June 6
on this day, year by year
Here is June 6 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
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
- Bad Boys: Ride or Die
- On Netflix
- Raising Voices
- New games
- Assassin's Creed Mirage
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
- New games
- Diablo IV · Amnesia: The Bunker
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 “Levitating” (Dua Lipa Featuring DaBaby)- 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
- The Secret Life of Pets 2
- Most read on Wikipedia
Normandy landings, World War II landing operation in EuropePresident of France Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Theresa May, Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau and President of the United States Donald Trump…- New games
- Hell Let Loose
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
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
- Most read on Wikipedia
Bill Millin, Bagpiper during World War II- New games
- SINoALICE
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- New games
- Hearts of Iron IV
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
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
- Tomodachi Life
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
- The Purge
- New games
- Paper Mario: Sticker Star
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
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
- Launched
- Twitch
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
- 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
- Deca Sports · Magnetica
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
- In sports
- 2007 Stanley Cup Finals: Ottawa Senators
- New games
- Shrek the Third · Pac-Man Championship Edition
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
- New games
- Cars
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)- 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
- New games
- Donkey Kong Country · WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgames!
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
- The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
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
- New games
- ISS Pro Evolution · F1 Championship Season 2000
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
- 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
- First aired
- Sex and the City premieres
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
- The Rock
- New games
- Darkstalkers: The Night Warriors
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
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
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
- New games
- Syndicate
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
- City Slickers
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
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
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
- New games
- Gumshoe
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 “Don't You Want Me” (The Human League)- 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
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- In sports
- 1976 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics
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
“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- In space
- Soyuz 11 launches
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
“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)
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
“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: “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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