May 13

on this day, year by year

The Tortured Poets Department (2024) album cover

The Adventures of Bobby Ray (2010) album cover

Together Through Life (2009) album cover

Here is May 13 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 May 13? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar & SZAright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars)
Top album: Debí Tirar Más Fotos by Bad Bunnyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Thunderbolts*
On Netflix: American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden

2024

#1 song: “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamarright behind it: “Million Dollar Baby” (Tommy Richman) and “Euphoria” (Kendrick Lamar)
Top album: The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
On Netflix: Bridgerton
Most read on Wikipedia: Australia, Country in Oceania
New games: Homeworld 3

2023

#1 song: “Last Night” by Morgan Wallenright behind it: “Kill Bill” (SZA) and “Flowers” (Miley Cyrus)
Top album: One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
On Netflix: Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Most read on Wikipedia: Hannah Waddingham, English actress, singer, and television presenter (born 1974)

2022

#1 song: “Wait For U” by Future Featuring Drake & Temsright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “First Class” (Jack Harlow)
Top album: I Never Liked You by Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
On Netflix: Welcome to Eden
New games: Evil Dead: The Game

2021

#1 song: “Save Your Tears” by The Weeknd & Ariana Granderight behind it: “Leave The Door Open” (Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars & Anderson .Paak)) and “Peaches” (Justin Bieber Featuring Daniel Caesar & Giveon)
Top album: Khaled Khaled by DJ Khaledalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Spiral

2020

#1 song: “Say So” by Doja Cat Featuring Nicki Minajright behind it: “Savage” (Megan Thee Stallion) and “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd)
Top album: Here and Now by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
New games: Deep Rock Galactic

2019

#1 song: “Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “If I Can't Have You” (Shawn Mendes) and “ME!” (Taylor Swift Featuring Brendon Urie)
Top album: Father of the Bride by Vampire Weekendalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Avengers: Endgame
Most read on Wikipedia: Doris Day, American actress and singer (1922–2019)died May 13

2018

#1 song: “This Is America” by Childish Gambinoright behind it: “Nice For What” (Drake) and “God's Plan” (Drake)
Top album: Beerbongs & Bentleys by Post Malonealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Avengers: Infinity War

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “That's What I Like” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Shape Of You” (Ed Sheeran) and “Humble.” (Kendrick Lamar)
Top album: Damn by Kendrick Lamaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

2016

#1 song: “Panda” by Desiignerright behind it: “One Dance” (Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla) and “7 Years” (Lukas Graham)
Top album: Lemonade by Beyoncéalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Captain America: Civil War
New games: Doom · The House in Fata Morgana

2015

#1 song: “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puthright behind it: “Trap Queen” (Fetty Wap) and “Uptown Funk!” (Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars)
Top album: Jekyll + Hyde by Zac Brown Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Avengers: Age of Ultron
Launched: Discord
New games: Clicker Heroes

2014

#1 song: “All Of Me” by John Legendright behind it: “Happy” (Pharrell Williams) and “Problem” (Ariana Grande Featuring Iggy Azalea)
Top album: Frozen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Neighbors
New games: Borderlands 2

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: Life on a Rock by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Iron Man 3

2012

#1 song: “Somebody That I Used To Know” by Gotye Featuring Kimbraright behind it: “We Are Young” (fun. Featuring Janelle Monae) and “Payphone” (Maroon 5 Featuring Wiz Khalifa)
Top album: Blown Away by Carrie Underwoodalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Avengers

2011

#1 song: “E.T.” by Katy Perry Featuring Kanye Westright behind it: “Rolling In The Deep” (Adele) and “Till The World Ends” (Britney Spears Featuring Nicki Minaj & Ke$ha)
Top album: 21 by Adelealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Thor
New games: Lego Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game

2010

#1 song: “OMG” by Usher Featuring will.i.amright behind it: “Nothin' On You” (B.o.B Featuring Bruno Mars) and “Rude Boy” (Rihanna)
Top album: The Adventures of Bobby Ray by B.o.Balso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Iron Man 2
New games: 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Blame It” (Jamie Foxx Featuring T-Pain) and “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga)
Top album: Together Through Life by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Star Trek

2008

#1 song: “Bleeding Love” by Leona Lewisright behind it: “Lollipop” (Lil Wayne Featuring Static Major) and “No Air” (Jordin Sparks Duet With Chris Brown)
Top album: Hard Candy by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Iron Man
New games: We Ski · Deca Sports

2007

#1 song: “Makes Me Wonder” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Because Of You” (Ne-Yo) and “Buy U A Drank (Shawty Snappin')” (T-Pain Featuring Yung Joc)
Top album: Because of You by Ne-Yoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Spider-Man 3

2006

#1 song: “SOS” by Rihannaright behind it: “Bad Day” (Daniel Powter) and “Temperature” (Sean Paul)
Top album: IV by Godsmackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Mission: Impossible III

2005

#1 song: “Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefaniright behind it: “Hate It Or Love It” (The Game Featuring 50 Cent) and “Oh” (Ciara Featuring Ludacris)
Top album: Devils & Dust by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Monster-in-Law

2004

#1 song: “Yeah!” by Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacrisright behind it: “I Don't Wanna Know” (Mario Winans Featuring Enya & P. Diddy) and “Burn” (Usher)
Top album: D12 World by D12also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Troy

2003

#1 song: “Get Busy” by Sean Paulright behind it: “21 Questions” (50 Cent Featuring Nate Dogg) and “Ignition” (R. Kelly)
Top album: Get Rich or Die Tryin by 50 Centalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: X2

2002

#1 song: “Foolish” by Ashantiright behind it: “What's Luv?” (Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti) and “I Need A Girl (Part One)” (P. Diddy Featuring Usher & Loon)
Top album: Hood Rich by Big Tymersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Spider-Man

2001

#1 song: “All For You” by Janetright behind it: “Survivor” (Destiny's Child) and “Lady Marmalade” (Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya & P!nk)
Top album: Survivor by Destiny's Childalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Mummy Returns
New games: The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages

2000

#1 song: “Maria Maria” by Santana Featuring The Product G&Bright behind it: “He Wasn't Man Enough” (Toni Braxton) and “Breathe” (Faith Hill)
Top album: No Strings Attached by NSYNCalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gladiator

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Livin' La Vida Loca” by Ricky Martinright behind it: “No Scrubs” (TLC) and “Kiss Me” (Sixpence None The Richer)
Top album: Ruff Ryders Ryde or Die Vol. 1 by Ruff Rydersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Mummy

1998

#1 song: “Too Close” by Nextright behind it: “My All” (Mariah Carey) and “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain)
Top album: Before These Crowded Streets by Dave Matthews Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Deep Impact

1997

#1 song: “Hypnotize” by The Notorious B.I.G.right behind it: “MMMBop” (Hanson) and “Return Of The Mack” (Mark Morrison)
Top album: Carrying Your Love with Me by George Straitalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fifth Element
New games: Shadow Warrior

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: Fairweather Johnson by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Twister
New games: Super Mario RPG

1995

#1 song: “This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordanright behind it: “Freak Like Me” (Adina Howard) and “Red Light Special” (TLC)
Top album: Friday by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Crimson Tide

1994

#1 song: “The Sign” by Ace Of Baseright behind it: “Bump N' Grind” (R. Kelly) and “The Most Beautiful Girl In The World” (Prince)
Top album: The Division Bell by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Crow
New games: OutRunners

1993

#1 song: “That's The Way Love Goes” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Freak Me” (Silk) and “Love Is (From "Beverly Hills, 90210")” (Vanessa Williams/Brian McKnight)
Top album: The Bodyguard by Whitney Houston / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Dave

1992

#1 song: “Jump” by Kris Krossright behind it: “My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)” (En Vogue) and “Bohemian Rhapsody” (Queen)
Top album: Adrenalize by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Basic Instinct

1991

#1 song: “I Like The Way (The Kissing Game)” by Hi-Fiveright behind it: “Touch Me (All Night Long)” (Cathy Dennis) and “Here We Go” (C+C Music Factory/F. Williams)
Top album: Out of Time by R.E.M.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: F/X2

1990

#1 song: “Vogue” by Madonnaright behind it: “Nothing Compares 2 U” (Sinead O'Connor) and “All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You” (Heart)
Top album: I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got by Sinéad O'Connoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Pretty Woman

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “I'll Be There For You” by Bon Joviright behind it: “Like A Prayer” (Madonna) and “Real Love” (Jody Watley)
Top album: Like a Prayer by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: See No Evil, Hear No Evil

1988

#1 song: “Anything For You” by Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machineright behind it: “Shattered Dreams” (Johnny Hates Jazz) and “Wishing Well” (Terence Trent D'Arby)
Top album: Faith by George Michaelalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood

1987

#1 song: “With or Without You” by U2right behind it: “Looking For A New Love” (Jody Watley) and “(I Just) Died In Your Arms” (Cutting Crew)
Top album: The Joshua Tree by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Secret of My Success

1986

#1 song: “Greatest Love Of All” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “West End Girls” (Pet Shop Boys) and “Why Can't This Be Love” (Van Halen)
Top album: Whitney Houston by Whitney Houstonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Short Circuit

1985

#1 song: “Don't You (Forget About Me)” by Simple Mindsright behind it: “Crazy For You” (Madonna) and “One Night In Bangkok” (Murray Head)
Top album: No Jacket Required by Phil Collinsalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Code of Silence

1984

#1 song: “Hello” by Lionel Richieright behind it: “Let's Hear It For The Boy” (Deniece Williams) and “Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” (Phil Collins)
Top album: Footloose by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Natural

1983

#1 song: “Beat It” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Let's Dance” (David Bowie) and “Jeopardy” (Greg Kihn Band)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Blue Thunder

1982

#1 song: “Ebony And Ivory” by Paul McCartney And Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Chariots Of Fire - Titles” (Vangelis) and “Don't Talk To Strangers” (Rick Springfield)
Top album: Asia by Asiaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Conan the Barbarian

1981

#1 song: “Bette Davis Eyes” by Kim Carnesright behind it: “Just The Two Of Us” (Grover Washington, Jr. With Bill Withers) and “Being With You” (Smokey Robinson)
Top album: Hi Infidelity by REO Speedwagonalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Friday the 13th Part 2

1980

#1 song: “Call Me” by Blondieright behind it: “Ride Like The Wind” (Christopher Cross) and “Lost In Love” (Air Supply)
Top album: Against the Wind by Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Friday the 13th

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “Reunited” by Peaches & Herbright behind it: “Hot Stuff” (Donna Summer) and “In The Navy” (Village People)
Top album: Breakfast in America by Supertrampalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Manhattan

1978

#1 song: “If I Can't Have You” by Yvonne Ellimanright behind it: “The Closer I Get To You” (Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway) and “With A Little Luck” (Wings)
Top album: Saturday Night Fever by Bee Geesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: F.I.S.T.

1977

#1 song: “When I Need You” by Leo Sayerright behind it: “Sir Duke” (Stevie Wonder) and “Hotel California” (Eagles)
Top album: Hotel California by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Annie Hall

1976

#1 song: “Boogie Fever” by The Sylversright behind it: “Welcome Back” (John Sebastian) and “Silly Love Songs” (Wings)
Top album: Black and Blue by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1975

#1 song: “He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)” by Tony Orlando & Dawnright behind it: “Before The Next Teardrop Falls” (Freddy Fender) and “Jackie Blue” (Ozark Mountain Daredevils)
Top album: That's the Way of the World by Earth, Wind & Firealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “The Streak” by Ray Stevensright behind it: “Dancing Machine” (Jackson 5) and “The Entertainer” (Marvin Hamlisch/"The Sting")
Top album: The Sting by Marvin Hamlischalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “You Are The Sunshine Of My Life” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” (Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando) and “Little Willy” (The Sweet)
Top album: Houses of the Holy by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flackright behind it: “I Gotcha” (Joe Tex) and “Oh Girl” (The Chi-lites)
Top album: First Take by Roberta Flackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Joy To The World” by Three Dog Nightright behind it: “Never Can Say Goodbye” (Jackson 5) and “Put Your Hand In The Hand” (Ocean)
Top album: 4 Way Street by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Youngalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “American Woman/No Sugar Tonight” by The Guess Whoright behind it: “ABC” (Jackson 5) and “Vehicle” (The Ides Of March)
Top album: Déjà Vu by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Youngalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)” by The 5th Dimensionright behind it: “Hair” (The Cowsills) and “Get Back” (The Beatles With Billy Preston)
Top album: Hair by Original Castalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1968

#1 song: “Tighten Up” by Archie Bell & The Drellsright behind it: “Mrs. Robinson” (Simon & Garfunkel) and “Honey” (Bobby Goldsboro)
Top album: The Graduate by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “The Happening” by The Supremesright behind it: “Sweet Soul Music” (Arthur Conley) and “Somethin' Stupid” (Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatra)
Top album: More of The Monkees by Colgemsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “Monday, Monday” by The Mamas & The Papasright behind it: “Good Lovin'” (The Young Rascals) and “Rainy Day Women #12 & 35” (Bob Dylan)
Top album: Going Places by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brassalso on Spotify, YouTube

1965

#1 song: “Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter” by Herman's Hermitsright behind it: “Count Me In” (Gary Lewis And The Playboys) and “Ticket To Ride” (The Beatles)
Top album: Mary Poppins by Buena Vistaalso on Spotify, YouTube

1964

#1 song: “My Guy” by Mary Wellsright behind it: “Hello, Dolly!” (Louis Armstrong And The All Stars) and “Love Me Do” (The Beatles)
Top album: The Beatles' Second Album by Capitolalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1963

#1 song: “If You Wanna Be Happy” by Jimmy Soulright behind it: “I Will Follow Him” (Little Peggy March) and “Puff (The Magic Dragon)” (Peter, Paul & Mary)
Top album: Days of Wine and Roses and Other TV Requests by Andy Williamsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1962

#1 song: “Soldier Boy” by The Shirellesright behind it: “Stranger On The Shore” (Mr. Acker Bilk) and “Mashed Potato Time” (Dee Dee Sharp)

1961

#1 song: “Runaway” by Del Shannonright behind it: “Mother-In-Law” (Ernie K-Doe) and “A Hundred Pounds Of Clay” (Gene McDaniels)

1960

#1 song: “Stuck On You” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “Cathy's Clown” (The Everly Brothers) and “Greenfields” (The Brothers Four)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Kansas City” by Wilbert Harrisonright behind it: “Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)” (The Impalas) and “The Happy Organ” (Dave "Baby" Cortez)

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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