January 16
on this day, year by year
Here is January 16 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: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” (Shaboozey) and “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish)- In theaters
- Mufasa: The Lion King
- On Netflix
- Squid Game
- Most read on Wikipedia
David Lynch, American filmmaker (1946–2025)died January 16- New games
- Black Myth: Wukong · Assetto Corsa EVO
2024
- #1 song
“Lovin On Me” by Jack Harlowright behind it: “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift) and “Greedy” (Tate McRae)- Top album
- One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Mean Girls
- On Netflix
- American Nightmare
2023
- #1 song
“Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Unholy” (Sam Smith & Kim Petras)- In theaters
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
- On Netflix
- Ginny & Georgia
- Most read on Wikipedia
Index, Statistical term, a compound measure in statistics- First aired
- The Last of Us premieres
2022
- #1 song
“Easy On Me” by Adeleright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals)- In theaters
- Scream
- On Netflix
- Café con aroma de mujer
2021
- #1 song
“Mood” by 24kGoldn Featuring iann diorright behind it: “Positions” (Ariana Grande) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)- In theaters
- The Marksman
- Most read on Wikipedia
Richard Ramirez, American serial killer and sex offender (1960–2013)
2020
- #1 song
“The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Yummy” (Justin Bieber) and “Circles” (Post Malone)- In theaters
- Bad Boys for Life
- New games
- To the Moon · Arknights · Yakuza: Like a Dragon
2019
- #1 song
“Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” by Post Malone & Swae Leeright behind it: “Without Me” (Halsey) and “Thank U, Next” (Ariana Grande)- Top album
- Hoodie SZN by A Boogie wit da Hoodiealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Upside
2018
- #1 song
“Perfect” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “Havana” (Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug) and “Finesse” (Bruno Mars & Cardi B)- In theaters
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
- Most read on Wikipedia
Dolores O'Riordan, Irish musician (1971–2018)died January 15
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Bad And Boujee” by Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vertright behind it: “Black Beatles” (Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane) and “Closer” (The Chainsmokers Featuring Halsey)- In theaters
- Hidden Figures
2016
- #1 song
- “Hello” by Adeleright behind it: “Sorry” (Justin Bieber) and “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber)
- In theaters
- Ride Along 2
- Most read on Wikipedia
Bruce Kingsbury, Australian soldier, recipient of the Victoria Cross
2015
- #1 song
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Blank Space” (Taylor Swift) and “Take Me To Church” (Hozier)- In theaters
- American Sniper
2014
- #1 song
“Timber” by Pitbull Featuring Ke$haright behind it: “Counting Stars” (OneRepublic) and “The Monster” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna)- Top album
- Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ride Along
- New games
- VRChat · Guilty Gear Isuka
2013
- #1 song
“Locked Out Of Heaven” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Diamonds” (Rihanna) and “I Knew You Were Trouble.” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- Les Misérables: Highlights from the Motion Picture Soundtrack by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Zero Dark Thirty
- New games
- Temple Run 2
2012
- #1 song
“We Found Love” by Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harrisright behind it: “Sexy And I Know It” (LMFAO) and “It Will Rain” (Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Contraband
2011
- #1 song
“Grenade” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Firework” (Katy Perry) and “What's My Name?” (Rihanna Featuring Drake)- In theaters
- The Green Hornet
2010
- #1 song
- “TiK ToK” by Ke$haright behind it: “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga) and “Replay” (Iyaz)
- Top album
- I Dreamed a Dream by Susan Boylealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Avatar
- Launched
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Just Dance” by Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donisright behind it: “Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)” (Beyonce) and “Live Your Life” (T.I. Featuring Rihanna)- In theaters
- Paul Blart: Mall Cop
2008
- #1 song
“Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Painright behind it: “No One” (Alicia Keys) and “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic)- Top album
- In Rainbows by Radioheadalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Bucket List
- New games
- Savage 2: A Tortured Soul
2007
- #1 song
“Irreplaceable” by Beyonceright behind it: “I Wanna Love You” (Akon Featuring Snoop Dogg) and “Fergalicious” (Fergie)- In theaters
- Stomp the Yard
2006
- #1 song
“Grillz” by Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gippright behind it: “Run It!” (Chris Brown) and “Check On It” (Beyonce Featuring Slim Thug)- Top album
- Unpredictable by Jamie Foxxalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Glory Road
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
- American Idiot by Green Dayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Coach Carter
2004
- #1 song
- “Hey Ya!” by OutKastright behind it: “The Way You Move” (OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown) and “Milkshake” (Kelis)
- Top album
- Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKastalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Along Came Polly
2003
- #1 song
“Lose Yourself” by Eminemright behind it: “Work It” (Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott) and “Air Force Ones” (Nelly Featuring Kyjuan, Ali & Murphy Lee)- In theaters
- Kangaroo Jack
2002
- #1 song
“U Got It Bad” by Usherright behind it: “How You Remind Me” (Nickelback) and “Family Affair” (Mary J. Blige)- In theaters
- The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
- New games
- Tux Racer
2001
- #1 song
- “Independent Women Part I” by Destiny's Childright behind it: “It Wasn't Me” (Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducent) and “He Loves U Not” (Dream)
- In theaters
- Save the Last Dance
2000
- #1 song
“What A Girl Wants” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “I Knew I Loved You” (Savage Garden) and “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas)- Top album
Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Next Friday
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Have You Ever?” by Brandyright behind it: “Nobody's Supposed To Be Here” (Deborah Cox) and “I'm Your Angel” (R. Kelly & Celine Dion)- Top album
Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood by DMXalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Varsity Blues
1998
- #1 song
“Truly Madly Deeply” by Savage Gardenright behind it: “Together Again” (Janet) and “Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight” (Elton John)- 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
- Beverly Hills Ninja
1996
- #1 song
“One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Menright behind it: “Exhale (Shoop Shoop) (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Whitney Houston) and “Hey Lover” (LL Cool J)- In theaters
- 12 Monkeys
1995
- #1 song
“On Bended Knee” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Creep” (TLC) and “Another Night” (Real McCoy)- In theaters
- Legends of the Fall
- First aired
- Star Trek: Voyager premieres
1994
- #1 song
“All For Love” by Bryan Adams/Rod Stewart/Stingright behind it: “Hero” (Mariah Carey) and “Breathe Again” (Toni Braxton)- In theaters
- Philadelphia
1993
- #1 song
- “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “If I Ever Fall In Love” (Shai) and “In The Still Of The Nite (From "The Jacksons")” (Boyz II Men)
- Top album
The Bodyguard by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Aladdin
1992
- #1 song
“Black Or White” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “All 4 Love” (Color Me Badd) and “Can't Let Go” (Mariah Carey)- In theaters
- The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
1991
- #1 song
“Love Will Never Do (Without You)” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Justify My Love” (Madonna) and “High Enough” (Damn Yankees)- Top album
To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Home Alone
1990
- #1 song
“How Am I Supposed To Live Without You” by Michael Boltonright behind it: “Pump Up The Jam” (Technotronic Featuring Felly) and “Another Day In Paradise” (Phil Collins)- Top album
...But Seriously by Phil Collinsalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Born on the Fourth of July
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Two Hearts” by Phil Collinsright behind it: “Don't Rush Me” (Taylor Dayne) and “Armageddon It” (Def Leppard)- Top album
Don't Be Cruel by Bobby Brownalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rain Man
1988
- #1 song
“Got My Mind Set On You” by George Harrisonright behind it: “So Emotional” (Whitney Houston) and “The Way You Make Me Feel” (Michael Jackson)- In theaters
- Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
- #1 song
“Shake You Down” by Gregory Abbottright behind it: “C'est La Vie” (Robbie Nevil) and “Notorious” (Duran Duran)- Top album
Slippery When Wet by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Critical Condition
1986
- #1 song
“That's What Friends Are For” by Dionne & Friendsright behind it: “Say You, Say Me” (Lionel Richie) and “Party All The Time” (Eddie Murphy)- In theaters
- Iron Eagle
1985
- #1 song
“Like A Virgin” by Madonnaright behind it: “All I Need” (Jack Wagner) and “You're The Inspiration” (Chicago)- Top album
Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Cop
1984
- #1 song
“Owner Of A Lonely Heart” by Yesright behind it: “Say Say Say” (Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson) and “Karma Chameleon” (Culture Club)- In theaters
- Terms of Endearment
1983
- #1 song
- “Down Under” by Men At Workright behind it: “The Girl Is Mine” (Michael Jackson And Paul McCartney) and “Dirty Laundry” (Don Henley)
- Top album
Business as Usual by Men at Workalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tootsie
1982
- #1 song
“Physical” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Waiting For A Girl Like You” (Foreigner) and “Let's Groove” (Earth, Wind & Fire)- In theaters
- Absence of Malice
1981
- #1 song
- “(Just Like) Starting Over” by John Lennonright behind it: “Love On The Rocks” (Neil Diamond) and “Guilty” (Barbra Streisand & Barry Gibb)
- Top album
Double Fantasy by John Lennonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- 9 to 5
1980
- #1 song
“Rock With You” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Do That To Me One More Time” (Captain & Tennille) and “Escape (The Pina Colada Song)” (Rupert Holmes)- In theaters
- Kramer vs. Kramer
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Le Freak” by Chicright behind it: “Too Much Heaven” (Bee Gees) and “My Life” (Billy Joel)- Top album
Barbra Streisand's Greatest Hits Vol. 2 by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Superman
1978
- #1 song
“Baby Come Back” by Playerright behind it: “How Deep Is Your Love” (Bee Gees) and “Here You Come Again” (Dolly Parton)- In theaters
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind
1977
- #1 song
“I Wish” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Car Wash” (Rose Royce) and “You Make Me Feel Like Dancing” (Leo Sayer)- Top album
Wings over America by Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- King Kong
1976
- #1 song
“I Write The Songs” by Barry Manilowright behind it: “Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To)” (Diana Ross) and “Convoy” (C.W. McCall)
1975
- #1 song
“Mandy” by Barry Manilowright behind it: “Please Mr. Postman” (Carpenters) and “Laughter In The Rain” (Neil Sedaka)- Top album
Elton John's Greatest Hits by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“Show And Tell” by Al Wilsonright behind it: “The Joker” (The Steve Miller Band) and “Smokin' In The Boy's Room” (Brownsville Station)- Top album
You Don't Mess Around with Jim by Jim Crocealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
- “You're So Vain” by Carly Simonright behind it: “Superstition” (Stevie Wonder) and “Me And Mrs. Jones” (Billy Paul)
- Top album
No Secrets by Carly Simonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
- “American Pie (Parts I & II)” by Don McLeanright behind it: “Brand New Key” (Melanie) and “Let's Stay Together” (Al Green)
- Top album
American Pie by Don McLeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In sports
- Super Bowl VI: Dallas Cowboys
1971
- #1 song
- “My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity” by George Harrisonright behind it: “Knock Three Times” (Dawn) and “One Less Bell To Answer” (The 5th Dimension)
- Top album
All Things Must Pass by George Harrisonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head” by B.J. Thomasright behind it: “Venus” (The Shocking Blue) and “I Want You Back” (Jackson 5)- Top album
Led Zeppelin II by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gayeright behind it: “I'm Gonna Make You Love Me” (Diana Ross And The Supremes & The Temptations) and “Soulful Strut” (Young-Holt Unlimited)- Top album
The Beatles (The White Album) by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)” by John Fred And The Playboysright behind it: “Chain Of Fools” (Aretha Franklin) and “Hello Goodbye” (The Beatles)- Top album
Magical Mystery Tour by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“I'm A Believer” by The Monkeesright behind it: “Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron” (The Royal Guardsmen) and “Tell It Like It Is” (Aaron Neville)- Top album
The Monkees by The Monkeesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“The Sound Of Silence” by Simon & Garfunkelright behind it: “We Can Work It Out” (The Beatles) and “She's Just My Style” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys)- Top album
Rubber Soul by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
“Come See About Me” by The Supremesright behind it: “I Feel Fine” (The Beatles) and “Love Potion Number Nine” (The Searchers)
1964
- #1 song
“There! I've Said It Again” by Bobby Vintonright behind it: “Louie Louie” (The Kingsmen) and “Popsicles And Icicles” (The Murmaids)
1963
- #1 song
“Go Away Little Girl” by Steve Lawrenceright behind it: “Telstar” (The Tornadoes) and “Hotel Happiness” (Brook Benton)
1962
- #1 song
“The Twist” by Chubby Checkerright behind it: “Peppermint Twist - Part I” (Joey Dee & the Starliters) and “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” (The Tokens)
1961
- #1 song
“Wonderland By Night” by Bert Kaempfert And His Orchestraright behind it: “Are You Lonesome To-night?” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Exodus” (Ferrante & Teicher)
1960
- #1 song
“Running Bear” by Johnny Prestonright behind it: “Why” (Frankie Avalon) and “El Paso” (Marty Robbins)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” by The Plattersright behind it: “My Happiness” (Connie Francis) and “The Chipmunk Song” (The Chipmunks With David Seville)
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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