January 29
on this day, year by year
Here is January 29 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: “DTMF” (Bad Bunny) and “APT.” (ROSE & Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Flight Risk
- On Netflix
- The Night Agent
- Most read on Wikipedia
Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary (born 1997)The United States Office of Management and Budget rescinds a memo from Monday that would have paused federal financial assistance programs implicated by select executive orders…
2024
- #1 song
“Lovin On Me” by Jack Harlowright behind it: “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift) and “Greedy” (Tate McRae)- Top album
- American Dream by 21 Savagealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Mean Girls
- On Netflix
- Griselda
- Most read on Wikipedia
Griselda Blanco, Colombian drug lord (1943–2012)
2023
- #1 song
“Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Anti-Hero” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- Avatar: The Way of Water
- On Netflix
- Ginny & Georgia
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Royal Rumble, WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
2022
- #1 song
“Easy On Me” by Adeleright behind it: “We Don't Talk About Bruno” (Carolina Gaitan, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero, Stephanie Beatriz & Encanto Cast) and “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals)- In theaters
- Spider-Man: No Way Home
- On Netflix
- All of Us Are Dead
- Most read on Wikipedia
Ashleigh Barty, Australian former tennis player (born 1996)Australian tennis player Ashleigh Barty defeats American Danielle Collins in two sets, 6–3, 7–6 (7–2) to win the women's singles title at the Australian Open. Barty…
2021
- #1 song
“Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigoright behind it: “34+35” (Ariana Grande) and “Mood” (24kGoldn Featuring iann dior)- Top album
- Dangerous: The Double Album by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Little Things
- Most read on Wikipedia
Cicely Tyson, American actress (1924–2021)died January 28
2020
- #1 song
- “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Godzilla” (Eminem Featuring Juice WRLD)
- Top album
- Music to Be Murdered By by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Bad Boys for Life
- Most read on Wikipedia
Kobe Bryant, American basketball player (1978–2020)died January 26- New games
- Warcraft III: Reforged · Coffee Talk
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
- Future Hndrxx Presents: The Wizrd by Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Aquaman
- Most read on Wikipedia
Ted Bundy, American serial killer (1946–1989)- New games
- Kingdom Hearts III · PC Building Simulator
2018
- #1 song
“God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Perfect” (Ed Sheeran) and “Havana” (Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug)- In theaters
- Maze Runner: The Death Cure
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Royal Rumble, WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Bad And Boujee” by Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vertright behind it: “Shape Of You” (Ed Sheeran) and “Black Beatles” (Rae Sremmurd Featuring Gucci Mane)- In theaters
- Split
- Most read on Wikipedia
Roger Federer, Swiss tennis player (born 1981)In tennis, Roger Federer of Switzerland defeats Rafael Nadal of Spain in the final of the men's singles.
2016
- #1 song
“Sorry” by Justin Bieberright behind it: “Hello” (Adele) and “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber)- In theaters
- Kung Fu Panda 3
2015
- #1 song
“Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran) and “Blank Space” (Taylor Swift)- In theaters
- American Sniper
2014
- #1 song
“Timber” by Pitbull Featuring Ke$haright behind it: “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J) and “Counting Stars” (OneRepublic)- Top album
- High Hopes by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Ride Along
- New games
- Disney Tsum Tsum
2013
- #1 song
“Thrift Shop” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanzright behind it: “Locked Out Of Heaven” (Bruno Mars) and “Ho Hey” (The Lumineers)- In theaters
- Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters
2012
- #1 song
- “Set Fire To The Rain” by Adeleright behind it: “We Found Love” (Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harris) and “Good Feeling” (Flo Rida)
- In theaters
- The Grey
2011
- #1 song
“Hold It Against Me” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Grenade” (Bruno Mars) and “Firework” (Katy Perry)- Top album
- Showroom of Compassion by Cakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Rite
2010
- #1 song
- “TiK ToK” by Ke$haright behind it: “Bad Romance” (Lady Gaga) and “Empire State Of Mind” (Jay-Z + Alicia Keys)
- In theaters
- Avatar
- New games
- Tatsunoko vs. Capcom · Toki Tori
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 “Heartless” (Kanye West)- In theaters
- Taken
2008
- #1 song
“Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Painright behind it: “No One” (Alicia Keys) and “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic)- In theaters
- Meet the Spartans
- New games
- The Sims Castaway Stories
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)- In theaters
- Epic Movie
- New games
- Mario Kart 64 · Bonanza Bros.
2006
- #1 song
“Check On It” by Beyonce Featuring Slim Thugright behind it: “Grillz” (Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gipp) and “Run It!” (Chris Brown)- Top album
- Unpredictable by Jamie Foxxalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Big Momma's House 2
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
- Hide and Seek
2004
- #1 song
- “Hey Ya!” by OutKastright behind it: “The Way You Move” (OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown) and “You Don't Know My Name” (Alicia Keys)
- Top album
- Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKastalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- You Got Served
2003
- #1 song
“Bump, Bump, Bump” by B2K & P. Diddyright behind it: “Beautiful” (Christina Aguilera) and “Cry Me A River” (Justin Timberlake)- Top album
Come Away with Me by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Darkness Falls
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
2001
- #1 song
“It Wasn't Me” by Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducentright behind it: “Independent Women Part I” (Destiny's Child) and “Ms. Jackson” (OutKast)- In theaters
- The Wedding Planner
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
- Eye of the Beholder
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
- “...Baby One More Time” by Britney Spearsright behind it: “Have You Ever?” (Brandy) and “Nobody's Supposed To Be Here” (Deborah Cox)
- Top album
...Baby One More Time by Britney Spearsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- She's All That
1998
- #1 song
“Together Again” by Janetright behind it: “Truly Madly Deeply” (Savage Garden) and “Nice & Slow” (Usher)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Titanic
- New games
- Harvest Moon · Panzer Dragoon Saga · Bust a Groove
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
- Jerry Maguire
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
- Mr. Holland's Opus
- New games
- Duke Nukem 3D
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
- In sports
- Super Bowl XXIX: San Francisco 49ers
1994
- #1 song
“All For Love” by Bryan Adams/Rod Stewart/Stingright behind it: “Hero” (Mariah Carey) and “Breathe Again” (Toni Braxton)- In theaters
- Mrs. Doubtfire
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
“Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” by George Michael/Elton Johnright behind it: “I Love Your Smile” (Shanice) and “All 4 Love” (Color Me Badd)- In theaters
- The Hand That Rocks the Cradle
1991
- #1 song
“The First Time” by Surfaceright behind it: “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)” (C+C Music Factory) and “Love Will Never Do (Without You)” (Janet Jackson)- 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: “Opposites Attract” (Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair)) 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
“When I'm With You” by Sheriffright behind it: “Straight Up” (Paula Abdul) and “When The Children Cry” (White Lion)- Top album
Don't Be Cruel by Bobby Brownalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rain Man
1988
- #1 song
“Need You Tonight” by INXSright behind it: “Could've Been” (Tiffany) and “Hazy Shade Of Winter” (The Bangles)- In theaters
- Good Morning, Vietnam
1987
- #1 song
“At This Moment” by Billy Vera & The Beatersright behind it: “Open Your Heart” (Madonna) and “C'est La Vie” (Robbie Nevil)- 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
- The Color Purple
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
Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Cop
1984
- #1 song
“Karma Chameleon” by Culture Clubright behind it: “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” (Yes) and “Talking In Your Sleep” (The Romantics)- In theaters
- Silkwood
1983
- #1 song
- “Down Under” by Men At Workright behind it: “Africa” (Toto) and “Sexual Healing” (Marvin Gaye)
- Top album
Business as Usual by Men at Workalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tootsie
1982
- #1 song
- “I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)” by Daryl Hall John Oatesright behind it: “Waiting For A Girl Like You” (Foreigner) and “Centerfold” (The J. Geils Band)
- In theaters
- On Golden Pond
1981
- #1 song
“The Tide Is High” by Blondieright behind it: “(Just Like) Starting Over” (John Lennon) and “Celebration” (Kool & The Gang)- Top album
Double Fantasy by John Lennonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Incredible Shrinking Woman
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
- Kramer vs. Kramer
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Le Freak” by Chicright behind it: “Y.M.C.A.” (Village People) and “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” (Rod Stewart)- Top album
Briefcase Full of Blues by Blues Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Superman
1978
- #1 song
“Stayin' Alive” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Short People” (Randy Newman) and “Baby Come Back” (Player)- In theaters
- Close Encounters of the Third Kind
1977
- #1 song
“Car Wash” by Rose Royceright behind it: “I Wish” (Stevie Wonder) and “Dazz” (Brick)- Top album
Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Rocky
1976
- #1 song
“Love Rollercoaster” by Ohio Playersright behind it: “I Write The Songs” (Barry Manilow) and “Love To Love You Baby” (Donna Summer)
1975
- #1 song
“Laughter In The Rain” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “Fire” (Ohio Players) and “Boogie On Reggae Woman” (Stevie Wonder)- Top album
Elton John's Greatest Hits by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Way We Were” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “You're Sixteen” (Ringo Starr) and “Love's Theme” (Love Unlimited Orchestra)- 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 “Superstition” (Stevie Wonder)- 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
1971
- #1 song
“Knock Three Times” by Dawnright behind it: “My Sweet Lord/Isn't It A Pity” (George Harrison) and “Lonely Days” (Bee Gees)- Top album
All Things Must Pass by George Harrisonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“I Want You Back” by Jackson 5right behind it: “Venus” (The Shocking Blue) 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
The Beatles (The White Album) by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1968
- #1 song
“Green Tambourine” by The Lemon Pipersright behind it: “Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)” (John Fred And The Playboys) and “Chain Of Fools” (Aretha Franklin)- 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 “Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron” (The Royal Guardsmen)- Top album
The Monkees by The Monkeesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“We Can Work It Out” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Barbara Ann” (The Beach Boys) 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
“Downtown” by Petula Clarkright behind it: “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” (The Righteous Brothers) 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)- In sports
- 1964 Winter Olympics
1963
- #1 song
“Walk Right In” by The Rooftop Singersright behind it: “Hey Paula” (Paul and Paula) and “The Night Has A Thousand Eyes” (Bobby Vee)
1962
- #1 song
- “Peppermint Twist - Part I” by Joey Dee & the Starlitersright behind it: “Can't Help Falling In Love” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) 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
“Running Bear” by Johnny Prestonright behind it: “Teen Angel” (Mark Dinning) and “El Paso” (Marty Robbins)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” by The Plattersright behind it: “The All American Boy” (Bill Parsons) 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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