July 5
on this day, year by year
Here is July 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
“Ordinary” by Alex Warrenright behind it: “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae) and “Manchild” (Sabrina Carpenter)- Top album
- I'm the Problem by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Jurassic World Rebirth
- On Netflix
- Squid Game
- Most read on Wikipedia
Julian McMahon, Australian and American actor (1968–2025)died July 2
2024
- #1 song
“I Had Some Help” by Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallenright behind it: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” (Shaboozey) and “Not Like Us” (Kendrick Lamar)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Despicable Me 4
- On Netflix
- Supacell
- Most read on Wikipedia
Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2024 to 2026Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak concedes defeat to Labour Party leader Keir Starmer, ending 14 years of Conservative government. (Sky News)
2023
- #1 song
- “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Fast Car” (Luke Combs) and “Calm Down” (Rema & Selena Gomez)
- Top album
- One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
- On Netflix
- The Witcher
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “First Class” (Jack Harlow) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)- In theaters
- Minions: The Rise of Gru
- On Netflix
- Stranger Things
2021
- #1 song
“Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Kiss Me More” (Doja Cat Featuring SZA)- In theaters
- F9
- On Netflix
- Sex/Life
2020
- #1 song
“Rockstar” by DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Whats Poppin” (Jack Harlow Featuring DaBaby, Tory Lanez & Lil Wayne) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)- Most read on Wikipedia
Alexander Hamilton, American Founding Father (1750s–1804)
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish)- Top album
- Help Us Stranger by The Raconteursalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Spider-Man: Far From Home
- New games
- Sea of Solitude
2018
- #1 song
“I Like It” by Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvinright behind it: “Sad!” (XXXTENTACION) and “Lucid Dreams” (Juice WRLD)- In theaters
- Ant-Man and the Wasp
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “I'm The One” (DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne) and “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Despicable Me 3
2016
- #1 song
“One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Can't Stop The Feeling!” (Justin Timberlake) and “Panda” (Desiigner)- In theaters
- Finding Dory
- Most read on Wikipedia
Juno, Second NASA orbiter mission to Jupiter (2011–Present)NASA's Juno spacecraft reaches Jupiter and enters into its orbit after a five-year flight.- New games
- Tekken 7 · Megadimension Neptunia VII · Gardenscapes: New Acres
2015
- #1 song
“See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puthright behind it: “Bad Blood” (Taylor Swift Featuring Kendrick Lamar) and “Cheerleader” (OMI)- Top album
- Dark Before Dawn by Breaking Benjaminalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Inside Out
- First aired
- Charlotte · Dragon Ball Super
2014
2013
- #1 song
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “Get Lucky” (Daft Punk Featuring Pharrell Williams) and “Radioactive” (Imagine Dragons)- In theaters
- Despicable Me 2
2012
- #1 song
“Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsenright behind it: “Payphone” (Maroon 5 Featuring Wiz Khalifa) and “Somebody That I Used To Know” (Gotye Featuring Kimbra)- In theaters
- The Amazing Spider-Man
- New games
- Metal Gear Solid HD Collection · Spelunky · Anarchy Reigns
2011
- #1 song
“Give Me Everything” by Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayerright behind it: “Rolling In The Deep” (Adele) and “Party Rock Anthem” (LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock)- In theaters
- Transformers: Dark of the Moon
2010
- #1 song
“California Gurls” by Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Doggright behind it: “Love The Way You Lie” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna) and “OMG” (Usher Featuring will.i.am)- In theaters
- The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Boom Boom Pow” (The Black Eyed Peas) and “Best I Ever Had” (Drake)- In theaters
- Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
2008
- #1 song
“I Kissed A Girl” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Lollipop” (Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major) and “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis)- Top album
- Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends by Coldplayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Hancock
2007
- #1 song
“Umbrella” by Rihanna Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Party Like A Rockstar” (Shop Boyz) and “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie)- Top album
- Lost Highway by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Transformers
- New games
- Resident Evil 4
2006
- #1 song
- “Promiscuous” by Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbalandright behind it: “Hips Don't Lie” (Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jean) and “Do I Make You Proud” (Taylor Hicks)
- In theaters
- Superman Returns
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Inside Your Heaven” (Bo Bice) and “Inside Your Heaven” (Carrie Underwood)- In theaters
- War of the Worlds
- New games
- Façade
2004
- #1 song
“I Believe” by Fantasiaright behind it: “Burn” (Usher) and “Confessions Part II” (Usher)- Top album
Kiss of Death by Jadakissalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Spider-Man 2
2003
- #1 song
“This Is The Night” by Clay Aikenright behind it: “Flying Without Wings” (Ruben Studdard) and “Crazy In Love” (Beyonce Featuring Jay Z)- Top album
After the Storm by Monicaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
2002
- #1 song
“Hot In Herre” by Nellyright behind it: “Without Me” (Eminem) and “Foolish” (Ashanti)- Top album
The Eminem Show by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Men in Black II
- New games
- Soulcalibur II
2001
- #1 song
“U Remind Me” by Usherright behind it: “Lady Marmalade” (Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nk) and “Hanging By A Moment” (Lifehouse)- In theaters
- Cats & Dogs
- New games
- Harvest Moon: Save the Homeland
2000
- #1 song
“Be With You” by Enrique Iglesiasright behind it: “Try Again” (Aaliyah) and “I Turn To You” (Christina Aguilera)- Top album
The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Perfect Storm
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“If You Had My Love” by Jennifer Lopezright behind it: “Bills, Bills, Bills” (Destiny's Child) and “Last Kiss” (Pearl Jam)- In theaters
- Wild Wild West
- New games
- Discworld Noir
1998
- #1 song
“The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain) and “Too Close” (Next)- In theaters
- Armageddon
1997
- #1 song
“I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “MMMBop” (Hanson) and “Bitch” (Meredith Brooks)- Top album
Butterfly Kisses (Shades of Grace) by Bob Carlislealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Men in Black
1996
- #1 song
“Tha Crossroads” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmonyright behind it: “You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow” (Toni Braxton) and “How Do U Want It/California Love” (2Pac Featuring K-Ci And JoJo)- In theaters
- Independence Day
- New games
- Quake · Nights into Dreams
1995
- #1 song
“Waterfalls” by TLCright behind it: “Don't Take It Personal (Just One Of Dem Days)” (Monica) and “One More Chance/Stay With Me” (The Notorious B.I.G.)- Top album
- HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Apollo 13
1994
- #1 song
“I Swear” by All-4-Oneright behind it: “Regulate (From "Above The Rim")” (Warren G & Nate Dogg) and “Any Time, Any Place/And On And On” (Janet Jackson)- In theaters
- The Lion King
1993
- #1 song
“Weak” by SWVright behind it: “That's The Way Love Goes” (Janet Jackson) and “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team)- In theaters
- The Firm
1992
- #1 song
“Baby Got Back” by Sir Mix-A-Lotright behind it: “I'll Be There” (Mariah Carey) and “Under The Bridge” (Red Hot Chili Peppers)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Batman Returns
1991
- #1 song
“Rush Rush” by Paula Abdulright behind it: “Unbelievable” (EMF) and “I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")” (Color Me Badd)- Top album
For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge by Van Halenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day
1990
- #1 song
“Step By Step” by New Kids On The Blockright behind it: “It Must Have Been Love (From "Pretty Woman")” (Roxette) and “She Ain't Worth It” (Glenn Medeiros Featuring Bobby Brown)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Die Hard 2
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
- “Good Thing” by Fine Young Cannibalsright behind it: “Baby Don't Forget My Number” (Milli Vanilli) and “If You Don't Know Me By Now” (Simply Red)
- Top album
The Raw & the Cooked by Fine Young Cannibalsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Batman
- First aired
- Seinfeld premieres
1988
- #1 song
“The Flame” by Cheap Trickright behind it: “Mercedes Boy” (Pebbles) and “Pour Some Sugar On Me” (Def Leppard)- In theaters
- Coming to America
- New games
- Galaga '88
1987
- #1 song
“Alone” by Heartright behind it: “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” (Whitney Houston) and “Shakedown (From "Beverly Hills Cop II")” (Bob Seger)- In theaters
- Dragnet
1986
- #1 song
“There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)” by Billy Oceanright behind it: “Holding Back The Years” (Simply Red) and “Who's Johnny ("Short Circuit" Theme)” (El DeBarge)- In theaters
- The Karate Kid Part II
1985
- #1 song
“Sussudio” by Phil Collinsright behind it: “A View To A Kill” (Duran Duran) and “Raspberry Beret” (Prince And The Revolution)- Top album
No Jacket Required by Phil Collinsalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Back to the Future
- New games
- Hang-On
1984
- #1 song
“When Doves Cry” by Princeright behind it: “Dancing In The Dark” (Bruce Springsteen) and “Jump (for My Love)” (The Pointer Sisters)- 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)- In theaters
- Return of the Jedi
1982
- #1 song
“Don't You Want Me” by The Human Leagueright behind it: “Rosanna” (Toto) and “Hurts So Good” (John Cougar)- In theaters
- Rocky III
1981
- #1 song
- “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnesright behind it: “All Those Years Ago” (George Harrison) and “The One That You Love” (Air Supply)
- Top album
Mistaken Identity by Kim Carnesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Superman II
1980
- #1 song
“Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)” by Paul McCartney And Wingsright behind it: “Funkytown” (Lipps, Inc.) and “The Rose” (Bette Midler)- Top album
Glass Houses by Billy Joelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Empire Strikes Back
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Ring My Bell” by Anita Wardright behind it: “Bad Girls” (Donna Summer) and “Hot Stuff” (Donna Summer)- In theaters
- Moonraker
1978
- #1 song
“Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “Baker Street” (Gerry Rafferty) and “Take A Chance On Me” (ABBA)- Top album
City to City by Gerry Raffertyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Grease
1977
- #1 song
“Undercover Angel” by Alan O'Dayright behind it: “Da Doo Ron Ron” (Shaun Cassidy) and “Looks Like We Made It” (Barry Manilow)- In theaters
- The Deep
1976
- #1 song
“Afternoon Delight” by Starland Vocal Bandright behind it: “Kiss And Say Goodbye” (The Manhattans) and “I'll Be Good To You” (The Brothers Johnson)- Top album
Wings at the Speed of Sound by Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Love Will Keep Us Together” by The Captain & Tennilleright behind it: “The Hustle” (Van McCoy & The Soul City Symphony) and “Listen To What The Man Said” (Wings)- Top album
Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“Rock The Boat” by The Hues Corporationright behind it: “Sundown” (Gordon Lightfoot) and “Billy, Don't Be A Hero” (Bo Donaldson And The Heywoods)- Top album
Band on the Run by Paul McCartney & Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1973
- #1 song
“Will It Go Round In Circles” by Billy Prestonright behind it: “Kodachrome” (Paul Simon) and “My Love” (Paul McCartney And Wings)- Top album
Living in the Material World by George Harrisonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Lean On Me” by Bill Withersright behind it: “Outa-Space” (Billy Preston) and “Song Sung Blue” (Neil Diamond)
1971
- #1 song
- “It's Too Late/I Feel The Earth Move” by Carole Kingright behind it: “Indian Reservation (The Lament Of The Cherokee Reservation Indian)” (The Raiders) and “Treat Her Like A Lady” (Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose)
1970
- #1 song
“Mama Told Me (Not To Come)” by Three Dog Nightright behind it: “The Love You Save/I Found That Girl” (Jackson 5) and “Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)” (The Temptations)
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Love Theme From Romeo & Juliet” by Henry Mancini And His Orchestraright behind it: “Spinning Wheel” (Blood, Sweat & Tears) and “Bad Moon Rising” (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
1968
- #1 song
“This Guy's In Love With You” by Herb Alpertright behind it: “The Horse” (Cliff Nobles & Co.) and “Jumpin' Jack Flash” (The Rolling Stones)
1967
- #1 song
“Windy” by The Associationright behind it: “Little Bit O' Soul” (The Music Explosion) and “Can't Take My Eyes Off You” (Frankie Valli)- Top album
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“Paperback Writer” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Red Rubber Ball” (The Cyrkle) and “Strangers In The Night” (Frank Sinatra)- Top album
What Now My Love by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1965
- #1 song
“(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” (Four Tops) and “Mr. Tambourine Man” (The Byrds)
1964
- #1 song
“I Get Around” by The Beach Boysright behind it: “Memphis” (Johnny Rivers) and “Rag Doll” (The 4 Seasons Featuring the "Sound of Frankie Valli")- Top album
Hello, Dolly! by Louis Armstrongalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“Easier Said Than Done” by The Essexright behind it: “Sukiyaki” (Kyu Sakamoto) and “Blue On Blue” (Bobby Vinton)- Top album
Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1962
- #1 song
- “The Stripper” by David Rose and His Orchestraright behind it: “Roses Are Red (My Love)” (Bobby Vinton) and “I Can't Stop Loving You” (Ray Charles)
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
“Alley-Oop” by Hollywood Argylesright behind it: “I'm Sorry” (Brenda Lee) and “Everybody's Somebody's Fool” (Connie Francis)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“The Battle Of New Orleans” by Johnny Hortonright behind it: “Lonely Boy” (Paul Anka) and “Personality” (Lloyd Price and His Orchestra)
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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