May 3
on this day, year by year
Here is May 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.
2025
- #1 song
“Luther” by Kendrick Lamar & SZAright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “Ordinary” (Alex Warren)- In theaters
- Thunderbolts*
- On Netflix
- The Eternaut
2024
- #1 song
“Fortnight” by Taylor Swift Featuring Post Maloneright behind it: “Down Bad” (Taylor Swift) and “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart” (Taylor Swift)- Top album
- The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Fall Guy
- On Netflix
- Baby Reindeer
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
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie
- On Netflix
- Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “First Class” (Jack Harlow) and “Heat Waves” (Glass Animals)- Top album
- It's Almost Dry by Pusha Talso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Bad Guys
- On Netflix
- Ozark
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Roe v. Wade, 1973 US Supreme Court decision on abortion, overruled 2022The U.S. Supreme Court confirms the authenticity of the draft opinion indicating that the court would overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. Chief Justice John…
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
- A Gangsta's Pain by Moneybagg Yoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
2020
- #1 song
“The Scotts” by THE SCOTTS, Travis Scott & Kid Cudiright behind it: “Blinding Lights” (The Weeknd) and “Toosie Slide” (Drake)
2019
- #1 song
“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrusright behind it: “Wow.” (Post Malone) and “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse)” (Post Malone & Swae Lee)- Top album
- When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? by Billie Eilishalso on Spotify, YouTube
- In theaters
- Avengers: Endgame
- Most read on Wikipedia
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2018
- #1 song
“Nice For What” by Drakeright behind it: “God's Plan” (Drake) and “No Tears Left To Cry” (Ariana Grande)- In theaters
- Avengers: Infinity War
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
- “Humble.” by Kendrick Lamarright behind it: “Shape Of You” (Ed Sheeran) and “That's What I Like” (Bruno Mars)
- In theaters
- The Fate of the Furious
2016
- #1 song
“Panda” by Desiignerright behind it: “7 Years” (Lukas Graham) and “One Dance” (Drake Featuring WizKid & Kyla)- Top album
- The Very Best of Prince by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Jungle Book
- New games
- Battleborn
2015
- #1 song
“See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puthright behind it: “Uptown Funk!” (Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars) and “Trap Queen” (Fetty Wap)- Top album
- Sound & Color by Alabama Shakesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Avengers: Age of Ultron
2014
- #1 song
“Happy” by Pharrell Williamsright behind it: “All Of Me” (John Legend) and “Talk Dirty” (Jason Derulo Featuring 2 Chainz)- In theaters
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2
2013
- #1 song
“Just Give Me A Reason” by P!nk Featuring Nate Ruessright behind it: “Can't Hold Us” (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Ray Dalton) and “Thrift Shop” (Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Featuring Wanz)- Top album
- Save Rock and Roll by Fall Out Boyalso 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)- In theaters
- The Avengers
2011
- #1 song
“E.T.” by Katy Perry Featuring Kanye Westright behind it: “Rolling In The Deep” (Adele) and “Just Can't Get Enough” (The Black Eyed Peas)- In theaters
- Fast Five
- New games
- Thor: God of Thunder
2010
- #1 song
“Nothin' On You” by B.o.B Featuring Bruno Marsright behind it: “Rude Boy” (Rihanna) and “Break Your Heart” (Taio Cruz Featuring Ludacris)- Top album
- Glee: The Music, The Power of Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- A Nightmare on Elm Street
- New games
- Picross 3D
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“Boom Boom Pow” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Poker Face” (Lady Gaga) and “Day 'N' Nite” (Kid Cudi)- Top album
- Deeper Than Rap by Rick Rossalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- X-Men Origins: Wolverine
2008
- #1 song
“Lollipop” by Lil Wayne Featuring Static Majorright behind it: “Bleeding Love” (Leona Lewis) and “No Air” (Jordin Sparks Duet With Chris Brown)- In theaters
- Iron Man
2007
- #1 song
“Girlfriend” by Avril Lavigneright behind it: “Give It To Me” (Timbaland Featuring Nelly Furtado & Justin Timberlake) and “Don't Matter” (Akon)- In theaters
- Spider-Man 3
- New games
- Crossfire
2006
- #1 song
“Bad Day” by Daniel Powterright behind it: “Temperature” (Sean Paul) and “What You Know” (T.I.)- Top album
Me and My Gang by Rascal Flattsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- RV
2005
- #1 song
“Hollaback Girl” by Gwen Stefaniright behind it: “Hate It Or Love It” (The Game Featuring 50 Cent) and “Candy Shop” (50 Cent Featuring Olivia)- Top album
...Something to Be by Rob Thomasalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
- New games
- Forza Motorsport · Enthusia Professional Racing
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
Confessions by Usheralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Mean Girls
- New games
- Shrek 2
2003
- #1 song
“In Da Club” by 50 Centright behind it: “Get Busy” (Sean Paul) and “Ignition” (R. Kelly)- In theaters
- X2
- New games
- The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
2002
- #1 song
“Foolish” by Ashantiright behind it: “What's Luv?” (Fat Joe Featuring Ashanti) and “U Don't Have To Call” (Usher)- In theaters
- Spider-Man
- New games
- Luigi's Mansion · Sonic Adventure 2 · Burnout
2001
- #1 song
“All For You” by Janetright behind it: “Survivor” (Destiny's Child) and “Thank You” (Dido)- In theaters
- The Mummy Returns
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
- U-571
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
- Entrapment
1998
- #1 song
“Too Close” by Nextright behind it: “My All” (Mariah Carey) and “You're Still The One” (Shania Twain)- Top album
Titanic: Music from the Motion Picture by James Horneralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- He Got Game
1997
- #1 song
“Hypnotize” by The Notorious B.I.G.right behind it: “Can't Nobody Hold Me Down” (Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)) and “Foolish Games/You Were Meant For Me” (Jewel)- Top album
Life After Death by The Notorious B.I.G.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Breakdown
1996
- #1 song
“Always Be My Baby” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Because You Loved Me (From "Up Close & Personal")” (Celine Dion) and “Nobody Knows” (The Tony Rich Project)- In theaters
- The Craft
1995
- #1 song
“This Is How We Do It” by Montell Jordanright behind it: “Freak Like Me” (Adina Howard) and “Red Light Special” (TLC)- In theaters
- While You Were Sleeping
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)- In theaters
- No Escape
1993
- #1 song
“Freak Me” by Silkright behind it: “That's The Way Love Goes” (Janet Jackson) and “Informer” (Snow)- Top album
Get a Grip by Aerosmithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Indecent Proposal
1992
- #1 song
“Jump” by Kris Krossright behind it: “Bohemian Rhapsody” (Queen) and “Save The Best For Last” (Vanessa Williams)- Top album
Adrenalize by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Basic Instinct
1991
- #1 song
“Baby Baby” by Amy Grantright behind it: “Joyride” (Roxette) and “I Like The Way (The Kissing Game)” (Hi-Five)- Top album
Mariah Carey by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Oscar
1990
- #1 song
- “Nothing Compares 2 U” by Sinead O'Connorright behind it: “I Wanna Be Rich” (Calloway) and “How Can We Be Lovers” (Michael Bolton)
- 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
- “Like A Prayer” by Madonnaright behind it: “I'll Be There For You” (Bon Jovi) and “Real Love” (Jody Watley)
- Top album
Like a Prayer by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Pet Sematary
1988
- #1 song
“Wishing Well” by Terence Trent D'Arbyright behind it: “Anything For You” (Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine) and “Angel” (Aerosmith)- In theaters
- Colors
1987
- #1 song
“(I Just) Died In Your Arms” by Cutting Crewright behind it: “Looking For A New Love” (Jody Watley) and “With or Without You” (U2)- Top album
The Joshua Tree by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Secret of My Success
1986
- #1 song
“Addicted To Love” by Robert Palmerright behind it: “West End Girls” (Pet Shop Boys) and “Kiss” (Prince And The Revolution)- In theaters
- Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling
1985
- #1 song
- “We Are The World” by USA For Africaright behind it: “Crazy For You” (Madonna) and “Rhythm Of The Night” (Debarge)
- In theaters
- Code of Silence
1984
- #1 song
“Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now)” by Phil Collinsright behind it: “Hello” (Lionel Richie) and “Hold Me Now” (Thompson Twins)- In theaters
- Breakin'
1983
- #1 song
- “Beat It” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Jeopardy” (Greg Kihn Band) and “Let's Dance” (David Bowie)
- In theaters
- Flashdance
1982
- #1 song
“Chariots Of Fire - Titles” by Vangelisright behind it: “Ebony And Ivory” (Paul McCartney And Stevie Wonder) and “I Love Rock 'N Roll” (Joan Jett & the Blackhearts)- Top album
Chariots of Fire by Vangelisalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Porky's
1981
- #1 song
“Morning Train (Nine To Five)” by Sheena Eastonright behind it: “Just The Two Of Us” (Grover Washington, Jr. With Bill Withers) and “Being With You” (Smokey Robinson)- Top album
Paradise Theatre by Styxalso 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
- Kramer vs. Kramer
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“Reunited” by Peaches & Herbright behind it: “Heart Of Glass” (Blondie) and “Music Box Dancer” (Frank Mills)- Top album
Minute by Minute by Doobie Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Love at First Bite
1978
- #1 song
“Night Fever” by Bee Geesright behind it: “If I Can't Have You” (Yvonne Elliman) and “Can't Smile Without You” (Barry Manilow)- In theaters
- House Calls
1977
- #1 song
- “Hotel California” by Eaglesright behind it: “When I Need You” (Leo Sayer) and “Southern Nights” (Glen Campbell)
- Top album
Hotel California by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- It's Alive
1976
- #1 song
“Welcome Back” by John Sebastianright behind it: “Right Back Where We Started From” (Maxine Nightingale) and “Boogie Fever” (The Sylvers)
1975
- #1 song
“He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)” by Tony Orlando & Dawnright behind it: “(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song” (B.J. Thomas) and “Before The Next Teardrop Falls” (Freddy Fender)- Top album
Chicago VIII by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“The Loco-Motion” by Grand Funkright behind it: “TSOP (The Sound Of Philadelphia)” (MFSB Featuring The Three Degrees) and “Bennie And The Jets” (Elton John)
1973
- #1 song
“Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree” by Dawn Featuring Tony Orlandoright behind it: “The Cisco Kid” (War) and “Little Willy” (The Sweet)- Top album
Aloha from Hawaii Via Satellite by Elvis Presleyalso 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 “Betcha By Golly, Wow” (The Stylistics Featuring Russell Thompkins,Jr.)
- 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
Jesus Christ Superstar by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube
1970
- #1 song
- “American Woman/No Sugar Tonight” by The Guess Whoright behind it: “ABC” (Jackson 5) and “Let It Be” (The Beatles)
- Top album
Bridge over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)” by The 5th Dimensionright behind it: “It's Your Thing” (The Isley Brothers) and “Hair” (The Cowsills)
1968
- #1 song
“Honey” by Bobby Goldsbororight behind it: “Cry Like A Baby” (The Box Tops) and “Young Girl” (The Union Gap Featuring Gary Puckett)- Top album
The Graduate by Simon & Garfunkelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“Somethin' Stupid” by Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatraright behind it: “The Happening” (The Supremes) and “Sweet Soul Music” (Arthur Conley)
1966
- #1 song
“Monday, Monday” by The Mamas & The Papasright behind it: “Good Lovin'” (The Young Rascals) and “Sloop John B” (The Beach Boys)- 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)
1964
- #1 song
“Hello, Dolly!” by Louis Armstrong And The All Starsright behind it: “Do You Want To Know A Secret” (The Beatles) and “My Guy” (Mary Wells)
1963
- #1 song
“I Will Follow Him” by Little Peggy Marchright behind it: “Can't Get Used To Losing You” (Andy Williams) 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: “Mashed Potato Time” (Dee Dee Sharp) and “Johnny Angel” (Shelley Fabares)
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: “Greenfields” (The Brothers Four) and “Cathy's Clown” (The Everly Brothers)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“Come Softly To Me” by The Fleetwoodsright behind it: “The Happy Organ” (Dave "Baby" Cortez) and “Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)” (The Impalas)
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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