February 7

on this day, year by year

One Thing at a Time (2024) album cover

The Name Chapter: Temptation (2023) album cover

Dangerous: The Double Album (2021) album cover

DNA (2019) album cover

Culture II (2018) album cover

Starboy (2017) album cover

25 (2016) album cover

American Beauty/American Psycho (2015) album cover

Set You Free (2013) album cover

21 (2012) album cover

Mission Bell (2011) album cover

Need You Now (2010) album cover

Fearless (2009) album cover

Late Night Special (2007) album cover

Ancora (2006) album cover

Be as You Are (Songs from an Old Blue Chair) (2005) album cover

Here is February 7 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.

Born on February 7? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “4X4” by Travis Scottright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “APT.” (ROSE & Bruno Mars)
Top album: Debí Tirar Más Fotos by Bad Bunnyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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: Toby Keith, American singer (1961–2024)died February 5

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: You
Most read on Wikipedia: Kiara Advani, Indian actress (born 1991)

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)
Top album: Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Jackass Forever
On Netflix: All of Us Are Dead
Most read on Wikipedia: Lata Mangeshkar, Indian singer (1929–2022)died February 6

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: Patrick Mahomes, American football player (born 1995)
In sports: Super Bowl LV: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

2020

#1 song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Circles” (Post Malone)
Top album: Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial by Roddy Ricchalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Birds of Prey

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)
Top album: DNA by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
New games: Observer

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
New games: Shadow of the Colossus

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)
Top album: Starboy by The Weekndalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Split
Most read on Wikipedia: Betsy DeVos, American politician and philanthropist (born 1958)The U.S. Senate confirms, via Vice President Mike Pence's unprecedented tie-breaking vote, Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education. (NPR)
New games: Fallout Shelter · Nioh · Shadowverse

2016

#1 song: “Love Yourself” by Justin Bieberright behind it: “Sorry” (Justin Bieber) and “Stressed Out” (twenty one pilots)
Top album: 25 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
In sports: Super Bowl 50: Denver Broncoshalftime show: Coldplay

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

2014

#1 song: “Dark Horse” by Katy Perry Featuring Juicy Jright behind it: “Timber” (Pitbull Featuring Ke$ha) and “Counting Stars” (OneRepublic)
Top album: Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Lego Movie
In sports: 2014 Winter Olympics
New games: The Lego Movie Videogame

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: Identity Thief
New games: Animal Crossing: New Leaf

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)
Top album: 21 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Chronicle
New games: Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning · The Darkness II · Gotham City Impostors

2011

#1 song: “Grenade” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “F**kin' Perfect” (P!nk) and “Firework” (Katy Perry)
Top album: Mission Bell by Amos Leealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Roommate
New games: Mario Sports Mix

2010

#1 song: “TiK ToK” by Ke$haright behind it: “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga) and “BedRock” (Young Money Featuring Lloyd)
Top album: Need You Now by Lady Aalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Dear John
In sports: Super Bowl XLIV: New Orleans Saintshalftime show: The Who

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)
Top album: Fearless by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: Music from the Motion Picture Juno by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fool's Gold
New games: Tomb Raider: Anniversary · Lost Odyssey · Medal of Honor: Heroes 2

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

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)
Top album: Ancora by Il Divoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: When a Stranger Calls

2005

#1 song: “Let Me Love You” by Marioright behind it: “1, 2 Step” (Ciara Featuring Missy Elliott) and “Soldier” (Destiny's Child Featuring T.I. & Lil Wayne)
Top album: Be as You Are (Songs from an Old Blue Chair) by Kenny Chesneyalso 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: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
New games: Star Wars: Bounty Hunter · Battlefield 1942: The Road to Rome · Nintendo Puzzle Collection

2002

#1 song: “U Got It Bad” by Usherright behind it: “How You Remind Me” (Nickelback) and “Always On Time” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti)
Top album: Drive by Alan Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Collateral Damage
New games: Way of the Samurai · Bomberman Max 2

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)
Top album: J. Lo by Jennifer Lopezalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Wedding Planner
New games: Spider-Man: Mysterio's Menace

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 “What A Girl Wants” (Christina Aguilera)
Top album: Voodoo by D'Angeloalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Scream 3

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Angel Of Mine” by Monicaright behind it: “...Baby One More Time” (Britney Spears) and “Nobody's Supposed To Be Here” (Deborah Cox)
Top album: Chyna Doll by Foxy Brownalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Payback
First aired: Ojamajo Doremi premieres

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
In sports: 1998 Winter Olympics

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: Dante's Peak

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)
Top album: Waiting to Exhale by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Black Sheep
First aired: Dragon Ball GT premieres

1995

#1 song: “Creep” by TLCright behind it: “On Bended Knee” (Boyz II Men) and “Another Night” (Real McCoy)
Top album: Balance by Van Halenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Legends of the Fall

1994

#1 song: “The Power Of Love” by Celine Dionright behind it: “All For Love” (Bryan Adams/Rod Stewart/Sting) and “Breathe Again” (Toni Braxton)
Top album: Jar of Flies by Alice In Chainsalso 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 “If I Ever Fall In Love” (Shai)
Top album: The Bodyguard by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Loaded Weapon 1
New games: Tiny Toon Adventures: Buster's Hidden Treasure

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)
Top album: Nevermind by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Medicine Man

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: Sleeping with the Enemy

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)
Top album: Appetite for Destruction by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Three Fugitives

1988

#1 song: “Could've Been” by Tiffanyright behind it: “Seasons Change” (Expose) and “I Want To Be Your Man” (Roger)
Top album: Faith by George Michaelalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Good Morning, Vietnam

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)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Terms of Endearment

1983

#1 song: “Down Under” by Men At Workright behind it: “Baby, Come To Me” (Patti Austin A Duet With James Ingram) 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 “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: “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)
Top album: The Wall by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The One and Only

1977

#1 song: “Torn Between Two Lovers” by Mary Macgregorright behind it: “New Kid In Town” (Eagles) 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: “Love To Love You Baby” (Donna Summer) and “You Sexy Thing” (Hot Chocolate)
Top album: Desire by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1975

#1 song: “Fire” by Ohio Playersright behind it: “You're No Good” (Linda Ronstadt) and “Boogie On Reggae Woman” (Stevie Wonder)
Top album: Fire by Ohio Playersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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: “Let's Stay Together” by Al Greenright behind it: “American Pie (Parts I & II)” (Don McLean) and “Without You” (Nilsson)
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: 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)
Top album: TCB by Diana Ross & The Supremesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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)
Top album: More of The Monkees by Colgemsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “My Love” by Petula Clarkright behind it: “Lightnin' Strikes” (Lou Christie) and “Uptight (Everything's Alright)” (Stevie Wonder)
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 “This Diamond Ring” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys)
Top album: Beatles '65 by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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)
Top album: The Singing Nun by Soeur Sourire, The Singing Nunalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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)
Top album: The First Family by Vaughn Meaderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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: “Calcutta” by Lawrence Welk And His Orchestraright behind it: “Will You Love Me Tomorrow” (The Shirelles) and “Shop Around” (The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson))

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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