June 8

on this day, year by year

I'm the Problem (2025) album cover

The Tortured Poets Department (2024) album cover

Midnights (2023) album cover

Harry's House (2022) album cover

Evermore (2021) album cover

Chromatica (2020) album cover

When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) album cover

Shawn Mendes (2018) album cover

One More Light (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 is June 8 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 8? 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: Lilo & Stitch
On Netflix: Ginny & Georgia
Most read on Wikipedia: Jannik Sinner, Italian tennis player (born 2001)In tennis, Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz wins his second men's singles title at the French Open and his fifth Grand Slam overall after defeating Italian Jannik Sinner 4–6,…

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

2023

#1 song: “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Karma” (Taylor Swift Featuring Ice Spice) and “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus)
Top album: Midnights by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
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 “Levitating” (Dua Lipa Featuring DaBaby)
Top album: Evermore by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
New games: Chivalry 2

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
Most read on Wikipedia: Edward Colston, English merchant and slave trader (1636–1721)

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

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: Ocean's 8
Most read on Wikipedia: Anthony Bourdain, American chef and travel documentarian (1956–2018)died June 8
New games: Muv-Luv

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: James Comey, American lawyer (born 1960)James Comey, the former FBI Director who was dismissed by President Donald Trump last month, appears before the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence. Comey…
New games: Persona 5 · Dirt 4 · Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

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: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows

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: 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

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: Love Live! School Idol Festival

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: Scania Truck Driving Simulator

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

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
First aired: Pretty Little Liars premieres
New games: Green Day: Rock Band

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
New games: Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Minis March Again!

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: Kung Fu Panda
New games: De Blob

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: Ocean's Thirteen
New games: Balloon Fight · Brothers in Arms DS · Hospital Tycoon

2006

#1 song: “Ridin'” by Chamillionaire Featuring Krayzie Boneright behind it: “Bad Day” (Daniel Powter) 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 “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: Under My Skin by Avril Lavignealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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: How the West Was Won by Led Zeppelinalso 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

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: Swordfish

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: Gone in 60 Seconds
New games: Hogs of War · All Star Pro-Wrestling

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
New games: Conker's Pocket Tales

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: 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)
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: “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: Congo

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: The Sign by Ace of Basealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Flintstones
New games: Ridge Racer 2

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: Cliffhanger

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

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
New games: Final Fantasy Adventure

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: Another 48 Hrs.
New games: Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers · Thunder Force III

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: Star Trek V: The Final Frontier

1988

#1 song: “One More Try” by George Michaelright behind it: “Together Forever” (Rick Astley) and “Everything Your Heart Desires” (Daryl Hall John Oates)
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: Beverly Hills Cop II

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: Top Gun
In sports: 1986 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics

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)
Top album: Footloose by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ghostbusters

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)
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: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
In sports: 1982 NBA Finals: Los Angeles Lakers

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: 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: Glass Houses by Billy Joelalso 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)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
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
In space: Venera 9 launches

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

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: “Tighten Up” (Archie Bell & The Drells) and “This Guy's In Love With You” (Herb Alpert)
Top album: Bookends by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “Respect” by Aretha Franklinright behind it: “Groovin'” (The Young Rascals) and “I Got Rhythm” (The Happenings)
Top album: More of The Monkees by Colgemsalso 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: “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: “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: “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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