed on February 14
- New games
- For Honor · Sniper Elite 4
2016
- #1 song
“Pillowtalk” by Zaynright behind it: “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber) and “Sorry” (Justin Bieber)- In theaters
- Deadpool
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Valentine's Day, Holiday observed on February 14
2015
- #1 song
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran) and “Take Me To Church” (Hozier)- In theaters
- Fifty Shades of Grey
2014
- #1 song
“Dark Horse” by Katy Perry Featuring Juicy Jright behind it: “Drunk In Love” (Beyonce Featuring Jay Z) and “Timber” (Pitbull Featuring Ke$ha)- In theaters
- The Lego Movie
2013
- #1 song
“Thrift Shop” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanzright behind it: “Locked Out Of Heaven” (Bruno Mars) and “Scream & Shout” (will.i.am & Britney Spears)- Top album
- Believe Acoustic by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- A Good Day to Die Hard
- New games
- Half-Life
2012
- #1 song
“Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)” by Kelly Clarksonright behind it: “Set Fire To The Rain” (Adele) and “Good Feeling” (Flo Rida)- In theaters
- The Vow
- New games
- Crusader Kings II · Dear Esther · Tekken 3D: Prime Edition
2011
- #1 song
“Black And Yellow” by Wiz Khalifaright behind it: “Grenade” (Bruno Mars) and “Firework” (Katy Perry)- Top album
- Pink Friday by Nicki Minajalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Just Go with It
2010
- #1 song
- “TiK ToK” by Ke$haright behind it: “Imma Be” (The Black Eyed Peas) and “Need You Now” (Lady Antebellum)
- Top album
- Need You Now by Lady Aalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Valentine's Day
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“My Life Would Suck Without You” by Kelly Clarksonright behind it: “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” (Beyonce) and “Heartless” (Kanye West)- Top album
- Working on a Dream by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Friday the 13th
2008
- #1 song
“Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Painright behind it: “With You” (Chris Brown) and “Don't Stop The Music” (Rihanna)- In theaters
- Jumper
2007
- #1 song
“Irreplaceable” by Beyonceright behind it: “Say It Right” (Nelly Furtado) and “This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race” (Fall Out Boy)- Top album
- Not Too Late by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Norbit
- New games
- Ōkami · Alice in the Country of Hearts · Everybody Votes Channel
2006
- #1 song
“Check On It” by Beyonce Featuring Slim Thugright behind it: “You're Beautiful” (James Blunt) and “Grillz” (Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gipp)- Top album
The Greatest Songs of the Fifties by Barry Manilowalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Pink Panther
- New games
- Age of Empires: The Age of Kings · Granado Espada
2005
- #1 song
“Let Me Love You” by Marioright behind it: “1, 2 Step” (Ciara Featuring Missy Elliott) and “Boulevard Of Broken Dreams” (Green Day)- Top album
The Documentary by The Gamealso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Hitch
- Launched
- YouTube
- New games
- WarioWare: Touched!
2004
- #1 song
“The Way You Move” by OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brownright behind it: “Slow Jamz” (Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx) and “Hey Ya!” (OutKast)- In theaters
- 50 First Dates
- New games
- Super Mario Bros. · Excitebike
2003
- #1 song
“All I Have” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring LL Cool Jright behind it: “Mesmerize” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti) and “Bump, Bump, Bump” (B2K & P. Diddy)- In theaters
- Daredevil
- New games
- Metroid Fusion · Final Fantasy Tactics Advance · Daredevil
2002
- #1 song
“U Got It Bad” by Usherright behind it: “How You Remind Me” (Nickelback) and “Always On Time” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti)- In theaters
- John Q.
- New games
- Age of Empires II · Space Channel 5: Part 2
2001
- #1 song
“Ms. Jackson” by OutKastright behind it: “Stutter” (Joe Featuring Mystikal) and “It Wasn't Me” (Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducent)- In theaters
- Hannibal
2000
- #1 song
“Thank God I Found You” by Mariah Carey Featuring Joe & 98 Degreesright behind it: “I Knew I Loved You” (Savage Garden) and “What A Girl Wants” (Christina Aguilera)- In theaters
- Scream 3
- New games
- Ridge Racer 64
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Angel Of Mine” by Monicaright behind it: “...Baby One More Time” (Britney Spears) and “Believe” (Cher)- Top album
…Baby One More Time by Britney Spearsalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Message in a Bottle
1998
- #1 song
“Nice & Slow” by Usherright behind it: “Together Again” (Janet) and “How Do I Live” (LeAnn Rimes)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Titanic
1997
- #1 song
“Un-Break My Heart” by Toni Braxtonright behind it: “Wannabe” (Spice Girls) and “Don't Let Go (Love)” (En Vogue)- In theaters
- Dante's Peak
1996
- #1 song
“One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Menright behind it: “Missing” (Everything But The Girl) and “Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Whitney Houston)- In theaters
- Broken Arrow
1995
- #1 song
“Creep” by TLCright behind it: “Take A Bow” (Madonna) and “On Bended Knee” (Boyz II Men)- In theaters
- Billy Madison
1994
- #1 song
- “The Power Of Love” by Celine Dionright behind it: “All For Love” (Bryan Adams/Rod Stewart/Sting) and “The Sign” (Ace Of Base)
- Top album
Kickin' It Up by John Michael Montgomeryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
1993
- #1 song
- “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme)” (Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle) and “Ordinary World” (Duran Duran)
- Top album
The Bodyguard by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Groundhog Day
1992
- #1 song
“I'm Too Sexy” by Right Said Fredright behind it: “I Love Your Smile” (Shanice) and “Diamonds And Pearls” (Prince And The N.P.G.)- In theaters
- Wayne's World
- New games
- Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes
1991
- #1 song
“Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” by C+C Music Factoryright behind it: “All The Man That I Need” (Whitney Houston) and “One More Try” (Timmy T.)- Top album
To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Sleeping with the Enemy
- New games
- Lemmings
1990
- #1 song
“Opposites Attract” by Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair)right behind it: “Two To Make It Right” (Seduction) and “Escapade” (Janet Jackson)- Top album
Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Hard to Kill
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
- “Straight Up” by Paula Abdulright behind it: “Wild Thing” (Tone-Loc) and “Born To Be My Baby” (Bon Jovi)
- In theaters
- The Fly II
1988
- #1 song
“Seasons Change” by Exposeright behind it: “What Have I Done To Deserve This?” (Pet Shop Boys & Dusty Springfield) and “Could've Been” (Tiffany)- In theaters
- Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
- #1 song
- “Livin' On A Prayer” by Bon Joviright behind it: “Open Your Heart” (Madonna) and “Change Of Heart” (Cyndi Lauper)
- Top album
Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Platoon
1986
- #1 song
“How Will I Know” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going” (Billy Ocean) and “Burning Heart” (Survivor)- In theaters
- Down and Out in Beverly Hills
1985
- #1 song
“Careless Whisper” by Wham! Featuring George Michaelright behind it: “I Want To Know What Love Is” (Foreigner) and “Easy Lover” (Philip Bailey With Phil Collins)- Top album
Like a Virgin by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Cop
1984
- #1 song
“Karma Chameleon” by Culture Clubright behind it: “Jump” (Van Halen) and “Joanna” (Kool & The Gang)- In theaters
- Unfaithfully Yours
1983
- #1 song
“Baby, Come To Me” by Patti Austin A Duet With James Ingramright behind it: “Down Under” (Men At Work) and “Shame On The Moon” (Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band)- Top album
Business as Usual by Men at Workalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tootsie
1982
- #1 song
“Centerfold” by The J. Geils Bandright behind it: “I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)” (Daryl Hall John Oates) and “Harden My Heart” (Quarterflash)- Top album
Freeze Frame by The J. Geils Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- On Golden Pond
1981
- #1 song
“Celebration” by Kool & The Gangright behind it: “9 To 5” (Dolly Parton) and “I Love A Rainy Night” (Eddie Rabbitt)- Top album
Double Fantasy by John Lennonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Fort Apache, The Bronx
1980
- #1 song
“Do That To Me One More Time” by Captain & Tennilleright behind it: “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” (Queen) and “Coward Of The County” (Kenny Rogers)- In theaters
- American Gigolo
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Y.M.C.A.” (Village People) and “A Little More Love” (Olivia Newton-John)- Top album
Blondes Have More Fun by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Warriors
1978
- #1 song
“Stayin' Alive” by Bee Geesright behind it: “(Love Is) Thicker Than Water” (Andy Gibb) and “Just The Way You Are” (Billy Joel)- In theaters
- The Betsy
1977
- #1 song
“Blinded By The Light” by Manfred Mann's Earth Bandright behind it: “New Kid In Town” (Eagles) and “Torn Between Two Lovers” (Mary Macgregor)- Top album
A Star Is Born by Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rocky
1976
- #1 song
“50 Ways To Leave Your Lover” by Paul Simonright behind it: “Love To Love You Baby” (Donna Summer) and “You Sexy Thing” (Hot Chocolate)
1975
- #1 song
- “You're No Good” by Linda Ronstadtright behind it: “Pick Up The Pieces” (AWB) and “Best Of My Love” (Eagles)
- Top album
Heart Like a Wheel by Linda Ronstadtalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Way We Were” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “Love's Theme” (Love Unlimited Orchestra) and “You're Sixteen” (Ringo Starr)- Top album
Planet Waves by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Crocodile Rock” by Elton Johnright behind it: “You're So Vain” (Carly Simon) and “Oh, Babe, What Would You Say?” (Hurricane Smith)- Top album
The World Is a Ghetto by Waralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Without You” by Nilssonright behind it: “Let's Stay Together” (Al Green) and “Hurting Each Other” (Carpenters)- Top album
American Pie by Don McLeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
“One Bad Apple” by The Osmondsright behind it: “Knock Three Times” (Dawn) and “Rose Garden” (Lynn Anderson)- Top album
Jesus Christ Superstar by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
- “Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin/Everybody Is A Star” by Sly & The Family Stoneright behind it: “I Want You Back” (Jackson 5) and “Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head” (B.J. Thomas)
- Top album
Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Everyday People” by Sly & The Family Stoneright behind it: “Crimson And Clover” (Tommy James And The Shondells) and “Touch Me” (The Doors)- Top album
The Beatles (The White Album) by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube
1968
- #1 song
- “Love Is Blue (L'amour Est Bleu)” by Paul Mauriat And His Orchestraright behind it: “Green Tambourine” (The Lemon Pipers) and “Spooky” (Classics IV)
- Top album
Magical Mystery Tour by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“Kind Of A Drag” by The Buckinghamsright behind it: “I'm A Believer” (The Monkees) and “Ruby Tuesday” (The Rolling Stones)
1966
- #1 song
“Lightnin' Strikes” by Lou Christieright behind it: “These Boots Are Made For Walkin'” (Nancy Sinatra) and “Uptight (Everything's Alright)” (Stevie Wonder)
1965
- #1 song
“This Diamond Ring” by Gary Lewis And The Playboysright behind it: “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” (The Righteous Brothers) and “Downtown” (Petula Clark)
1964
- #1 song
“I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatlesright behind it: “You Don't Own Me” (Lesley Gore) and “She Loves You” (The Beatles)
1963
- #1 song
“Hey Paula” by Paul and Paularight behind it: “Walk Right In” (The Rooftop Singers) and “Walk Like A Man” (The 4 Seasons)
1962
- #1 song
“Duke Of Earl” by Gene Chandlerright behind it: “Peppermint Twist - Part I” (Joey Dee & the Starliters) and “The Twist” (Chubby Checker)
1961
- #1 song
“Calcutta” by Lawrence Welk And His Orchestraright behind it: “Shop Around” (The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson)) and “Will You Love Me Tomorrow” (The Shirelles)
1960
- #1 song
“Teen Angel” by Mark Dinningright behind it: “Running Bear” (Johnny Preston) and “Handy Man” (Jimmy Jones)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Stagger Lee” by Lloyd Priceright behind it: “16 Candles” (The Crests) and “Donna” (Ritchie Valens)
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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