June 15

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

The Voice of the Heroes (2021) album cover

My Turn (2020) album cover

Center Point Road (2019) album cover

Ye (2018) album cover

True to Self (2017) album cover

Views (2016) album cover

Platinum (2014) album cover

Random Access Memories (2013) album cover

Born and Raised (2012) album cover

Born This Way (2011) album cover

To the Sea (2010) album cover

Indestructible (2008) album cover

Double Up (2007) album cover

Here is June 15 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 15? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Manchild” by Sabrina Carpenterright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae)
Top album: I'm the Problem by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: How to Train Your Dragon
On Netflix: Ginny & Georgia

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: Inside Out 2
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: The Flash
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: The Voice of the Heroes by Lil Babyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: A Quiet Place Part II
New games: Widelands

2020

#1 song: “Rockstar” by DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Savage” (Megan Thee Stallion) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)
Top album: My Turn by Lil Babyalso on Spotify, YouTube
Most read on Wikipedia: Sushant Singh Rajput, Indian actor (1986–2020)died June 14

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: Men in Black: International

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: Incredibles 2
Most read on Wikipedia: 2018 FIFA World Cup, Association football tournament in Russia
New games: Among Us · Lego The Incredibles

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: Cars 3
New games: The King of Fighters XIV · Angry Birds Evolution

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
New games: Rhythm Heaven Megamix

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: How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful by Florence and the Machinealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jurassic World
In sports: 2015 Stanley Cup Finals: Chicago Blackhawks
New games: Sad Satan

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: Platinum by Miranda Lambertalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: 22 Jump Street

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: Man of Steel
New games: Animal Crossing: New Leaf

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

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
In sports: 2011 Stanley Cup Finals: Boston Bruins

2010

#1 song: “California Gurls” by Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Doggright behind it: “OMG” (Usher Featuring will.i.am) and “Airplanes” (B.o.B Featuring Hayley Williams)
Top album: To the Sea by Jack Johnsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Karate Kid
New games: Toy Story 3 · Dance on Broadway

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)” (Pitbull) and “Knock You Down” (Keri Hilson Featuring Kanye West & Ne-Yo)
Top album: Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King by Dave Matthews Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Hangover

2008

#1 song: “Lollipop” by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Majorright behind it: “Viva La Vida” (Coldplay) and “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis)
Top album: Indestructible by Disturbedalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Incredible Hulk

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: Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer
New games: Mortal Kombat: Armageddon · Colin McRae: Dirt · Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer

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
New games: Call of Duty 2 · Digimon World DS

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: “The Reason” (Hoobastank) and “I Don't Wanna Know” (Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy)
Top album: Confessions by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
New games: Joint Operations: Typhoon Rising

2003

#1 song: “21 Questions” by 50 Cent Featuring Nate Doggright behind it: “Get Busy” (Sean Paul) and “Magic Stick” (Lil' Kim Featuring 50 Cent)
Top album: St. Anger by Metallicaalso 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: Scooby-Doo

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: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
New games: Original War

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: Shaft

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: “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain) and “Too Close” (Next)
Top album: MP Da Last Don by Master Palso 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 “Return Of The Mack” (Mark Morrison)
Top album: Wu-Tang Forever by Wu-Tang Clanalso 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 Cable Guy

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: Batman Forever

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: “Weak” (SWV) and “Knockin' Da Boots” (H-Town)
Top album: janet. by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jurassic Park
New games: Leisure Suit Larry 6: Shape Up or Slip Out!

1992

#1 song: “I'll Be There” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Baby Got Back” (Sir Mix-A-Lot) and “Jump” (Kris Kross)
Top album: Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Patriot Games

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: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
New games: 4D Sports Boxing

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: Dick Tracy

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: Ghostbusters II
New games: Thunder Force II

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
New games: Gumshoe

1987

#1 song: “Head To Toe” by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jamright behind it: “Always” (Atlantic Starr) and “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)” (Whitney Houston)
Top album: The Joshua Tree by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Predator
New games: Donkey Kong Jr.

1986

#1 song: “On My Own” by Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonaldright behind it: “There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)” (Billy Ocean) and “Crush On You” (The Jets)
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

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
First aired: Blackadder premieres

1982

#1 song: “Ebony And Ivory” by Paul McCartney And Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Don't You Want Me” (The Human League) and “Rosanna” (Toto)
Top album: Asia by Asiaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

1981

#1 song: “Medley” by Stars On 45right behind it: “Bette Davis Eyes” (Kim Carnes) 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: 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: “When Will I Be Loved” (Linda Ronstadt) and “Wildfire” (Michael Murphey)
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: “It's Too Late/I Feel The Earth Move” by Carole Kingright behind it: “Rainy Days And Mondays” (Carpenters) and “Want Ads” (The Honey Cone)
Top album: Tapestry by Carole Kingalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “The Long And Winding Road/For You Blue” by The Beatlesright behind it: “The Love You Save/I Found That Girl” (Jackson 5) and “Which Way You Goin' Billy?” (The Poppy Family (Featuring Susan Jacks))
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 “Bad Moon Rising” (Creedence Clearwater Revival)
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: “I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)” by Four Topsright behind it: “Mr. Tambourine Man” (The Byrds) and “Wooly Bully” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs)
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 “I Get Around” (The Beach Boys)
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: “Moody River” by Pat Booneright behind it: “Travelin' Man” (Ricky Nelson) and “Quarter To Three” (U.S. Bonds)

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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