February 20
on this day, year by year
Here is February 20 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
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
- Avatar: The Last Airbender
- New games
- Balatro
2023
- #1 song
“Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Creepin'” (Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage)- In theaters
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
- On Netflix
- Outer Banks
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: “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals) and “Easy On Me” (Adele)- In theaters
- Uncharted
- On Netflix
- Inventing Anna
- Most read on Wikipedia
Anna Sorokin, Russian-born German fraudster (born 1991)
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
- Agatha Harkness, Marvel Comics fictional character
- First aired
- Vincenzo premieres
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
- Persona 5 Strikers
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
Karl Lagerfeld, German fashion designer (1933–2019)died February 19
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
Sylvester Stallone, American actor and filmmaker (born 1946)
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)- Top album
- I Decided. by Big Seanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- 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
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
- The Order: 1886 · Kirby and the Rainbow Curse
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
- Plague Inc: Evolved · Guilty Gear Xrd
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 “We Are Young” (fun. Featuring Janelle Monae)- In theaters
- Safe House
- New games
- Puzzle & Dragons
2011
- #1 song
“Born This Way” by Lady Gagaright behind it: “Firework” (Katy Perry) and “Grenade” (Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Unknown
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
- Madea Goes to Jail
- New games
- Sonic & Knuckles
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
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
- New games
- Sonic and the Secret Rings · Crackdown
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
- Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George by Jack Johnson & Friendsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Eight Below
- New games
- Fight Night Round 3
2005
- #1 song
“Let Me Love You” by Marioright behind it: “Candy Shop” (50 Cent Featuring Olivia) and “Boulevard Of Broken Dreams” (Green Day)- Top album
Seventeen Days by 3 Doors Downalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- 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
- Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade
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
- Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne
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
“I Knew I Loved You” by Savage Gardenright behind it: “Thank God I Found You” (Mariah Carey Featuring Joe & 98 Degrees) and “Amazed” (Lonestar)- Top album
Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube- 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
- The Empire Strikes Back
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
“Take A Bow” by Madonnaright behind it: “Creep” (TLC) 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: “The Sign” (Ace Of Base) and “Whatta Man” (Salt-N-Pepa Featuring En Vogue)
- Top album
Toni Braxton by Toni Braxtonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- On Deadly Ground
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: “To Be With You” (Mr. Big) and “I Love Your Smile” (Shanice)- In theaters
- Wayne's World
- New games
- Mega Man 3 · Track & Field · The Guardian Legend
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: “Lost In Your Eyes” (Debbie Gibson) and “Wild Thing” (Tone-Loc)
- 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
- New games
- Contra
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
“Jump” by Van Halenright behind it: “Karma Chameleon” (Culture Club) and “99 Luftballons” (Nena)- In theaters
- Footloose
1983
- #1 song
“Baby, Come To Me” by Patti Austin A Duet With James Ingramright behind it: “Shame On The Moon” (Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band) and “Stray Cat Strut” (Stray Cats)- 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
- Saturday Night Fever
1977
- #1 song
“New Kid In Town” by Eaglesright behind it: “Evergreen (Love Theme From "A Star Is Born")” (Barbra Streisand) and “Blinded By The Light” (Manfred Mann's Earth Band)- 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: “Hurting Each Other” (Carpenters) and “Precious And Few” (Climax)- 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- First aired
- Columbo premieres
1967
- #1 song
“Kind Of A Drag” by The Buckinghamsright behind it: “Love Is Here And Now You're Gone” (The Supremes) and “Ruby Tuesday” (The Rolling Stones)
1966
- #1 song
“These Boots Are Made For Walkin'” by Nancy Sinatraright behind it: “Lightnin' Strikes” (Lou Christie) and “The Ballad Of The Green Berets” (SSgt Barry Sadler)
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)
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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