March 3

on this day, year by year

So Close to What (2025) album cover

With You-th (2024) album cover

SOS (2023) album cover

Dangerous: The Double Album (2021) album cover

Map of the Soul: 7 (2020) album cover

A Star Is Born (2019) album cover

Black Panther: The Album (2018) album cover

25 (2016) album cover

Smoke + Mirrors (2015) album cover

21 (2012) album cover

Never Say Never – The Remixes (2011) album cover

Soldier of Love (2010) album cover

Fearless (2009) album cover

Sleep Through the Static (2008) album cover

Not Too Late (2007) album cover

Ghetto Classics (2006) album cover

Here is March 3 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 3? 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: So Close to What by Tate McRaealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Captain America: Brave New World
On Netflix: Running Point

2024

#1 song: “Texas Hold 'Em” by Beyonceright behind it: “Carnival” (¥$: Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign Featuring Rich The Kid & Playboi Carti) and “Lovin On Me” (Jack Harlow)
Top album: With You-th by Twicealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Dune: Part Two
On Netflix: Avatar: The Last Airbender

2023

#1 song: “Flowers” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Boy's A Liar, Pt. 2” (PinkPantheress & Ice Spice)
Top album: SOS by SZAalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Creed III
On Netflix: Outer Banks
Most read on Wikipedia: Murdaugh family, South Carolina familyFormer lawyer Alex Murdaugh is sentenced to two life sentences in prison to run consecutively without the possibility of parole for the murder of his wife Maggie, and their…
New games: Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

2022

#1 song: “We Don't Talk About Bruno” by Carolina Gaitan, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero, Stephanie Beatriz & Encanto Castright behind it: “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals) and “abcdefu” (GAYLE)
Top album: Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Batman
On Netflix: Vikings: Valhalla
Most read on Wikipedia: Vladimir Putin, President of Russia (1999–2008; since 2012)President Zelenskyy calls for a personal meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in an effort to end the war.
New games: Babylon's Fall

2021

#1 song: “Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigoright behind it: “Up” (Cardi B) and “Go Crazy” (Chris Brown & Young Thug)
Top album: Dangerous: The Double Album by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tom & Jerry

2020

#1 song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricchright behind it: “Life Is Good” (Future Featuring Drake) and “Circles” (Post Malone)
Top album: Map of the Soul: 7 by BTSalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Invisible Man
Most read on Wikipedia: United States Senate, Upper house of the US Congress

2019

#1 song: “Shallow” by Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooperright behind it: “7 Rings” (Ariana Grande) and “Without Me” (Halsey)
Top album: A Star Is Born by Lady Gagaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World

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 Lamaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Black Panther

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Shape Of You” by Ed Sheeranright behind it: “I Don't Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)” (Zayn / Taylor Swift) and “Bad And Boujee” (Migos Featuring Lil Uzi Vert)
Top album: Fifty Shades Darker by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Logan
Launched: Nintendo Switch
New games: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild · 1-2-Switch · Super Bomberman R

2016

#1 song: “Work” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “Love Yourself” (Justin Bieber) and “Stressed Out” (twenty one pilots)
Top album: 25 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Zootopia
New games: Super Mario World · EarthBound · Advance Wars: Dual Strike

2015

#1 song: “Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Thinking Out Loud” (Ed Sheeran) and “Love Me Like You Do” (Ellie Goulding)
Top album: Smoke + Mirrors by Imagine Dragonsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Focus
New games: Helldivers · CrossCode

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: Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Non-Stop

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: Babel by Mumford & Sonsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jack the Giant Slayer
First aired: Vikings premieres

2012

#1 song: “Part Of Me” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Set Fire To The Rain” (Adele) and “I Will Always Love You” (Whitney Houston)
Top album: 21 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Lorax
New games: Mari0

2011

#1 song: “Born This Way” by Lady Gagaright behind it: “F**k You! (Forget You)” (CeeLo Green) and “Grenade” (Bruno Mars)
Top album: Never Say Never – The Remixes by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Rango
New games: Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy · Super Monkey Ball 3D · Way of the Samurai 4

2010

#1 song: “Imma Be” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “TiK ToK” (Ke$ha) and “BedRock” (Young Money Featuring Lloyd)
Top album: Soldier of Love by Sadealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Shutter Island
New games: Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Right Round” by Flo Ridaright behind it: “Dead And Gone” (T.I. Featuring Justin Timberlake) and “Heartless” (Kanye West)
Top album: Fearless by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Madea Goes to Jail
New games: Empire: Total War · Tomb Raider: Underworld · Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X

2008

#1 song: “Low” by Flo Rida Featuring T-Painright behind it: “With You” (Chris Brown) and “Don't Stop The Music” (Rihanna)
Top album: Sleep Through the Static by Jack Johnsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Semi-Pro

2007

#1 song: “What Goes Around...Comes Around” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “Runaway Love” (Ludacris Featuring Mary J. Blige) and “Say It Right” (Nelly Furtado)
Top album: Not Too Late by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Wild Hogs

2006

#1 song: “Check On It” by Beyonce Featuring Slim Thugright behind it: “You're Beautiful” (James Blunt) and “Grillz” (Nelly Featuring Paul Wall, Ali & Gipp)
Top album: Ghetto Classics by Jaheimalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Madea's Family Reunion

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: Genius Loves Company by Ray Charlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Pacifier

2004

#1 song: “Yeah!” by Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacrisright behind it: “Slow Jamz” (Twista Featuring Kanye West & Jamie Foxx) and “The Way You Move” (OutKast Featuring Sleepy Brown)
Top album: Feels Like Home by Norah Jonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Passion of the Christ

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: Chocolate Factory by R. Kellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cradle 2 the Grave
New games: I.G.I.-2: Covert Strike · Tenchu: Wrath of Heaven

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: J to tha L-O!: The Remixes by Jennifer Lopezalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: We Were Soldiers

2001

#1 song: “Stutter” by Joe Featuring Mystikalright behind it: “It Wasn't Me” (Shaggy Feat. Ricardo "RikRok" Ducent) and “Love Don't Cost A Thing” (Jennifer Lopez)
Top album: Hot Shot by Shaggyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Mexican

2000

#1 song: “Amazed” by Lonestarright behind it: “I Knew I Loved You” (Savage Garden) and “Breathe” (Faith Hill)
Top album: Supernatural by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Whole Nine Yards

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Angel Of Mine” by Monicaright behind it: “Believe” (Cher) and “Heartbreak Hotel” (Whitney Houston Feat. Faith Evans & Kelly Price)
Top album: …Baby One More Time by Britney Spearsalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: 8mm

1998

#1 song: “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dionright behind it: “Gettin' Jiggy Wit It” (Will Smith) 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: Secret Samadhi by Livealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Empire Strikes Back

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: All Eyez on Me by 2Pacalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Up Close & Personal

1995

#1 song: “Take A Bow” by Madonnaright behind it: “Creep” (TLC) and “On Bended Knee” (Boyz II Men)
Top album: The Hits by Garth Brooksalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Man of the House
New games: Undercover Cops

1994

#1 song: “The Power Of Love” by Celine Dionright behind it: “The Sign” (Ace Of Base) and “Whatta Man” (Salt-N-Pepa Featuring En Vogue)
Top album: Music Box by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

1993

#1 song: “A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme)” by Peabo Bryson & Regina Belleright behind it: “I Will Always Love You” (Whitney Houston) and “Ordinary World” (Duran Duran)
Top album: The Bodyguard by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Falling Down

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

1991

#1 song: “Someday” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “One More Try” (Timmy T.) and “All The Man That I Need” (Whitney Houston)
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: “Dangerous” (Roxette) and “Opposites Attract” (Paula Abdul (Duet With The Wild Pair))
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 Lover In Me” (Sheena Easton) and “Straight Up” (Paula Abdul)
Top album: Appetite for Destruction by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Lean on Me

1988

#1 song: “Father Figure” by George Michaelright behind it: “Never Gonna Give You Up” (Rick Astley) and “She's Like The Wind” (Patrick Swayze (Featuring Wendy Fraser))
Top album: Faith by George Michaelalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Good Morning, Vietnam

1987

#1 song: “Livin' On A Prayer” by Bon Joviright behind it: “Jacob's Ladder” (Huey Lewis & The News) and “You Got It All” (The Jets)
Top album: Licensed to Ill by Beastie Boysalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

1986

#1 song: “Kyrie” by Mr. Misterright behind it: “Sara” (Starship) and “How Will I Know” (Whitney Houston)
Top album: Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Pretty in Pink

1985

#1 song: “Can't Fight This Feeling” by REO Speedwagonright behind it: “Careless Whisper” (Wham! Featuring George Michael) and “The Heat Is On” (Glenn Frey)
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: “99 Luftballons” (Nena) and “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” (Cyndi Lauper)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Footloose

1983

#1 song: “Billie Jean” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Shame On The Moon” (Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band) and “Stray Cat Strut” (Stray Cats)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tootsie

1982

#1 song: “Centerfold” by The J. Geils Bandright behind it: “Open Arms” (Journey) and “I Love Rock 'N Roll” (Joan Jett & the Blackhearts)
Top album: Beauty and the Beat by Go-Go’salso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: On Golden Pond

1981

#1 song: “I Love A Rainy Night” by Eddie Rabbittright behind it: “9 To 5” (Dolly Parton) and “Woman” (John Lennon)
Top album: Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fort Apache, The Bronx

1980

#1 song: “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” by Queenright behind it: “Yes, I'm Ready” (Teri DeSario With K.C.) and “Longer” (Dan Fogelberg)
Top album: The Wall by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fog

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Fire” (The Pointer Sisters) and “I Will Survive” (Gloria Gaynor)
Top album: Spirits Having Flown by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Superman

1978

#1 song: “(Love Is) Thicker Than Water” by Andy Gibbright behind it: “Stayin' Alive” (Bee Gees) and “Sometimes When We Touch” (Dan Hill)
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: “New Kid In Town” (Eagles) and “Fly Like An Eagle” (Steve Miller)
Top album: A Star Is Born by Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Rocky

1976

#1 song: “Love Machine (Part 1)” by The Miraclesright behind it: “All By Myself” (Eric Carmen) and “December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)” (The 4 Seasons)
Top album: Desire by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1975

#1 song: “Have You Never Been Mellow” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Black Water” (The Doobie Brothers) and “My Eyes Adored You” (Frankie Valli)
Top album: Blood on the Tracks by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “Seasons In The Sun” by Terry Jacksright behind it: “Boogie Down” (Eddie Kendricks) and “The Way We Were” (Barbra Streisand)
Top album: Planet Waves by Bob Dylanalso 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 “Last Song” (Edward Bear)
Top album: Don't Shoot Me I'm Only the Piano Player by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In space: Pioneer 10 launches

1972

#1 song: “Without You” by Nilssonright behind it: “Hurting Each Other” (Carpenters) and “Precious And Few” (Climax)
Top album: American Pie by Don McLeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “One Bad Apple” by The Osmondsright behind it: “Mama's Pearl” (Jackson 5) and “Me And Bobby McGee” (Janis Joplin)
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 “Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin/Everybody Is A Star” (Sly & The Family Stone)
Top album: Bridge over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Everyday People” by Sly & The Family Stoneright behind it: “Proud Mary” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) and “Build Me Up Buttercup” (The Foundations)
Top album: Wichita Lineman by Glen Campbellalso on Spotify, YouTube
In space: Apollo 9 launches

1968

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

1967

#1 song: “Ruby Tuesday” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “Love Is Here And Now You're Gone” (The Supremes) and “Kind Of A Drag” (The Buckinghams)
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: “These Boots Are Made For Walkin'” (Nancy Sinatra) and “Lightnin' Strikes” (Lou Christie)
Top album: Going Places by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “My Girl” by The Temptationsright behind it: “This Diamond Ring” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys) and “You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'” (The Righteous Brothers)
Top album: Beatles '65 by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1964

#1 song: “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by The Beatlesright behind it: “She Loves You” (The Beatles) and “Dawn (Go Away)” (The 4 Seasons)
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: “Ruby Baby” (Dion) and “Rhythm Of The Rain” (The Cascades)
Top album: My Son, the Celebrity by Allan Shermanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1962

#1 song: “Duke Of Earl” by Gene Chandlerright behind it: “Hey! Baby” (Bruce Channel) and “The Wanderer” (Dion)

1961

#1 song: “Pony Time” by Chubby Checkerright behind it: “Surrender” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Wheels” (The String-A-Longs)

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 “Handy Man” (Jimmy Jones)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Venus” by Frankie Avalonright behind it: “Charlie Brown” (The Coasters) and “Stagger Lee” (Lloyd Price)

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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