June 12

on this day, year by year

I'm the Problem (2025) album cover

The Tortured Poets Department (2024) album cover

5-Star (2023) album cover

Evermore (2021) album cover

Chromatica (2020) album cover

Center Point Road (2019) album cover

Ye (2018) album cover

True to Self (2017) album cover

Views (2016) album cover

Ghost Stories (2014) album cover

Random Access Memories (2013) album cover

Born and Raised (2012) album cover

Born This Way (2011) album cover

Glee: The Music, Volume 3 Showstoppers (2010) album cover

Relapse (2009) album cover

Here I Stand (2008) album cover

Here is June 12 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 June 12? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Ordinary” by Alex Warrenright behind it: “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae) and “Just In Case” (Morgan Wallen)
Top album: I'm the Problem by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: How to Train Your Dragon
On Netflix: Ginny & Georgia
Most read on Wikipedia: Vijay Rupani, Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2016 to 2021died June 12

2024

#1 song: “I Had Some Help” by Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Houdini” (Eminem) and “Million Dollar Baby” (Tommy Richman)
Top album: The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Bad Boys: Ride or Die
On Netflix: Bridgerton

2023

#1 song: “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus) and “Calm Down” (Rema & Selena Gomez)
Top album: 5-Star by Stray Kidsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
On Netflix: Bloodhounds

2022

#1 song: “As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “First Class” (Jack Harlow) and “Wait For U” (Future Featuring Drake & Tems)
Top album: Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunnyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Jurassic World Dominion
On Netflix: Stranger Things

2021

#1 song: “Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Levitating” (Dua Lipa Featuring DaBaby)
Top album: Evermore by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: A Quiet Place Part II
Most read on Wikipedia: Christian Eriksen, Danish footballer (born 1992)The group stage match between Denmark and Finland in Copenhagen is suspended following the collapse of Danish player Christian Eriksen during the first half. UEFA reports that…

2020

#1 song: “Rockstar” by DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Savage” (Megan Thee Stallion) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)
Top album: Chromatica by Lady Gagaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

2019

#1 song: “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish) and “Talk” (Khalid)
Top album: Center Point Road by Thomas Rhettalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Secret Life of Pets 2
In sports: 2019 Stanley Cup Finals: St. Louis Blues

2018

#1 song: “Psycho” by Post Malone Featuring Ty Dolla $ignright behind it: “Nice For What” (Drake) and “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin)
Top album: Ye by Kanye Westalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ocean's 8
Most read on Wikipedia: Kim Jong-un, Supreme leader of North Korea since 2011U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean Chairman Kim Jong-un meet for a historic summit on Sentosa Island in Singapore. This marks the first time that the leaders of both…
New games: Hollow Knight · Fortnite Battle Royale · Jurassic World Evolution

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars) and “I'm The One” (DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne)
Top album: True to Self by Bryson Tilleralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Wonder Woman

2016

#1 song: “One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Panda” (Desiigner) and “Can't Stop The Feeling!” (Justin Timberlake)
Top album: Views by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Conjuring 2
Most read on Wikipedia: Christina Grimmie, American singer and YouTuber (1994–2016)died June 10
In sports: 2016 Stanley Cup Finals: San Jose Sharks

2015

#1 song: “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puthright behind it: “Bad Blood” (Taylor Swift Featuring Kendrick Lamar) and “Trap Queen” (Fetty Wap)
Top album: At. Long. Last. ASAP by ASAP Rockyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jurassic World

2014

#1 song: “Fancy” by Iggy Azalea Featuring Charli XCXright behind it: “Problem” (Ariana Grande Featuring Iggy Azalea) and “All Of Me” (John Legend)
Top album: Ghost Stories by Coldplayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: 22 Jump Street
New games: Geometry Dash · Rise of Nations · Love Live! School Idol Festival

2013

#1 song: “Can't Hold Us” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Daltonright behind it: “Mirrors” (Justin Timberlake) and “Get Lucky” (Daft Punk Featuring Pharrell Williams)
Top album: Random Access Memories by Daft Punkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Purge
New games: Tekken Revolution

2012

#1 song: “Somebody That I Used To Know” by Gotye Featuring Kimbraright behind it: “Call Me Maybe” (Carly Rae Jepsen) and “Payphone” (Maroon 5 Featuring Wiz Khalifa)
Top album: Born and Raised by John Mayeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
New games: Lollipop Chainsaw · Metal Gear Solid HD Collection

2011

#1 song: “Rolling In The Deep” by Adeleright behind it: “Give Me Everything” (Pitbull Featuring Ne-Yo, Afrojack & Nayer) and “E.T.” (Katy Perry Featuring Kanye West)
Top album: Born This Way by Lady Gagaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Super 8

2010

#1 song: “OMG” by Usher Featuring will.i.amright behind it: “California Gurls” (Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Dogg) and “Airplanes” (B.o.B Featuring Hayley Williams)
Top album: Glee: The Music, Volume 3 Showstoppersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Karate Kid

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga) and “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)” (Pitbull)
Top album: Relapse by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Hangover
In sports: 2009 Stanley Cup Finals: Pittsburgh Penguins
New games: Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings · Virtua Tennis 2009

2008

#1 song: “Lollipop” by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Majorright behind it: “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis) and “Viva La Vida” (Coldplay)
Top album: Here I Stand by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Incredible Hulk
New games: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots · Ōkami · Obscure II

2007

#1 song: “Umbrella” by Rihanna Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Party Like A Rockstar” (Shop Boyz) and “Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin')” (T-Pain Featuring Yung Joc)
Top album: Double Up by R. Kellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ocean's Thirteen
New games: Scarface: The World Is Yours

2006

#1 song: “Hips Don't Lie” by Shakira Featuring Wyclef Jeanright behind it: “Ridin'” (Chamillionaire Featuring Krayzie Bone) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)
Top album: Taking the Long Way by Dixie Chicksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cars

2005

#1 song: “We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Hollaback Girl” (Gwen Stefani) and “Just A Lil Bit” (50 Cent)
Top album: The Emancipation of Mimi by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Mr. & Mrs. Smith

2004

#1 song: “Burn” by Usherright behind it: “I Don't Wanna Know” (Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy) and “Naughty Girl” (Beyonce)
Top album: Under My Skin by Avril Lavignealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
First aired: Samurai 7 premieres

2003

#1 song: “21 Questions” by 50 Cent Featuring Nate Doggright behind it: “Get Busy” (Sean Paul) and “I Know What You Want” (Busta Rhymes & Mariah Carey Featuring The Flipmode Squad)
Top album: How the West Was Won by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Finding Nemo

2002

#1 song: “Foolish” by Ashantiright behind it: “I Need A Girl (Part One)” (P. Diddy Featuring Usher & Loon) and “Hot In Herre” (Nelly)
Top album: The Eminem Show by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Sum of All Fears
New games: Metal Slug 4 · Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne

2001

#1 song: “Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nkright behind it: “Hanging By A Moment” (Lifehouse) and “All For You” (Janet)
Top album: Break the Cycle by Staindalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Swordfish
New games: Half-Life: Blue Shift · Emperor: Battle for Dune

2000

#1 song: “Try Again” by Aaliyahright behind it: “Breathe” (Faith Hill) and “Everything You Want” (Vertical Horizon)
Top album: The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gone in 60 Seconds
New games: Tomb Raider

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “If You Had My Love” by Jennifer Lopezright behind it: “Livin' La Vida Loca” (Ricky Martin) and “No Scrubs” (TLC)
Top album: Millennium by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me

1998

#1 song: “The Boy Is Mine” by Brandy & Monicaright behind it: “Too Close” (Next) and “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain)
Top album: City of Angels by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Truman Show

1997

#1 song: “I'll Be Missing You” by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112right behind it: “MMMBop” (Hanson) and “Say You'll Be There” (Spice Girls)
Top album: Spice by Spice Girlsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Speed 2: Cruise Control

1996

#1 song: “Tha Crossroads” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmonyright behind it: “Always Be My Baby” (Mariah Carey) and “Give Me One Reason” (Tracy Chapman)
Top album: The Score by Fugeesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Rock

1995

#1 song: “Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman?” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “Water Runs Dry” (Boyz II Men) and “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” (Nicki French)
Top album: Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Congo
New games: Wing Commander III: Heart of the Tiger

1994

#1 song: “I Swear” by All-4-Oneright behind it: “I'll Remember (From "With Honors")” (Madonna) and “Any Time, Any Place/And On And On” (Janet Jackson)
Top album: Ill Communication by Beastie Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Speed

1993

#1 song: “That's The Way Love Goes” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Freak Me” (Silk) and “Knockin' Da Boots” (H-Town)
Top album: janet. by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jurassic Park

1992

#1 song: “Jump” by Kris Krossright 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: Patriot Games
New games: OutRunners

1991

#1 song: “Rush Rush” by Paula Abdulright behind it: “I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")” (Color Me Badd) and “More Than Words” (Extreme)
Top album: Spellbound by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: City Slickers

1990

#1 song: “It Must Have Been Love (From "Pretty Woman")” by Roxetteright behind it: “Hold On” (Wilson Phillips) and “Poison” (Bell Biv DeVoe)
Top album: Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em by MC Hammeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Another 48 Hrs.

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “I'll Be Loving You (Forever)” by New Kids On The Blockright behind it: “Wind Beneath My Wings (From "Beaches")” (Bette Midler) and “Every Little Step” (Bobby Brown)
Top album: The Raw & the Cooked by Fine Young Cannibalsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Star Trek V: The Final Frontier

1988

#1 song: “Together Forever” by Rick Astleyright behind it: “One More Try” (George Michael) and “Foolish Beat” (Debbie Gibson)
Top album: Faith by George Michaelalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Crocodile Dundee II

1987

#1 song: “Always” by Atlantic Starrright behind it: “You Keep Me Hangin' On” (Kim Wilde) and “Head To Toe” (Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam)
Top album: The Joshua Tree by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Predator

1986

#1 song: “On My Own” by Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonaldright behind it: “Live To Tell” (Madonna) and “I Can't Wait” (Nu Shooz)
Top album: Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Back to School

1985

#1 song: “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears For Fearsright behind it: “Heaven” (Bryan Adams) and “Axel F” (Harold Faltermeyer)
Top album: Around the World in a Day by Prince and the Revolutionalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Rambo: First Blood Part II

1984

#1 song: “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauperright behind it: “The Reflex” (Duran Duran) and “Let's Hear It For The Boy” (Deniece Williams)
Top album: Footloose by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ghostbusters
In sports: 1984 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics

1983

#1 song: “Flashdance...What A Feeling” by Irene Cararight behind it: “Time (Clock Of The Heart)” (Culture Club) and “Let's Dance” (David Bowie)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Return of the Jedi

1982

#1 song: “Ebony And Ivory” by Paul McCartney And Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Don't Talk To Strangers” (Rick Springfield) and “Don't You Want Me” (The Human League)
Top album: Tug of War by Paul McCartneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

1981

#1 song: “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnesright behind it: “Medley” (Stars On 45) and “Sukiyaki” (A Taste Of Honey)
Top album: Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Raiders of the Lost Ark

1980

#1 song: “Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc.right behind it: “Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)” (Paul McCartney And Wings) and “Biggest Part Of Me” (Ambrosia)
Top album: Glass Houses by Billy Joelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Empire Strikes Back

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “Hot Stuff” by Donna Summerright behind it: “We Are Family” (Sister Sledge) and “Ring My Bell” (Anita Ward)
Top album: Bad Girls by Donna Summeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Alien

1978

#1 song: “Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “You're The One That I Want” (John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John) and “Baker Street” (Gerry Rafferty)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Damien: Omen II

1977

#1 song: “Dreams” by Fleetwood Macright behind it: “Got To Give It Up (Pt. I)” (Marvin Gaye) and “Gonna Fly Now” (Bill Conti)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars

1976

#1 song: “Silly Love Songs” by Wingsright behind it: “Get Up And Boogie (That's Right)” (Silver Convention) and “Misty Blue” (Dorothy Moore)
Top album: Black and Blue by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube

1975

#1 song: “Sister Golden Hair” by Americaright behind it: “Love Will Keep Us Together” (The Captain & Tennille) and “When Will I Be Loved” (Linda Ronstadt)
Top album: Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “Billy, Don't Be A Hero” by Bo Donaldson And The Heywoodsright behind it: “You Make Me Feel Brand New” (The Stylistics) and “Sundown” (Gordon Lightfoot)
Top album: Band on the Run by Paul McCartney & Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube

1973

#1 song: “My Love” by Paul McCartney And Wingsright behind it: “Playground In My Mind” (Clint Holmes) and “Pillow Talk” (Sylvia (r&b))
Top album: Red Rose Speedway by Paul McCartney and Wingsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “The Candy Man” by Sammy Davis, Jr. with The Mike Curb Congregationright behind it: “I'll Take You There” (The Staple Singers) and “Song Sung Blue” (Neil Diamond)
Top album: Exile on Main St. by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Want Ads” by The Honey Coneright behind it: “Brown Sugar” (The Rolling Stones) and “Rainy Days And Mondays” (Carpenters)
Top album: Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “The Long And Winding Road/For You Blue” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Which Way You Goin' Billy?” (The Poppy Family (Featuring Susan Jacks)) and “Everything Is Beautiful” (Ray Stevens)
Top album: Let It Be by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Get Back” by The Beatles With Billy Prestonright behind it: “Love Theme From Romeo & Juliet” (Henry Mancini And His Orchestra) and “In The Ghetto” (Elvis Presley)
Top album: Hair by Original Castalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1968

#1 song: “Mrs. Robinson” by Simon & Garfunkelright behind it: “This Guy's In Love With You” (Herb Alpert) and “Mony Mony” (Tommy James And The Shondells)
Top album: The Graduate by Simon & Garfunkel / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube

1967

#1 song: “Groovin'” by The Young Rascalsright behind it: “Respect” (Aretha Franklin) and “She'd Rather Be With Me” (The Turtles)
Top album: Sounds Like... by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “Paint It, Black” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind?” (The Lovin' Spoonful) and “I Am A Rock” (Simon & Garfunkel)
Top album: What Now My Love by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “Back In My Arms Again” by The Supremesright behind it: “Wooly Bully” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs) and “Crying In The Chapel” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires)
Top album: Mary Poppins by Buena Vistaalso on Spotify, YouTube

1964

#1 song: “Chapel Of Love” by The Dixie Cupsright behind it: “A World Without Love” (Peter And Gordon) and “Love Me With All Your Heart (Cuando Calienta El Sol)” (The Ray Charles Singers)
Top album: Hello, Dolly! by Louis Armstrongalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1963

#1 song: “Sukiyaki” by Kyu Sakamotoright behind it: “It's My Party” (Lesley Gore) and “You Can't Sit Down” (The Dovells)
Top album: Days of Wine and Roses by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube

1962

#1 song: “I Can't Stop Loving You” by Ray Charlesright behind it: “Stranger On The Shore” (Mr. Acker Bilk) and “It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin'” (Johnny Tillotson)

1961

#1 song: “Travelin' Man” by Ricky Nelsonright behind it: “Moody River” (Pat Boone) and “Running Scared” (Roy Orbison)

1960

#1 song: “Cathy's Clown” by The Everly Brothersright behind it: “Everybody's Somebody's Fool” (Connie Francis) and “Burning Bridges” (Jack Scott)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “The Battle Of New Orleans” by Johnny Hortonright behind it: “Personality” (Lloyd Price and His Orchestra) and “Dream Lover” (Bobby Darin)

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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