May 15
on this day, year by year
Here is May 15 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.
2025
- #1 song
“Luther” by Kendrick Lamar & SZAright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars)- In theaters
- Final Destination Bloodlines
- On Netflix
- American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden
- New games
- Doom: The Dark Ages
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
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
2022
- #1 song
“First Class” by Jack Harlowright behind it: “As It Was” (Harry Styles) and “Wait For U” (Future Featuring Drake & Tems)- In theaters
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
- On Netflix
- Welcome to Eden
- Most read on Wikipedia
Andrew Symonds, Australian cricketer (1975–2022)died May 14
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
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
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
“I'm The One” by DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayneright behind it: “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars) and “Despacito” (Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber)- In theaters
- Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
- New games
- The Surge
2016
- #1 song
“One Dance” by Drake Featuring WizKid & Kylaright behind it: “Panda” (Desiigner) and “7 Years” (Lukas Graham)- In theaters
- Captain America: Civil War
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
- Pitch Perfect 2
- New games
- CrossCode
2014
- #1 song
“All Of Me” by John Legendright behind it: “Happy” (Pharrell Williams) and “Problem” (Ariana Grande Featuring Iggy Azalea)- In theaters
- Godzilla
- New games
- Hitman: Absolution · DreadOut · Crazy Climber
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
- New games
- Grim Dawn
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
- New games
- Diablo III · Max Payne 3 · Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II
2011
- #1 song
- “Rolling In The Deep” by Adeleright behind it: “E.T.” (Katy Perry Featuring Kanye West) and “On The Floor” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Pitbull)
- In theaters
- Thor
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
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
- Angels & Demons
- New games
- Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure
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
- The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
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
- New games
- Shrek the Third
2006
- #1 song
“SOS” by Rihannaright behind it: “Bad Day” (Daniel Powter) and “Temperature” (Sean Paul)- In theaters
- Mission: Impossible III
- New games
- New Super Mario Bros.
2005
- #1 song
“Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefaniright behind it: “Oh” (Ciara Featuring Ludacris) and “We Belong Together” (Mariah Carey)- 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)- In theaters
- Troy
- New games
- Runaway: A Road Adventure · CSI: Dark Motives
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
- The Matrix Reloaded
- New games
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
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)- 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)- In theaters
- The Mummy Returns
- New games
- X-Men: Wolverine's Rage
2000
- #1 song
“Maria Maria” by Santana Featuring The Product G&Bright behind it: “Breathe” (Faith Hill) and “Thong Song” (Sisqo)- 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)- 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)- 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
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
1995
- #1 song
“This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordanright behind it: “Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman?” (Bryan Adams) and “Freak Like Me” (Adina Howard)- In theaters
- Crimson Tide
- New games
- Road Rash 3
1994
- #1 song
“I Swear” by All-4-Oneright behind it: “The Sign” (Ace Of Base) and “I'll Remember (From "With Honors")” (Madonna)- Top album
Not a Moment Too Soon by Tim McGrawalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Crow
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
- Lethal Weapon 3
- New games
- OutRunners · Tecmo Cup Soccer Game
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)- 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
“Forever Your Girl” by Paula Abdulright behind it: “Real Love” (Jody Watley) and “I'll Be There For You” (Bon Jovi)- Top album
Like a Prayer by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- See No Evil, Hear No Evil
- New games
- Destiny of an Emperor
1988
- #1 song
“Anything For You” by Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machineright behind it: “One More Try” (George Michael) and “Shattered Dreams” (Johnny Hates Jazz)- 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
- Ishtar
- New games
- Super Mario Bros.
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
- Top Gun
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)- In theaters
- The Natural
1983
- #1 song
“Let's Dance” by David Bowieright behind it: “Beat It” (Michael Jackson) and “Flashdance...What A Feeling” (Irene Cara)- 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)- 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
- Happy Birthday to Me
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
“With A Little Luck” by Wingsright behind it: “The Closer I Get To You” (Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway) and “Too Much, Too Little, Too Late” (Johnny Mathis/Deniece Williams)- In theaters
- The Greek Tycoon
1977
- #1 song
“Sir Duke” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “When I Need You” (Leo Sayer) and “Couldn't Get It Right” (Climax Blues Band)- 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")
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: “Oh Girl” (The Chi-lites) and “I'll Take You There” (The Staple Singers)
- 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)
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)
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
“Groovin'” by The Young Rascalsright behind it: “The Happening” (The Supremes) and “Sweet Soul Music” (Arthur Conley)
1966
- #1 song
- “Monday, Monday” by The Mamas & The Papasright behind it: “Rainy Day Women #12 & 35” (Bob Dylan) and “Good Lovin'” (The Young Rascals)
- Top album
If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears by The Mamas & the Papasalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
1964
- #1 song
“My Guy” by Mary Wellsright behind it: “Hello, Dolly!” (Louis Armstrong And The All Stars) and “Love Me Do” (The Beatles)
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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