July 23

on this day, year by year

The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) (2024) album cover

Speak Now (Taylor's Version) (2023) album cover

Sour (2021) album cover

Legends Never Die (2020) album cover

No.6 Collaborations Project (2019) album cover

Scorpion (2018) album cover

California (2016) album cover

Dreams Worth More Than Money (2015) album cover

1000 Forms of Fear (2014) album cover

Uncaged (2012) album cover

4 (2011) album cover

Recovery (2010) album cover

BLACKsummers'night (2009) album cover

Tha Carter III (2008) album cover

T.I. vs. T.I.P. (2007) album cover

TP-3: Reloaded (2005) album cover

Here is July 23 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 July 23? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Ordinary” by Alex Warrenright behind it: “Daisies” (Justin Bieber) and “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae)
Top album: JackBoys 2 by JackBoysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Superman
On Netflix: UNTAMED
Most read on Wikipedia: Ozzy Osbourne, English musician and media personality (1948–2025)died July 22
New games: WWE 2K25

2024

#1 song: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen) and “Not Like Us” (Kendrick Lamar)
Top album: The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Twisters
On Netflix: Cobra Kai
Most read on Wikipedia: Kimberly Cheatle, American law enforcement officerUnited States Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle resigns, citing security lapses that led to former president Donald Trump's attempted assassination. (Al Jazeera)

2023

#1 song: “Seven” by Jung Kook Featuring Lattoright behind it: “Try That In A Small Town” (Jason Aldean) and “Last Night” (Morgan Wallen)
Top album: Speak Now (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Barbie
On Netflix: King the Land
Most read on Wikipedia: J. Robert Oppenheimer, American theoretical physicist (1904–1967)

2022

#1 song: “As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “About Damn Time” (Lizzo) and “First Class” (Jack Harlow)
Top album: Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunnyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Nope
On Netflix: Virgin River

2021

#1 song: “Permission To Dance” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber)
Top album: Sour by Olivia Rodrigoalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Old
On Netflix: Never Have I Ever
Most read on Wikipedia: 2020 Summer Olympics, Multi-sport event in Tokyo, JapanEmperor Naruhito officially declares the Summer Olympics open. The inaugural celebration was not hosted publicly due to COVID-19 concerns.
In sports: 2020 Summer Olympics
New games: First Samurai

2020

#1 song: “Rockstar” by DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Come & Go” (Juice WRLD x Marshmello) and “Whats Poppin” (Jack Harlow Featuring DaBaby, Tory Lanez & Lil Wayne)
Top album: Legends Never Die by Juice Wrldalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In space: Tianwen-1 launches
New games: Carrion

2019

#1 song: “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish) and “I Don't Care” (Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber)
Top album: No.6 Collaborations Project by Ed Sheeranalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Lion King
Most read on Wikipedia: Boris Johnson, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2019 to 2022Boris Johnson is elected as Leader of the UK Conservative Party, and as a result is expected to become Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on 24 July 2019.
New games: Tetris Effect

2018

#1 song: “In My Feelings” by Drakeright behind it: “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin) and “Girls Like You” (Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B)
Top album: Scorpion by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Equalizer 2

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “Wild Thoughts” (DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller) and “I'm The One” (DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne)
Top album: 4:44 by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Dunkirk

2016

#1 song: “One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Can't Stop The Feeling!” (Justin Timberlake) and “Don't Let Me Down” (The Chainsmokers Featuring Daya)
Top album: California by Blink-182also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Star Trek Beyond
Most read on Wikipedia: Tim Kaine, American lawyer and politician (born 1958)
New games: Microsoft Solitaire Collection

2015

#1 song: “Cheerleader” by OMIright behind it: “See You Again” (Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth) and “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd)
Top album: Dreams Worth More Than Money by Meek Millalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ant-Man
New games: Five Nights at Freddy's 4 · Journey · Megadimension Neptunia VII

2014

#1 song: “Rude” by MAGIC!right behind it: “Fancy” (Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCX) and “Problem” (Ariana Grande Featuring Iggy Azalea)
Top album: 1000 Forms of Fear by Siaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

2013

#1 song: “Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “Get Lucky” (Daft Punk Featuring Pharrell Williams) and “We Can't Stop” (Miley Cyrus)
Top album: Magna Carta Holy Grail by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Conjuring

2012

#1 song: “Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsenright behind it: “Payphone” (Maroon 5 Featuring Wiz Khalifa) and “Wide Awake” (Katy Perry)
Top album: Uncaged by Zac Brown Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Dark Knight Rises

2011

#1 song: “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRockright behind it: “Give Me Everything” (Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer) and “Rolling In The Deep” (Adele)
Top album: 4 by Beyoncéalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Captain America: The First Avenger

2010

#1 song: “California Gurls” by Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Doggright behind it: “Love The Way You Lie” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna) and “Airplanes” (B.o.B Featuring Hayley Williams)
Top album: Recovery by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Inception
New games: Aero the Acro-Bat

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Best I Ever Had” (Drake) and “Boom Boom Pow” (The Black Eyed Peas)
Top album: BLACKsummers'night by Maxwellalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: G-Force
New games: Wii Sports Resort · Punch-Out!!

2008

#1 song: “I Kissed A Girl” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Take A Bow” (Rihanna) and “Lollipop” (Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major)
Top album: Tha Carter III by Lil Waynealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Dark Knight
New games: 1942: Joint Strike

2007

#1 song: “Hey There Delilah” by Plain White T'sright behind it: “Umbrella” (Rihanna Featuring Jay-Z) and “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie)
Top album: T.I. vs. T.I.P. by T.I.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry
New games: Kirby's Dream Course

2006

#1 song: “Promiscuous” by Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbalandright behind it: “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley) and “Me & U” (Cassie)
Top album: Now 22 by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

2005

#1 song: “We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Hollaback Girl” (Gwen Stefani) and “Don't Phunk With My Heart” (The Black Eyed Peas)
Top album: TP-3: Reloaded by R. Kellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
New games: WarioWare: Touched!

2004

#1 song: “Confessions Part II” by Usherright behind it: “Slow Motion” (Juvenile Featuring Soulja Slim) and “Burn” (Usher)
Top album: The Hunger For More by Lloyd Banksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Bourne Supremacy
New games: Army Men: Sarge's War

2003

#1 song: “Crazy In Love” by Beyonce Featuring Jay Zright behind it: “Magic Stick” (Lil' Kim Featuring 50 Cent) and “Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)” (Ashanti)
Top album: Chapter II by Ashantialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Bad Boys II

2002

#1 song: “Hot In Herre” by Nellyright behind it: “Without Me” (Eminem) and “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne)
Top album: Nellyville by Nellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Road to Perdition

2001

#1 song: “U Remind Me” by Usherright behind it: “Hit 'Em Up Style (Oops!)” (Blu Cantrell) and “All Or Nothing” (O-Town)
Top album: Songs in A Minor by Alicia Keysalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Jurassic Park III

2000

#1 song: “It's Gonna Be Me” by 'N Syncright behind it: “Bent” (matchbox twenty) and “Everything You Want” (Vertical Horizon)
Top album: The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: What Lies Beneath

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Wild Wild West” by Will Smith Featuring Dru Hill & Kool Mo Deeright behind it: “Bills, Bills, Bills” (Destiny's Child) and “Genie In A Bottle” (Christina Aguilera)
Top album: Significant Other by Limp Bizkitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Haunting
In space: Chandra X-ray Observatory launches
New games: Superman 64 · Jagged Alliance 2

1998

#1 song: “The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain) and “My Way” (Usher)
Top album: Armageddon: The Album by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Saving Private Ryan
New games: The King of Fighters '98

1997

#1 song: “I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “Bitch” (Meredith Brooks) and “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys)
Top album: Men in Black: The Album by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Men in Black

1996

#1 song: “You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow” by Toni Braxtonright behind it: “How Do U Want It/California Love” (2Pac Featuring K-Ci And JoJo) and “Give Me One Reason” (Tracy Chapman)
Top album: It Was Written by Nasalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Independence Day

1995

#1 song: “Waterfalls” by TLCright behind it: “One More Chance/Stay With Me” (The Notorious B.I.G.) and “Don't Take It Personal (Just One Of Dem Days)” (Monica)
Top album: Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Apollo 13

1994

#1 song: “I Swear” by All-4-Oneright behind it: “Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” (Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories) and “Regulate (From "Above The Rim")” (Warren G & Nate Dogg)
Top album: The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Forrest Gump

1993

#1 song: “Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")” by UB40right behind it: “Weak” (SWV) and “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team)
Top album: Zooropa by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Poetic Justice
New games: Castlevania Chronicles · Puyo Puyo

1992

#1 song: “Baby Got Back” by Sir Mix-A-Lotright behind it: “This Used To Be My Playground” (Madonna) and “Baby-Baby-Baby” (TLC)
Top album: Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Mo' Money

1991

#1 song: “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “Right Here, Right Now” (Jesus Jones) and “Unbelievable” (EMF)
Top album: Unforgettable... with Love by Natalie Colealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Terminator 2: Judgment Day

1990

#1 song: “She Ain't Worth It” by Glenn Medeiros Featuring Bobby Brownright behind it: “Vision Of Love” (Mariah Carey) and “Cradle Of Love (From "Ford Fairlane")” (Billy Idol)
Top album: Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ghost

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “Toy Soldiers” by Martikaright behind it: “Batdance (From "Batman")” (Prince) and “Express Yourself” (Madonna)
Top album: Batman by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Lethal Weapon 2

1988

#1 song: “Hold On To The Nights” by Richard Marxright behind it: “Pour Some Sugar On Me” (Def Leppard) and “New Sensation” (INXS)
Top album: Hysteria by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Who Framed Roger Rabbit

1987

#1 song: “Alone” by Heartright behind it: “Shakedown (From "Beverly Hills Cop II")” (Bob Seger) and “I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For” (U2)
Top album: Whitney by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: RoboCop

1986

#1 song: “Sledgehammer” by Peter Gabrielright behind it: “Danger Zone” (Kenny Loggins) and “Invisible Touch” (Genesis)
Top album: Top Gun by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Aliens

1985

#1 song: “Everytime You Go Away” by Paul Youngright behind it: “Shout” (Tears For Fears) and “You Give Good Love” (Whitney Houston)
Top album: Songs from the Big Chair by Tears for Fearsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Back to the Future

1984

#1 song: “When Doves Cry” by Princeright behind it: “Ghostbusters” (Ray Parker Jr.) and “Dancing In The Dark” (Bruce Springsteen)
Top album: Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ghostbusters

1983

#1 song: “Every Breath You Take” by The Policeright behind it: “Electric Avenue” (Eddy Grant) and “Flashdance...What A Feeling” (Irene Cara)
Top album: Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jaws 3-D

1982

#1 song: “Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivorright behind it: “Rosanna” (Toto) and “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar)
Top album: Asia by Asiaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

1981

#1 song: “The One That You Love” by Air Supplyright behind it: “Bette Davis Eyes” (Kim Carnes) and “Jessie's Girl” (Rick Springfield)
Top album: Long Distance Voyager by The Moody Bluesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tarzan, the Ape Man

1980

#1 song: “It's Still Rock And Roll To Me” by Billy Joelright behind it: “Magic” (Olivia Newton-John) and “Little Jeannie” (Elton John)
Top album: Emotional Rescue by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Airplane!

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “Bad Girls” by Donna Summerright behind it: “Ring My Bell” (Anita Ward) and “Good Times” (Chic)
Top album: Bad Girls by Donna Summeralso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Dracula

1978

#1 song: “Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “Baker Street” (Gerry Rafferty) and “Miss You” (The Rolling Stones)
Top album: Grease by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Star Wars

1977

#1 song: “Looks Like We Made It” by Barry Manilowright behind it: “I Just Want To Be Your Everything” (Andy Gibb) and “Da Doo Ron Ron” (Shaun Cassidy)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars

1976

#1 song: “Kiss And Say Goodbye” by The Manhattansright behind it: “Afternoon Delight” (Starland Vocal Band) and “I'll Be Good To You” (The Brothers Johnson)
Top album: Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube

1975

#1 song: “The Hustle” by Van McCoy & The Soul City Symphonyright behind it: “I'm Not In Love” (10cc) and “One Of These Nights” (Eagles)
Top album: One of These Nights by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “ANNIE's SONG” by John Denverright behind it: “Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me” (Elton John) and “Rock And Roll Heaven” (The Righteous Brothers)
Top album: Caribou by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” by Jim Croceright behind it: “Yesterday Once More” (Carpenters) and “Shambala” (Three Dog Night)
Top album: Chicago VI by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “Alone Again (Naturally)” by Gilbert O'Sullivanright behind it: “Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)” (Looking Glass) and “Too Late To Turn Back Now” (Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose)
Top album: Honky Château by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation Indian)” by The Raidersright behind it: “It's Too Late/I Feel The Earth Move” (Carole King) and “You've Got A Friend” (James Taylor)
Top album: Tapestry by Carole Kingalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “(They Long To Be) Close To You” by Carpentersright behind it: “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)” (Three Dog Night) and “Band Of Gold” (Freda Payne)
Top album: Woodstock by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “In The Year 2525” by Zager & Evansright behind it: “Crystal Blue Persuasion” (Tommy James And The Shondells) and “Spinning Wheel” (Blood, Sweat & Tears)
Top album: Blood, Sweat & Tears by Blood, Sweat & Tearsalso on Spotify, YouTube

1968

#1 song: “Grazing In The Grass” by Hugh Masekelaright behind it: “Lady Willpower” (Gary Puckett And The Union Gap) and “Stoned Soul Picnic” (The 5th Dimension)
Top album: The Beat of the Brass by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “Light My Fire” by The Doorsright behind it: “I Was Made To Love Her” (Stevie Wonder) and “Windy” (The Association)
Top album: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “Hanky Panky” by Tommy James And The Shondellsright behind it: “Wild Thing” (The Troggs) and “Lil' Red Riding Hood” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs)
Top album: Strangers in the Night by Frank Sinatraalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “I'm Henry VIII, I Am” (Herman's Hermits) and “I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” (Four Tops)
Top album: Beatles VI by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1964

#1 song: “Rag Doll” by The 4 Seasons Featuring the "Sound of Frankie Valli"right behind it: “A Hard Day's Night” (The Beatles) and “I Get Around” (The Beach Boys)
Top album: A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1963

#1 song: “Surf City” by Jan & Deanright behind it: “So Much In Love” (The Tymes) and “Fingertips - Pt 2” (Little Stevie Wonder)
Top album: Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube

1962

#1 song: “Roses Are Red (My Love)” by Bobby Vintonright behind it: “The Wah Watusi” (The Orlons) and “Sealed With A Kiss” (Brian Hyland)

1961

#1 song: “Tossin' And Turnin'” by Bobby Lewisright behind it: “The Boll Weevil Song” (Brook Benton) and “Quarter To Three” (U.S. Bonds)

1960

#1 song: “I'm Sorry” by Brenda Leeright behind it: “Only The Lonely (Know How I Feel)” (Roy Orbison) and “Alley-Oop” (Hollywood Argyles)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Lonely Boy” by Paul Ankaright behind it: “The Battle Of New Orleans” (Johnny Horton) and “Tiger” (Fabian)

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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