March 16

on this day, year by year

One Thing at a Time (2024) album cover

Dangerous: The Double Album (2021) album cover

Eternal Atake (2020) album cover

Black Panther: The Album (2018) album cover

Hndrxx (2017) album cover

Piece by Piece (2015) album cover

Mastermind (2014) album cover

Unorthodox Jukebox (2013) album cover

21 (2012) album cover

Need You Now (2010) album cover

No Line on the Horizon (2009) album cover

Good Time (2008) album cover

Daughtry (2007) album cover

In My Own Words (2006) album cover

The Massacre (2005) album cover

Feels Like Home (2004) album cover

Here is March 16 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 16? 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: Mayhem by Lady Gagaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Novocaine
On Netflix: Adolescence

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

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: Shazam! Fury of the Gods
On Netflix: The Glory

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
New games: Tunic

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
New games: Undertale

2020

#1 song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Don't Start Now” (Dua Lipa) and “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake)
Top album: Eternal Atake by Lil Uzi Vertalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Sonic the Hedgehog
Most read on Wikipedia: United States Senate, Upper house of the US Congress
New games: Dragon Quest XI

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)died March 14
New games: Kirby Star Allies

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: Beauty and the Beast

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: Merrick Garland, American lawyer and jurist (born 1952)
New games: Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

2015

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

2014

#1 song: “Happy” by Pharrell Williamsright behind it: “Dark Horse” (Katy Perry Featuring Juicy J) and “All Of Me” (John Legend)
Top album: Mastermind by Rick Rossalso 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

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: 21 Jump Street
New games: World of Tanks · Inazuma Eleven 2

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
New games: MotorStorm: Apocalypse

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: Metro 2033 · God of War III · Command & Conquer 4: Tiberian Twilight

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: No Line on the Horizon by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Race to Witch Mountain

2008

#1 song: “Love In This Club” by Usher Featuring Young Jeezyright behind it: “With You” (Chris Brown) and “Low” (Flo Rida Featuring T-Pain)
Top album: Good Time by Alan Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Horton Hears a Who!

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
New games: Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords · SSX Blur · The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy

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: V for Vendetta
New games: Final Fantasy XII · Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

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
New games: MX vs. ATV Unleashed

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: Unreal Tournament 2004 · The X-Files: Resist or Serve

2003

#1 song: “In Da Club” by 50 Centright behind it: “All I Have” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring LL Cool J) and “Ignition” (R. Kelly)
Top album: Get Rich or Die Tryin by 50 Centalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Bringing Down the House

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

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: Exit Wounds

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: Erin Brockovich
New games: Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri

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
New games: EverQuest

1998

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

1997

#1 song: “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” by Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)right behind it: “Wannabe” (Spice Girls) and “Foolish Games/You Were Meant For Me” (Jewel)
Top album: Pop by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Return of the Jedi

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: Alone in the Dark 3 · 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: “Save The Best For Last” by Vanessa Williamsright behind it: “To Be With You” (Mr. Big) and “Tears In Heaven” (Eric Clapton)
Top album: Nevermind by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Wayne's World

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
New games: Darius · Block Hole · Yo! Noid

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: Fletch Lives

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: “Lean On Me” by Club Nouveauright behind it: “Let's Wait Awhile” (Janet Jackson) and “Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now” (Starship)
Top album: Licensed to Ill by Beastie Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Lethal Weapon

1986

#1 song: “These Dreams” by Heartright behind it: “Sara” (Starship) and “Secret Lovers” (Atlantic Starr)
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: “Keep On Loving You” by REO Speedwagonright behind it: “Woman” (John Lennon) and “The Best Of Times” (Styx)
Top album: Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Back Roads

1980

#1 song: “Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)” by Pink Floydright behind it: “Longer” (Dan Fogelberg) and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” (Queen)
Top album: The Wall by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Coal Miner's Daughter

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: “My Eyes Adored You” by Frankie Valliright behind it: “Lady Marmalade” (Labelle) and “Lovin' You” (Minnie Riperton)
Top album: Physical Graffiti by Led Zeppelinalso 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: “The Rapper” (The Jaggerz) and “Give Me Just A Little More Time” (Chairman Of The Board)
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 “Traces” (Classics IV Featuring Dennis Yost)
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: “She Loves You” by The Beatlesright behind it: “I Want To Hold Your Hand” (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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