February 5
on this day, year by year
Here is February 5 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
“4X4” by Travis Scottright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “APT.” (ROSE & Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Dog Man
- On Netflix
- The Night Agent
2024
- #1 song
“Hiss” by Megan Thee Stallionright behind it: “Lovin On Me” (Jack Harlow) and “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Argylle
- On Netflix
- Griselda
- Most read on Wikipedia
Tracy Chapman, American singer-songwriter (born 1964)
2023
- #1 song
“Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Creepin'” (Metro Boomin, The Weeknd & 21 Savage)- Top album
- The Name Chapter: Temptation by Tomorrow X Togetheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Knock at the Cabin
- On Netflix
- The Snow Girl
- Award night
- 65th Annual Grammy Awards: Harry's House wins Album of the Year
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: “Easy On Me” (Adele) and “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals)- In theaters
- Jackass Forever
- On Netflix
- All of Us Are Dead
2021
- #1 song
“Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigoright behind it: “Mood” (24kGoldn Featuring iann dior) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)- Top album
- Dangerous: The Double Album by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Little Things
- Most read on Wikipedia
Christopher Plummer, Canadian actor (1929–2021)died February 5- New games
- Nioh 2
2020
- #1 song
“The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Circles” (Post Malone)- In theaters
- Bad Boys for Life
- Most read on Wikipedia
Rush Limbaugh, American political commentator (1951–2021)- New games
- Summer Pockets
2019
- #1 song
“7 Rings” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Without Me” (Halsey) and “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” (Post Malone & Swae Lee)- In theaters
- Glass
- Most read on Wikipedia
21 Savage, British rapper (born 1992)
2018
- #1 song
“God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Perfect” (Ed Sheeran) and “Finesse” (Bruno Mars & Cardi B)- Top album
- Culture II by Migosalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
- Most read on Wikipedia
Nick Foles, American football player (born 1989)- New games
- Florence
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Bad And Boujee” by Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vertright behind it: “Shape Of You” (Ed Sheeran) and “Closer” (The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey)- In theaters
- Split
- In sports
- Super Bowl LI: New England Patriotshalftime show: Lady Gaga
- New games
- Mobius Final Fantasy
2016
- #1 song
“Sorry” by Justin Bieberright behind it: “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber) and “Hello” (Adele)- In theaters
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- New games
- XCOM 2 · Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth
2015
- #1 song
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran) and “Take Me To Church” (Hozier)- Top album
- American Beauty/American Psycho by Fall Out Boyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water
- New games
- Shantae and the Pirate's Curse · Cities XXL
2014
- #1 song
“Dark Horse” by Katy Perry Featuring Juicy Jright behind it: “Timber” (Pitbull Featuring Ke$ha) and “Counting Stars” (OneRepublic)- In theaters
- Ride Along
- New games
- Outlast · Retro City Rampage
2013
- #1 song
“Thrift Shop” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanzright behind it: “Locked Out Of Heaven” (Bruno Mars) and “Ho Hey” (The Lumineers)- Top album
- Set You Free by Gary Allanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Warm Bodies
- New games
- Dead Space 3 · Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time
2012
- #1 song
- “Set Fire To The Rain” by Adeleright behind it: “Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)” (Kelly Clarkson) and “We Found Love” (Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harris)
- In theaters
- Chronicle
- First aired
- Smile PreCure! premieres
- In sports
- Super Bowl XLVI: New York Giantshalftime show: Madonna
- New games
- Counter-Strike: Source
2011
- #1 song
“Grenade” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Firework” (Katy Perry) and “Black And Yellow” (Wiz Khalifa)- Top album
- The King Is Dead by The Decemberistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Roommate
2010
- #1 song
“TiK ToK” by Ke$haright behind it: “Today Was A Fairytale” (Taylor Swift) and “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga)- In theaters
- Dear John
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“My Life Would Suck Without You” by Kelly Clarksonright behind it: “Just Dance” (Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donis) and “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” (Beyonce)- In theaters
- He's Just Not That Into You
2008
- #1 song
“Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Painright behind it: “No One” (Alicia Keys) and “With You” (Chris Brown)- New games
- Assassin's Creed: Altaïr's Chronicles · Turok
2007
- #1 song
“Irreplaceable” by Beyonceright behind it: “This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race” (Fall Out Boy) and “Say It Right” (Nelly Furtado)- Top album
- Late Night Special by Pretty Rickyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Messengers
- New games
- Super Mario World · Diddy Kong Racing DS
2006
- #1 song
“Check On It” by Beyonce Featuring Slim Thugright behind it: “Grillz” (Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gipp) and “Be Without You” (Mary J. Blige)- In theaters
- When a Stranger Calls
- In sports
- Super Bowl XL: Pittsburgh Steelers
2005
- #1 song
“Let Me Love You” by Marioright behind it: “1, 2 Step” (Ciara Featuring Missy Elliott) and “Lovers And Friends” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Usher & Ludacris)- Top album
- The Documentary by The Gamealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Boogeyman
2004
- #1 song
- “Hey Ya!” by OutKastright behind it: “The Way You Move” (OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown) and “Slow Jamz” (Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx)
- Top album
- Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKastalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Barbershop 2: Back in Business
2003
- #1 song
“All I Have” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring LL Cool Jright behind it: “Bump, Bump, Bump” (B2K & P. Diddy) and “Beautiful” (Christina Aguilera)- Top album
- Come Away with Me by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Recruit
- New games
- American Conquest
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
- Black Hawk Down
- New games
- Serious Sam: The Second Encounter
2001
- #1 song
“It Wasn't Me” by Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducentright behind it: “Ms. Jackson” (OutKast) and “Independent Women Part I” (Destiny's Child)- In theaters
- The Wedding Planner
- New games
- Paper Mario
2000
- #1 song
“I Knew I Loved You” by Savage Gardenright behind it: “What A Girl Wants” (Christina Aguilera) and “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas)- Top album
Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Scream 3
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“...Baby One More Time” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Angel Of Mine” (Monica) and “Have You Ever?” (Brandy)- In theaters
- Payback
- New games
- Harvest Moon 64
1998
- #1 song
“Together Again” by Janetright behind it: “Nice & Slow” (Usher) 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: “Don't Let Go (Love)” (En Vogue) and “I Believe I Can Fly (From "Space Jam")” (R. Kelly)- Top album
Tragic Kingdom by No Doubtalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Star Wars
1996
- #1 song
“One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Menright behind it: “Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Whitney Houston) and “Missing” (Everything But The Girl)- In theaters
- Black Sheep
1995
- #1 song
“Creep” by TLCright behind it: “On Bended Knee” (Boyz II Men) and “Another Night” (Real McCoy)- In theaters
- Legends of the Fall
1994
- #1 song
“All For Love” by Bryan Adams/Rod Stewart/Stingright behind it: “Hero” (Mariah Carey) and “The Power Of Love” (Celine Dion)- In theaters
- Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
1993
- #1 song
- “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “If I Ever Fall In Love” (Shai) and “A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme)” (Peabo Bryson & Regina Belle)
- Top album
The Bodyguard by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Loaded Weapon 1
1992
- #1 song
“I'm Too Sexy” by Right Said Fredright behind it: “I Love Your Smile” (Shanice) and “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” (George Michael/Elton John)- In theaters
- The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
1991
- #1 song
“Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” by C+C Music Factoryright behind it: “The First Time” (Surface) and “All The Man That I Need” (Whitney Houston)- Top album
To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Home Alone
1990
- #1 song
“Opposites Attract” by Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair)right behind it: “Two To Make It Right” (Seduction) and “Downtown Train” (Rod Stewart)- 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: “When I'm With You” (Sheriff) and “Wild Thing” (Tone-Loc)
- In theaters
- Three Fugitives
1988
- #1 song
“Could've Been” by Tiffanyright behind it: “Hazy Shade Of Winter” (The Bangles) and “Need You Tonight” (INXS)- In theaters
- Good Morning, Vietnam
- New games
- The Guardian Legend · Yōkai Dochuki
1987
- #1 song
“Open Your Heart” by Madonnaright behind it: “At This Moment” (Billy Vera & The Beaters) and “Livin' On A Prayer” (Bon Jovi)- Top album
Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Platoon
1986
- #1 song
- “That's What Friends Are For” by Dionne & Friendsright behind it: “Burning Heart” (Survivor) and “I'm Your Man” (Wham!)
- Top album
The Broadway Album by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Down and Out in Beverly Hills
1985
- #1 song
“I Want To Know What Love Is” by Foreignerright behind it: “Easy Lover” (Philip Bailey With Phil Collins) and “Careless Whisper” (Wham! Featuring George Michael)- 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: “Joanna” (Kool & The Gang) and “Talking In Your Sleep” (The Romantics)- In theaters
- Terms of Endearment
1983
- #1 song
“Africa” by Totoright behind it: “Down Under” (Men At Work) and “Sexual Healing” (Marvin Gaye)- 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 “Waiting For A Girl Like You” (Foreigner)- 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: “The Tide Is High” (Blondie) 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
“Rock With You” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Do That To Me One More Time” (Captain & Tennille) and “Coward Of The County” (Kenny Rogers)- In theaters
- The Silent Scream
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Y.M.C.A.” (Village People) and “Le Freak” (Chic)- Top album
Blondes Have More Fun by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Superman
1978
- #1 song
“Stayin' Alive” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Short People” (Randy Newman) and “(Love Is) Thicker Than Water” (Andy Gibb)- In theaters
- The One and Only
1977
- #1 song
“Torn Between Two Lovers” by Mary Macgregorright behind it: “Car Wash” (Rose Royce) and “Dazz” (Brick)- Top album
Hotel California by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube- 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
- “Fire” by Ohio Playersright behind it: “You're No Good” (Linda Ronstadt) and “Boogie On Reggae Woman” (Stevie Wonder)
1974
- #1 song
“Love's Theme” by Love Unlimited Orchestraright behind it: “The Way We Were” (Barbra Streisand) and “You're Sixteen” (Ringo Starr)- Top album
You Don't Mess Around with Jim by Jim Crocealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Crocodile Rock” by Elton Johnright behind it: “You're So Vain” (Carly Simon) and “Why Can't We Live Together” (Timmy Thomas)- Top album
No Secrets by Carly Simonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
- “American Pie (Parts I & II)” by Don McLeanright behind it: “Let's Stay Together” (Al Green) and “Brand New Key” (Melanie)
- Top album
American Pie by Don McLeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
“Knock Three Times” by Dawnright behind it: “One Bad Apple” (The Osmonds) and “My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity” (George Harrison)- Top album
All Things Must Pass by George Harrisonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“Venus” by The Shocking Blueright 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
“Crimson And Clover” by Tommy James And The Shondellsright behind it: “Everyday People” (Sly & The Family Stone) and “Worst That Could Happen” (Brooklyn Bridge)
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
“I'm A Believer” by The Monkeesright behind it: “Georgy Girl” (The Seekers) and “Kind Of A Drag” (The Buckinghams)
1966
- #1 song
“My Love” by Petula Clarkright behind it: “Barbara Ann” (The Beach Boys) and “No Matter What Shape (Your Stomach's In)” (The T-Bones)- Top album
Rubber Soul by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
“You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” by The Righteous Brothersright behind it: “Downtown” (Petula Clark) and “The Name Game” (Shirley Ellis)
1964
- #1 song
“I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatlesright behind it: “You Don't Own Me” (Lesley Gore) and “Out Of Limits” (The Marketts)
1963
- #1 song
“Hey Paula” by Paul and Paularight behind it: “Walk Right In” (The Rooftop Singers) and “The Night Has A Thousand Eyes” (Bobby Vee)
1962
- #1 song
- “Peppermint Twist - Part I” by Joey Dee & the Starlitersright behind it: “Duke Of Earl” (Gene Chandler) and “The Twist” (Chubby Checker)
1961
- #1 song
“Will You Love Me Tomorrow” by The Shirellesright behind it: “Calcutta” (Lawrence Welk And His Orchestra) and “Exodus” (Ferrante & Teicher)
1960
- #1 song
“Teen Angel” by Mark Dinningright behind it: “Running Bear” (Johnny Preston) and “Where Or When” (Dion & The Belmonts)
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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