March 14

on this day, year by year

Black Panther: The Album (2018) album cover

Here is March 14 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 March 14? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar & SZAright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “Not Like Us” (Kendrick Lamar)
Top album: GNX by Kendrick Lamaralso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Novocaine
On Netflix: Adolescence
New games: WWE 2K25

2024

#1 song: “Carnival” by ¥$: Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign Featuring Rich The Kid & Playboi Cartiright behind it: “Lose Control” (Teddy Swims) and “Lovin On Me” (Jack Harlow)
Top album: One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Kung Fu Panda 4
On Netflix: The Gentlemen
New games: What the Golf?

2023

#1 song: “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus) and “Kill Bill” (SZA)
Top album: One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Scream VI
On Netflix: The Glory
Most read on Wikipedia: Everything Everywhere All at Once, 2022 film by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert
New games: WWE 2K23

2022

#1 song: “Heat Waves” by Glass Animalsright behind it: “We Don't Talk About Bruno” (Carolina Gaitan, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero, Stephanie Beatriz & Encanto Cast) and “Super Gremlin” (Kodak Black)
Top album: Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: BTS Permission to Dance on Stage — Seoul: Live Viewing
On Netflix: The Last Kingdom
Most read on Wikipedia: William Hurt, American actor (1950–2022)died March 13

2021

#1 song: “What's Next” by Drakeright behind it: “Wants And Needs” (Drake Featuring Lil Baby) and “Lemon Pepper Freestyle” (Drake Featuring Rick Ross)
Top album: Dangerous: The Double Album by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Avatar
Most read on Wikipedia: Marvelous Marvin Hagler, American boxer (1954–2021)died March 13
Award night: 63rd Annual Grammy Awards: Folklore wins Album of the Year

2020

#1 song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Don't Start Now” (Dua Lipa)
Top album: My Turn by Lil Babyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Sonic the Hedgehog
Most read on Wikipedia: United States Senate, Upper house of the US CongressU.S. Senator Bernie Sanders wins the Northern Mariana Islands Democratic caucuses.

2019

#1 song: “Sucker” by Jonas Brothersright behind it: “7 Rings” (Ariana Grande) and “Please Me” (Cardi B & Bruno Mars)
Top album: Wasteland, Baby! by Hozieralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Captain Marvel

2018

#1 song: “God's Plan” by Drakeright behind it: “Perfect” (Ed Sheeran) and “Finesse” (Bruno Mars & Cardi B)
Top album: Black Panther: The Album by Kendrick Lamar / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Black Panther
Most read on Wikipedia: Stephen Hawking, English theoretical physicist (1942–2018)British physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking dies aged 76 at his home in Cambridge. (The Guardian) (The New York Times)
New games: Florence

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “Bad And Boujee” (Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vert) and “I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)” (Zayn / Taylor Swift)
Top album: Hndrxxalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Kong: Skull Island
New games: Dead Rising 4 · Styx: Shards of Darkness

2016

#1 song: “Work” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber) and “Stressed Out” (twenty one pilots)
Top album: I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet So Unaware of It by The 1975also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Zootopia
Most read on Wikipedia: Genie, American feral child (born 1957)
In space: ExoMars launches

2015

#1 song: “Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran) and “Sugar” (Maroon 5)
Top album: Dark Sky Paradise by Big Seanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cinderella

2014

#1 song: “Happy” by Pharrell Williamsright behind it: “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J) and “Talk Dirty” (Jason Derulo Featuring 2 Chainz)
Top album: Oxymoron by Schoolboy Qalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Mr. Peabody & Sherman

2013

#1 song: “Harlem Shake” by Baauerright behind it: “Thrift Shop” (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz) and “When I Was Your Man” (Bruno Mars)
Top album: Unorthodox Jukebox by Bruno Marsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Oz the Great and Powerful
New games: Sword Art Online: Infinity Moment · Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 Remix

2012

#1 song: “We Are Young” by fun. Featuring Janelle Monaeright behind it: “Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)” (Kelly Clarkson) and “Set Fire To The Rain” (Adele)
Top album: 21 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Lorax
New games: Journey

2011

#1 song: “Born This Way” by Lady Gagaright behind it: “F**k You! (Forget You)” (CeeLo Green) and “S&M” (Rihanna Featuring Britney Spears)
Top album: 21 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Battle: Los Angeles

2010

#1 song: “Break Your Heart” by Taio Cruz Featuring Ludacrisright behind it: “Need You Now” (Lady Antebellum) and “BedRock” (Young Money Featuring Lloyd)
Top album: Need You Now by Lady Antebellumalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Alice in Wonderland
New games: Double Spoiler

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Right Round” by Flo Ridaright behind it: “Dead And Gone” (T.I. Featuring Justin Timberlake) and “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga)
Top album: Fearless by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Race to Witch Mountain

2008

#1 song: “Love In This Club” by Usher Featuring Young Jeezyright behind it: “Low” (Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain) and “With You” (Chris Brown)
Top album: Discipline by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Horton Hears a Who!
New games: No More Heroes · Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn · Harvest Moon: Magical Melody

2007

#1 song: “This Is Why I'm Hot” by Mimsright behind it: “Don't Matter” (Akon) and “The Sweet Escape” (Gwen Stefani Featuring Akon)
Top album: Daughtry by Daughtryalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: 300

2006

#1 song: “So Sick” by Ne-Yoright behind it: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “You're Beautiful” (James Blunt)
Top album: In My Own Words by Ne-Yoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Failure to Launch
New games: Driver: Parallel Lines · Daxter · Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41–45

2005

#1 song: “Candy Shop” by 50 Cent Featuring Oliviaright behind it: “Boulevard Of Broken Dreams” (Green Day) and “Let Me Love You” (Mario)
Top album: The Massacre by 50 Centalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Robots

2004

#1 song: “Yeah!” by Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacrisright behind it: “One Call Away” (Chingy Featuring J. Weav) and “Slow Jamz” (Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx)
Top album: Feels Like Home by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Passion of the Christ
New games: Battlefield Vietnam

2003

#1 song: “In Da Club” by 50 Centright behind it: “All I Have” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring LL Cool J) and “Mesmerize” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti)
Top album: Come Away with Me by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Bringing Down the House
New games: Ape Escape 2 · The House of the Dead III

2002

#1 song: “Ain't It Funny” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Ruleright behind it: “Always On Time” (Ja Rule Featuring Ashanti) and “How You Remind Me” (Nickelback)
Top album: Under Rug Swept by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ice Age
New games: Max Payne · The King of Fighters 2001 · Project Gotham Racing

2001

#1 song: “Stutter” by Joe Featuring Mystikalright behind it: “Butterfly” (Crazy Town) and “Angel” (Shaggy Featuring Rayvon)
Top album: Everyday by Dave Matthews Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Mexican
New games: Aidyn Chronicles: The First Mage

2000

#1 song: “Say My Name” by Destiny's Childright behind it: “Amazed” (Lonestar) and “Maria Maria” (Santana Featuring The Product G&B)
Top album: Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Mission to Mars
New games: Syphon Filter 2

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Believe” by Cherright behind it: “Heartbreak Hotel” (Whitney Houston Feat. Faith Evans & Kelly Price) and “Angel Of Mine” (Monica)
Top album: FanMail by TLCalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Analyze This

1998

#1 song: “Gettin' Jiggy Wit It” by Will Smithright behind it: “My Heart Will Go On” (Celine Dion) and “Nice & Slow” (Usher)
Top album: Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Titanic

1997

#1 song: “Wannabe” by Spice Girlsright behind it: “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” (Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)) and “Un-Break My Heart” (Toni Braxton)
Top album: Howard Stern Private Parts – The Album by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Return of the Jedi
New games: Crusader: No Remorse · Bushido Blade · Casper

1996

#1 song: “One Sweet Day” by Mariah Carey & Boyz II Menright behind it: “Sittin' Up In My Room (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Brandy) and “Not Gon' Cry (From "Waiting To Exhale")” (Mary J. Blige)
Top album: Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Birdcage

1995

#1 song: “Take A Bow” by Madonnaright behind it: “Candy Rain” (Soul For Real) and “Creep” (TLC)
Top album: Greatest Hits by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Outbreak
New games: Mario's Picross

1994

#1 song: “The Sign” by Ace Of Baseright behind it: “The Power Of Love” (Celine Dion) and “Without You/Never Forget You” (Mariah Carey)
Top album: Toni Braxton by Toni Braxtonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Guarding Tess

1993

#1 song: “Informer” by Snowright behind it: “Nuthin' But A "G" Thang” (Dr. Dre) and “Freak Me” (Silk)
Top album: Unplugged by Eric Claptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: CB4

1992

#1 song: “To Be With You” by Mr. Bigright behind it: “I'm Too Sexy” (Right Said Fred) and “Remember The Time” (Michael Jackson)
Top album: Nevermind by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Wayne's World
New games: Fire Emblem Gaiden

1991

#1 song: “Someday” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “One More Try” (Timmy T.) and “Show Me The Way” (Styx)
Top album: Mariah Carey by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Silence of the Lambs

1990

#1 song: “Escapade” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Black Velvet” (Alannah Myles) and “Roam” (The B-52s)
Top album: Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Hunt for Red October

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “Lost In Your Eyes” by Debbie Gibsonright behind it: “The Living Years” (Mike + The Mechanics) and “Roni” (Bobby Brown)
Top album: Electric Youth by Debbie Gibsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Lean on Me

1988

#1 song: “Never Gonna Give You Up” by Rick Astleyright behind it: “I Get Weak” (Belinda Carlisle) and “Father Figure” (George Michael)
Top album: Dirty Dancing by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Good Morning, Vietnam

1987

#1 song: “Jacob's Ladder” by Huey Lewis & The Newsright behind it: “Somewhere Out There (From "An American Tail")” (Linda Ronstadt & James Ingram) and “Let's Wait Awhile” (Janet Jackson)
Top album: Licensed to Ill by Beastie Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Lethal Weapon

1986

#1 song: “Sara” by Starshipright behind it: “These Dreams” (Heart) and “Kyrie” (Mr. Mister)
Top album: Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gung Ho

1985

#1 song: “Can't Fight This Feeling” by REO Speedwagonright behind it: “The Heat Is On” (Glenn Frey) and “Material Girl” (Madonna)
Top album: Make It Big by Wham!also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Beverly Hills Cop

1984

#1 song: “Jump” by Van Halenright behind it: “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” (Cyndi Lauper) and “Somebody's Watching Me” (Rockwell)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Splash

1983

#1 song: “Billie Jean” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Shame On The Moon” (Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band) and “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me” (Culture Club)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tootsie

1982

#1 song: “I Love Rock 'N Roll” by Joan Jett & the Blackheartsright behind it: “Open Arms” (Journey) and “Centerfold” (The J. Geils Band)
Top album: Beauty and the Beat by Go-Go’salso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip

1981

#1 song: “9 To 5” by Dolly Partonright behind it: “Keep On Loving You” (REO Speedwagon) and “Woman” (John Lennon)
Top album: Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Back Roads

1980

#1 song: “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queenright behind it: “Longer” (Dan Fogelberg) and “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)” (Pink Floyd)
Top album: The Wall by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: All That Jazz

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynorright behind it: “Tragedy” (Bee Gees) and “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” (Rod Stewart)
Top album: Spirits Having Flown by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Superman

1978

#1 song: “Night Fever” by Bee Geesright behind it: “Stayin' Alive” (Bee Gees) and “Emotion” (Samantha Sang)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Saturday Night Fever

1977

#1 song: “Evergreen (Love Theme From "A Star Is Born")” by Barbra Streisandright behind it: “Fly Like An Eagle” (Steve Miller) and “Rich Girl” (Daryl Hall John Oates)
Top album: A Star Is Born by Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Rocky

1976

#1 song: “December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “All By Myself” (Eric Carmen) and “Dream Weaver” (Gary Wright)
Top album: Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975) by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1975

#1 song: “Black Water” by The Doobie Brothersright behind it: “My Eyes Adored You” (Frankie Valli) and “Lady Marmalade” (Labelle)
Top album: Have You Never Been Mellow by Olivia Newton-Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “Seasons In The Sun” by Terry Jacksright behind it: “Boogie Down” (Eddie Kendricks) and “Dark Lady” (Cher)
Top album: The Way We Were by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “Killing Me Softly With His Song” by Roberta Flackright behind it: “Dueling Banjos” (Deliverance/Eric Weissberg & Steve Mandell) and “Love Train” (The O'Jays)
Top album: Dueling Banjos by Eric Weissbergalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “Heart Of Gold” by Neil Youngright behind it: “A Horse With No Name” (America) and “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” (Robert John)
Top album: Harvest by Neil Youngalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Me And Bobby McGee” by Janis Joplinright behind it: “She's A Lady” (Tom Jones) and “Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)” (The Temptations)
Top album: Pearl by Janis Joplinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Simon & Garfunkelright behind it: “Travelin' Band/Who'll Stop The Rain” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) and “The Rapper” (The Jaggerz)
Top album: Bridge over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Dizzy” by Tommy Roeright behind it: “Proud Mary” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) and “Everyday People” (Sly & The Family Stone)
Top album: Wichita Lineman by Glen Campbellalso on Spotify, YouTube

1968

#1 song: “(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay” by Otis Reddingright behind it: “(Theme From) Valley Of The Dolls” (Dionne Warwick) and “Love Is Blue (L'amour Est Bleu)” (Paul Mauriat And His Orchestra)
Top album: Blooming Hits by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestraalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “Penny Lane” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Happy Together” (The Turtles) and “Baby I Need Your Lovin'” (Johnny Rivers)
Top album: More of The Monkees by Colgemsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “The Ballad Of The Green Berets” by SSgt Barry Sadlerright behind it: “19th Nervous Breakdown” (The Rolling Stones) and “These Boots Are Made For Walkin'” (Nancy Sinatra)
Top album: Ballads of the Green Berets by SSgt. Barry Sadleralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “Eight Days A Week” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Stop! In The Name Of Love” (The Supremes) and “The Birds And The Bees” (Jewel Akens)
Top album: Goldfinger by United Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1964

#1 song: “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatlesright behind it: “She Loves You” (The Beatles) and “Please Please Me” (The Beatles)
Top album: Meet the Beatles! by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1963

#1 song: “Walk Like A Man” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Our Day Will Come” (Ruby And The Romantics) and “You're The Reason I'm Living” (Bobby Darin)
Top album: Songs I Sing on by Frank Fontainealso on Spotify, YouTube

1962

#1 song: “Hey! Baby” by Bruce Channelright behind it: “Midnight In Moscow” (Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen) and “Don't Break The Heart That Loves You” (Connie Francis)

1961

#1 song: “Surrender” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Pony Time” (Chubby Checker) and “Don't Worry” (Marty Robbins)

1960

#1 song: “The Theme From "A Summer Place"” by Percy Faith And His Orchestraright behind it: “He'll Have To Go” (Jim Reeves) and “Wild One” (Bobby Rydell)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Venus” by Frankie Avalonright behind it: “Charlie Brown” (The Coasters) and “Alvin's Harmonica” (David Seville And The Chipmunks)

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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