June 5
on this day, year by year
Here is June 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 “Just In Case” (Morgan Wallen)- Top album
- I'm the Problem by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Lilo & Stitch
- On Netflix
- Ginny & Georgia
- New games
- Hogwarts Legacy · No Man's Sky · Deltarune
2024
- #1 song
“I Had Some Help” by Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Not Like Us” (Kendrick Lamar) and “Million Dollar Baby” (Tommy Richman)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Garfield Movie
- On Netflix
- Raising Voices
- New games
- Octopath Traveler · Octopath Traveler II
2023
- #1 song
“Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Karma” (Taylor Swift Featuring Ice Spice) and “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus)- In theaters
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
- On Netflix
- Manifest
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
- Harry's House by Harry Stylesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Top Gun: Maverick
- On Netflix
- Stranger Things
2021
- #1 song
“Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Good 4 U” (Olivia Rodrigo) and “Deja Vu” (Olivia Rodrigo)- In theaters
- The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
2020
- #1 song
“Rain On Me” by Lady Gaga & Ariana Granderight behind it: “Savage” (Megan Thee Stallion) and “Rockstar” (DaBaby Featuring Roddy Ricch)- Most read on Wikipedia
- Shooting of Breonna Taylor, 2020 police killing in Louisville, Kentucky, US
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
- When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Godzilla: King of the Monsters
- Most read on Wikipedia
Chernobyl disaster, 1986 nuclear accident in the Soviet Union
2018
- #1 song
“Nice For What” by Drakeright behind it: “Psycho” (Post Malone Featuring Ty Dolla $ign) and “God's Plan” (Drake)- Top album
- Shawn Mendes by Shawn Mendesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Solo: A Star Wars Story
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Kate Spade, American fashion designer (1962–2018)died June 5
- New games
- Vampyr · BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
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
- One More Light by Linkin Parkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Wonder Woman
- New games
- Monument Valley 2
2016
- #1 song
“One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Panda” (Desiigner) and “Can't Stop The Feeling!” (Justin Timberlake)- In theaters
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows
- Most read on Wikipedia
Muhammad Ali, American boxer and activist (1942–2016)died June 3
2015
- #1 song
“Bad Blood” by Taylor Swift Featuring Kendrick Lamarright behind it: “See You Again” (Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth) and “Trap Queen” (Fetty Wap)- Top album
- Blurryface by Twenty One Pilotsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Spy
- New games
- Tabletop Simulator
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
- The Fault in Our Stars
- New games
- Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth
2013
- #1 song
“Can't Hold Us” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Daltonright behind it: “Just Give Me A Reason” (P!nk Featuring Nate Ruess) and “Mirrors” (Justin Timberlake)- Top album
- Random Access Memories by Daft Punkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Fast & Furious 6
- New games
- Garry's Mod · State of Decay
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
- Snow White & the Huntsman
- New games
- Inversion
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
- X-Men: First Class
- First aired
- Teen Wolf premieres
2010
- #1 song
“OMG” by Usher Featuring will.i.amright behind it: “Airplanes” (B.o.B Featuring Hayley Williams) and “California Gurls” (Katy Perry Featuring Snoop Dogg)- Top album
- Glee: The Music, Volume 3 Showstoppersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Shrek Forever After
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga) and “Blame It” (Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain)- In theaters
- The Hangover
2008
- #1 song
“Lollipop” by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Majorright behind it: “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis) and “The Time Of My Life” (David Cook)- Top album
3 Doors Down by 3 Doors Downalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Kung Fu Panda
- New games
- The Incredible Hulk · Off · Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit
2007
- #1 song
“Umbrella” by Rihanna Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Party Like A Rockstar” (Shop Boyz) and “Makes Me Wonder” (Maroon 5)- Top album
It Won't Be Soon Before Long by Maroon 5also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
- New games
- Tomb Raider: Anniversary · Hospital Tycoon
2006
- #1 song
“Ridin'” by Chamillionaire Featuring Krayzie Boneright behind it: “Bad Day” (Daniel Powter) and “Promiscuous” (Nelly Furtado Featuring Timbaland)- In theaters
- The Break-Up
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Hollaback Girl” (Gwen Stefani) and “Oh” (Ciara Featuring Ludacris)- Top album
Out of Exile by Audioslavealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Madagascar
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
Confessions by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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
14 Shades of Grey by Staindalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- 2 Fast 2 Furious
2002
- #1 song
“Foolish” by Ashantiright behind it: “I Need A Girl (Part One)” (P. Diddy Featuring Usher & Loon) and “What's Luv?” (Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti)- Top album
The Eminem Show by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Sum of All Fears
- New games
- Digimon World 3
2001
- #1 song
“Lady Marmalade” by Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nkright behind it: “All For You” (Janet) and “Hanging By A Moment” (Lifehouse)- Top album
Break the Cycle by Staindalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Pearl Harbor
2000
- #1 song
“Maria Maria” by Santana Featuring The Product G&Bright behind it: “You Sang To Me” (Marc Anthony) and “Thong Song” (Sisqo)- Top album
The Marshall Mathers LP by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Mission: Impossible 2
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Livin' La Vida Loca” by Ricky Martinright behind it: “If You Had My Love” (Jennifer Lopez) and “No Scrubs” (TLC)- Top album
Millennium by Backstreet Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
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
It's Dark and Hell Is Hot by DMXalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Truman Show
1997
- #1 song
“MMMBop” by Hansonright behind it: “Return Of The Mack” (Mark Morrison) and “Say You'll Be There” (Spice Girls)- In theaters
- Con Air
1996
- #1 song
“Tha Crossroads” by Bone Thugs-N-Harmonyright behind it: “Always Be My Baby” (Mariah Carey) and “Because You Loved Me (From "Up Close & Personal")” (Celine Dion)- In theaters
- Mission: Impossible
1995
- #1 song
“Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman?” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “This Is How We Do It” (Montell Jordan) and “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” (Nicki French)- Top album
Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Casper
- New games
- EarthBound · Street Fighter Alpha
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)- In theaters
- The Flintstones
- New games
- Zelda's Adventure
1993
- #1 song
- “That's The Way Love Goes” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Freak Me” (Silk) and “Knockin' Da Boots” (H-Town)
- In theaters
- Cliffhanger
1992
- #1 song
- “Jump” by Kris Krossright behind it: “Under The Bridge” (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and “My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)” (En Vogue)
- Top album
Totally Krossed Out by Kris Krossalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Patriot Games
1991
- #1 song
“More Than Words” by Extremeright behind it: “I Wanna Sex You Up (From "New Jack City")” (Color Me Badd) and “Rush Rush” (Paula Abdul)- Top album
Spellbound by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Backdraft
1990
- #1 song
“Hold On” by Wilson Phillipsright behind it: “Vogue” (Madonna) and “Poison” (Bell Biv DeVoe)- Top album
Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em by MC Hammeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Total Recall
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Wind Beneath My Wings (From "Beaches")” by Bette Midlerright behind it: “I'll Be Loving You (Forever)” (New Kids On The Block) and “Every Little Step” (Bobby Brown)- Top album
The Raw & the Cooked by Fine Young Cannibalsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Return of the Jedi
- New games
- Populous
1988
- #1 song
- “One More Try” by George Michaelright behind it: “Together Forever” (Rick Astley) and “Everything Your Heart Desires” (Daryl Hall John Oates)
- In theaters
- Crocodile Dundee II
1987
- #1 song
“You Keep Me Hangin' On” by Kim Wilderight behind it: “Always” (Atlantic Starr) and “Head To Toe” (Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam)- Top album
The Joshua Tree by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Beverly Hills Cop II
- New games
- Athena
1986
- #1 song
“Live To Tell” by Madonnaright behind it: “On My Own” (Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald) and “Greatest Love Of All” (Whitney Houston)- Top album
Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Top Gun
1985
- #1 song
“Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears For Fearsright behind it: “Everything She Wants” (Wham!) 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: “Let's Hear It For The Boy” (Deniece Williams) and “Oh, Sherrie” (Steve Perry)- In theaters
- Star Trek III: The Search for Spock
1983
- #1 song
“Flashdance...What A Feeling” by Irene Cararight behind it: “Let's Dance” (David Bowie) and “Time (Clock Of The Heart)” (Culture Club)- 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 “I've Never Been To Me” (Charlene)- Top album
Tug of War by Paul McCartneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
1981
- #1 song
“Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnesright behind it: “Being With You” (Smokey Robinson) and “Medley” (Stars On 45)- Top album
Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Cheech and Chong's Nice Dreams
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
Against the Wind by Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Empire Strikes Back
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Love You Inside Out” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Hot Stuff” (Donna Summer) and “We Are Family” (Sister Sledge)- Top album
Breakfast in America by Supertrampalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Alien
1978
- #1 song
“You're The One That I Want” by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Shadow Dancing” (Andy Gibb) and “Too Much, Too Little, Too Late” (Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams)- In theaters
- Capricorn One
1977
- #1 song
“I'm Your Boogie Man” by KC And The Sunshine Bandright behind it: “Dreams” (Fleetwood Mac) and “Got To Give It Up (Pt. I)” (Marvin Gaye)- In theaters
- Star Wars
- In sports
- 1977 NBA Finals: Portland Trail Blazers
1976
- #1 song
“Love Hangover” by Diana Rossright behind it: “Silly Love Songs” (Wings) and “Get Up And Boogie (That's Right)” (Silver Convention)- Top album
Black and Blue by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Thank God I'm A Country Boy” by John Denverright behind it: “Sister Golden Hair” (America) and “How Long” (Ace)- Top album
Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“Band On The Run” by Paul McCartney And Wingsright behind it: “The Streak” (Ray Stevens) and “You Make Me Feel Brand New” (The Stylistics)- 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: “Frankenstein” (Edgar Winter Group) 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 “Oh Girl” (The Chi-lites)- Top album
Thick as a Brick by Jethro Tullalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1971
- #1 song
- “Brown Sugar” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “Joy To The World” (Three Dog Night) and “Want Ads” (The Honey Cone)
- Top album
Sticky Fingers by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1970
- #1 song
“Everything Is Beautiful” by Ray Stevensright behind it: “Which Way You Goin' Billy?” (The Poppy Family (Featuring Susan Jacks)) and “Love On A Two-Way Street” (The Moments)
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Get Back” by The Beatles With Billy Prestonright behind it: “Love (Can Make You Happy)” (Mercy) and “Grazing In The Grass” (The Friends Of Distinction)
1968
- #1 song
- “Mrs. Robinson” by Simon & Garfunkelright behind it: “Tighten Up” (Archie Bell & The Drells) and “This Guy's In Love With You” (Herb Alpert)
1967
- #1 song
“Respect” by Aretha Franklinright behind it: “Groovin'” (The Young Rascals) and “I Got Rhythm” (The Happenings)
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
“Help Me, Rhonda” by The Beach Boysright behind it: “Wooly Bully” (Sam The Sham and the Pharaohs) and “Back In My Arms Again” (The Supremes)
1964
- #1 song
“Chapel Of Love” by The Dixie Cupsright behind it: “Love Me Do” (The Beatles) and “My Guy” (Mary Wells)
1963
- #1 song
“It's My Party” by Lesley Goreright behind it: “Sukiyaki” (Kyu Sakamoto) and “Da Doo Ron Ron (When He Walked Me Home)” (The Crystals)- 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 “Lovers Who Wander” (Dion)
1961
- #1 song
“Running Scared” by Roy Orbisonright behind it: “Travelin' Man” (Ricky Nelson) and “Daddy's Home” (Shep And The Limelites)
1960
- #1 song
“Cathy's Clown” by The Everly Brothersright behind it: “Stuck On You” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Good Timin'” (Jimmy Jones)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“The Battle Of New Orleans” by Johnny Hortonright behind it: “Dream Lover” (Bobby Darin) 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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