February 18
on this day, year by year
Here is February 18 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
“Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamarright behind it: “Luther” (Kendrick Lamar & SZA) and “TV Off” (Kendrick Lamar Featuring Lefty Gunplay)- In theaters
- Captain America: Brave New World
- On Netflix
- American Murder: Gabby Petito
- New games
- Avowed
2024
- #1 song
“Lovin On Me” by Jack Harlowright behind it: “Texas Hold 'Em” (Beyonce) and “Carnival” (¥$: Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign)- Top album
- Vultures 1 by ¥$also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Bob Marley: One Love
- On Netflix
- One Day
2023
- #1 song
“Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen)- In theaters
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
- On Netflix
- You
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
- Uncharted
- On Netflix
- Inventing Anna
- New games
- Horizon Forbidden West
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
Rush Limbaugh, American political commentator (1951–2021)died February 17- New games
- Sorcerian · Nier Reincarnation
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 CongressU.S. President Donald Trump grants clemency to former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich for attempting to sell former president Barack Obama's Senate seat in 2008, and pardons…- New games
- Besiege
2019
- #1 song
- “7 Rings” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Break Up With Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored” (Ariana Grande) and “Thank U, Next” (Ariana Grande)
- Top album
- Thank U, Next by Ariana Grandealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Alita: Battle Angel
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Rheology, Study of the flow of matter, primarily in a fluid state
2018
- #1 song
“God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Perfect” (Ed Sheeran) and “Finesse” (Bruno Mars & Cardi B)- Top album
- Black Panther: The Album by Kendrick Lamaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Black Panther
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Black Panther, 2018 Marvel Studios film
- New games
- Crazy Climber
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
2016
- #1 song
“Pillowtalk” by Zaynright behind it: “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber) and “Sorry” (Justin Bieber)- In theaters
- Deadpool
- New games
- Plague Inc: Evolved · I am Setsuna · Attack on Titan
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
- New games
- Pokémon Shuffle · Disaster Report
2014
- #1 song
“Dark Horse” by Katy Perry Featuring Juicy Jright behind it: “Happy” (Pharrell Williams) and “Talk Dirty” (Jason Derulo Featuring 2 Chainz)- In theaters
- The Lego Movie
- New games
- Rayman Legends · Lego Marvel Super Heroes · Banished
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
- All That Echoes by Josh Grobanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- A Good Day to Die Hard
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
- Safe House
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
- Unknown
- New games
- Tiny Wings
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
- Shutter Island
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Crack A Bottle” by Eminem, Dr. Dre & 50 Centright behind it: “Heartless” (Kanye West) and “Just Dance” (Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donis)- 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)- Top album
- Sleep Through the Static by Jack Johnsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Jumper
- New games
- FIFA Street 3 · Final Fantasy IV: The After Years
2007
- #1 song
“Say It Right” by Nelly Furtadoright behind it: “Irreplaceable” (Beyonce) and “The Sweet Escape” (Gwen Stefani Featuring Akon)- Top album
- Infinity on High by Fall Out Boyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ghost Rider
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
- Eight Below
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
2004
- #1 song
“Slow Jamz” by Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Yeah!” (Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacris) and “The Way You Move” (OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown)- Top album
When the Sun Goes Down by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- 50 First Dates
- New games
- Pitfall: The Lost Expedition
2003
- #1 song
“All I Have” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring LL Cool Jright behind it: “In Da Club” (50 Cent) and “Mesmerize” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti)- Top album
Get Rich or Die Tryin' by 50 Centalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Daredevil
- New games
- The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time · Disaster Report
2002
- #1 song
“Always On Time” by Ja Rule Featuring Ashantiright behind it: “How You Remind Me” (Nickelback) and “U Got It Bad” (Usher)- In theaters
- John Q.
2001
- #1 song
“Stutter” by Joe Featuring Mystikalright behind it: “It Wasn't Me” (Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducent) and “Love Don't Cost A Thing” (Jennifer Lopez)- 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
- The Whole Nine Yards
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
- Payback
1998
- #1 song
“Nice & Slow” by Usherright behind it: “Together Again” (Janet) and “Truly Madly Deeply” (Savage Garden)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Titanic
1997
- #1 song
“Wannabe” by Spice Girlsright behind it: “Un-Break My Heart” (Toni Braxton) and “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” (Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase))- Top album
Tragic Kingdom by No Doubtalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Dante's Peak
1996
- #1 song
“One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Menright behind it: “Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Mary J. Blige) and “Missing” (Everything But The Girl)- 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
- The Brady Bunch Movie
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
- On Deadly Ground
- New games
- Cool Spot
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
- New games
- Battletoads · The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare · F-15 Strike Eagle
1992
- #1 song
“I'm Too Sexy” by Right Said Fredright behind it: “To Be With You” (Mr. Big) and “I Love Your Smile” (Shanice)- In theaters
- Wayne's World
1991
- #1 song
“All The Man That I Need” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” (C+C Music Factory) and “One More Try” (Timmy T.)- Top album
To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Silence of the Lambs
1990
- #1 song
“Opposites Attract” by Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair)right behind it: “Escapade” (Janet Jackson) and “Dangerous” (Roxette)- Top album
Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Driving Miss Daisy
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 'Burbs
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: “Keep Your Hands To Yourself” (The Georgia Satellites) and “Will You Still Love Me?” (Chicago)
- 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: “Kyrie” (Mr. Mister) and “When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going” (Billy Ocean)- In theaters
- Down and Out in Beverly Hills
1985
- #1 song
“Careless Whisper” by Wham! Featuring George Michaelright behind it: “Lover Boy” (Billy Ocean) 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
- Footloose
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
“9 To 5” by Dolly Partonright behind it: “I Love A Rainy Night” (Eddie Rabbitt) and “Celebration” (Kool & The Gang)- Top album
Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Fort Apache, The Bronx
1980
- #1 song
“Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queenright behind it: “Do That To Me One More Time” (Captain & Tennille) and “Yes, I'm Ready” (Teri DeSario With K.C.)- In theaters
- Cruising
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Fire” (The Pointer Sisters) 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: “Theme From S.W.A.T.” (Rhythm Heritage) and “You Sexy Thing” (Hot Chocolate)
1975
- #1 song
- “Pick Up The Pieces” by AWBright behind it: “Best Of My Love” (Eagles) and “Some Kind Of Wonderful” (Grand Funk)
1974
- #1 song
“The Way We Were” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “Seasons In The Sun” (Terry Jacks) and “Until You Come Back To Me (That's What I'm Gonna Do)” (Aretha Franklin)- Top album
Planet Waves by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Killing Me Softly With His Song” by Roberta Flackright behind it: “Dueling Banjos” (Deliverance/Eric Weissberg & Steve Mandell) and “Crocodile Rock” (Elton John)- 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: “Hey There Lonely Girl” (Eddie Holman) and “Bridge Over Troubled Water” (Simon & Garfunkel)
- 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 “Build Me Up Buttercup” (The Foundations)- 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: “(Theme From) Valley Of The Dolls” (Dionne Warwick) 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: “She Loves You” (The Beatles) and “Dawn (Go Away)” (The 4 Seasons)
1963
- #1 song
“Hey Paula” by Paul and Paularight behind it: “Ruby Baby” (Dion) and “Walk Like A Man” (The 4 Seasons)
1962
- #1 song
“Duke Of Earl” by Gene Chandlerright behind it: “The Wanderer” (Dion) and “Norman” (Sue Thompson)
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
“The Theme From "A Summer Place"” by Percy Faith And His Orchestraright behind it: “Teen Angel” (Mark Dinning) and “Handy Man” (Jimmy Jones)- In sports
- 1960 Winter Olympics
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Stagger Lee” by Lloyd Priceright behind it: “Donna” (Ritchie Valens) and “16 Candles” (The Crests)
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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