November 16

on this day, year by year

The Life of a Showgirl (2025) album cover

Chromakopia (2024) album cover

1989 (Taylor's Version) (2023) album cover

Her Loss (2022) album cover

Still Over It (2021) album cover

Positions (2020) album cover

Jesus Is King (2019) album cover

Not All Heroes Wear Capes (2018) album cover

Live in No Shoes Nation (2017) album cover

Trap or Die 3 (2016) album cover

Traveller (2015) album cover

1989 (2014) album cover

Reflektor (2013) album cover

Red (2012) album cover

Under the Mistletoe (2011) album cover

Speak Now (2010) album cover

Here is November 16 year by year, back to 1958: 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 November 16? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “The Fate Of Ophelia” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Golden” (HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMI) and “Ordinary” (Alex Warren)
Top album: The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Now You See Me: Now You Don't
On Netflix: As You Stood By

2024

#1 song: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Die With A Smile” (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) and “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish)
Top album: Chromakopia by Tyler, the Creatoralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Red One
On Netflix: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson
Most read on Wikipedia: Jake Paul, American influencer and professional boxer (born 1997)

2023

#1 song: “Cruel Summer” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Paint The Town Red” (Doja Cat) and “Is It Over Now? (Taylor's Version) [From The Vault]” (Taylor Swift)
Top album: 1989 (Taylor's Version) by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
On Netflix: Criminal Code
Most read on Wikipedia: 2023 Cricket World Cup, 13th edition of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup

2022

#1 song: “Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Rich Flex” (Drake & 21 Savage) and “Major Distribution” (Drake & 21 Savage)
Top album: Her Loss by 21 Savagealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
On Netflix: The Crown
In space: Artemis I launches
New games: Call of Duty: Warzone

2021

#1 song: “Easy On Me” by Adeleright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow)
Top album: Still Over It by Summer Walkeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Eternals
On Netflix: Hellbound
New games: Sherlock Holmes Chapter One

2020

#1 song: “Mood” by 24kGoldn Featuring iann diorright behind it: “Positions” (Ariana Grande) and “I Hope” (Gabby Barrett Featuring Charlie Puth)
Top album: Positions by Ariana Grandealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Freaky

2019

#1 song: “Someone You Loved” by Lewis Capaldiright behind it: “Circles” (Post Malone) and “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello)
Top album: Jesus Is King by Kanye Westalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Ford v Ferrari

2018

#1 song: “Thank U, Next” by Ariana Granderight behind it: “Girls Like You” (Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B) and “Sicko Mode” (Travis Scott)
Top album: Not All Heroes Wear Capes by Metro Boominalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
Most read on Wikipedia: Arecibo message, Radio message sent into space in 1974
New games: Among Us · Civilization VI

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Rockstar” by Post Malone Featuring 21 Savageright behind it: “Havana” (Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug) and “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B)
Top album: Live in No Shoes Nation by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Justice League
Most read on Wikipedia: Lil Peep, American rapper (1996–2017)died November 15
New games: De Blob

2016

#1 song: “Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Starboy” (The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk) and “Heathens” (twenty one pilots)
Top album: Trap or Die 3 by Jeezyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Doctor Strange

2015

#1 song: “Hello” by Adeleright behind it: “Hotline Bling” (Drake) and “The Hills” (The Weeknd)
Top album: Traveller by Chris Stapletonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Spectre
Most read on Wikipedia: Lady Colin Campbell, British author, socialite and television personality (born 1949)
First aired: Servant of the People premieres

2014

#1 song: “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “All About That Bass” (Meghan Trainor) and “Animals” (Maroon 5)
Top album: 1989 by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Dumb and Dumber To
New games: Vainglory

2013

#1 song: “Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus) and “The Monster” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna)
Top album: Reflektor by Arcade Firealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Thor: The Dark World

2012

#1 song: “One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Gangnam Style” (PSY) and “Some Nights” (fun.)
Top album: Red by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
New games: Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed · The Hip Hop Dance Experience

2011

#1 song: “We Found Love” by Rihanna Featuring Calvin Harrisright behind it: “Sexy And I Know It” (LMFAO) and “Someone Like You” (Adele)
Top album: Under the Mistletoe by Justin Bieberalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Immortals
New games: Lego Harry Potter: Years 5–7 · Jurassic Park: The Game

2010

#1 song: “What's My Name?” by Rihanna Featuring Drakeright behind it: “Like A G6” (Far*East Movement Featuring Cataracs & Dev) and “Just The Way You Are” (Bruno Mars)
Top album: Speak Now by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Megamind
New games: Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood · Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit · Sonic Colors

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Fireflies” by Owl Cityright behind it: “Empire State Of Mind” (Jay-Z + Alicia Keys) and “Whatcha Say” (Jason Derulo)
Top album: Play On by Carrie Underwoodalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: 2012
New games: F1 2009 · Call of Duty: World at War – Zombies · Pokémon Rumble

2008

#1 song: “Live Your Life” by T.I. Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Whatever You Like” (T.I.) and “Hot N Cold” (Katy Perry)
Top album: Twilight: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Quantum of Solace
New games: Animal Crossing: City Folk · Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe · Shaun White Snowboarding

2007

#1 song: “Kiss Kiss” by Chris Brown Featuring T-Painright behind it: “Apologize” (Timbaland Featuring OneRepublic) and “No One” (Alicia Keys)
Top album: Long Road Out of Eden by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Beowulf
New games: Assassin's Creed · Super Mario Galaxy · Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga

2006

#1 song: “My Love” by Justin Timberlake Featuring T.I.right behind it: “Smack That” (Akon Featuring Eminem) and “Fergalicious” (Fergie)
Top album: Hannah Montana by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Happy Feet
New games: Sonic Rivals · Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin · Sega Genesis Collection

2005

#1 song: “Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Run It!” (Chris Brown) and “My Humps” (The Black Eyed Peas)
Top album: Now 20 by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Chicken Little
New games: Condemned: Criminal Origins

2004

#1 song: “My Boo” by Usher And Alicia Keysright behind it: “Drop It Like It's Hot” (Snoop Dogg Featuring Pharrell) and “Lose My Breath” (Destiny's Child)
Top album: Now 17 by Various Artistsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Incredibles
First aired: House premieres
New games: Half-Life 2 · Call of Duty: Finest Hour · Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines

2003

#1 song: “Baby Boy” by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Stand Up” (Ludacris Featuring Shawnna) and “Holidae In” (Chingy Featuring Ludacris & Snoop Dogg)
Top album: Shock'n Y'all by Toby Keithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Elf

2002

#1 song: “Lose Yourself” by Eminemright behind it: “Work It” (Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott) and “Dilemma” (Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland)
Top album: 8 Mile by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
New games: Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance

2001

#1 song: “Family Affair” by Mary J. Bligeright behind it: “I'm Real” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Rule) and “Hero” (Enrique Iglesias)
Top album: Invincible by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
New games: Doom · Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone · Burnout

2000

#1 song: “Independent Women Part I” by Destiny's Childright behind it: “With Arms Wide Open” (Creed) and “Kryptonite” (3 Doors Down)
Top album: The Dynasty: Roc La Familia by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Smooth” by Santana Featuring Rob Thomasright behind it: “Back At One” (Brian McKnight) and “Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of...)” (Lou Bega)
Top album: The Battle of Los Angeles by Rage Against the Machinealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Pokémon: The First Movie
New games: Tomorrow Never Dies

1998

#1 song: “Doo Wop (That Thing)” by Lauryn Hillright behind it: “Lately” (Divine) and “Because Of You” (98 Degrees)
Top album: Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Waterboy
New games: Glover

1997

#1 song: “Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight” by Elton Johnright behind it: “You Make Me Wanna...” (Usher) and “How Do I Live” (LeAnn Rimes)
Top album: Harlem World by Masealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Jackal

1996

#1 song: “No Diggity” by BLACKstreet (Featuring Dr. Dre)right behind it: “It's All Coming Back To Me Now” (Celine Dion) and “Un-Break My Heart” (Toni Braxton)
Top album: Anthology 3 by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Space Jam

1995

#1 song: “Fantasy” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")” (Coolio Featuring L.V.) and “Runaway” (Janet Jackson)
Top album: Dogg Food by Tha Dogg Poundalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: GoldenEye
New games: Doom

1994

#1 song: “I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Here Comes The Hotstepper (From "Ready To Wear")” (Ini Kamoze) and “All I Wanna Do” (Sheryl Crow)
Top album: MTV Unplugged in New York by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Interview with the Vampire
New games: FIFA International Soccer · Gex

1993

#1 song: “I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)” by Meat Loafright behind it: “Again” (Janet Jackson) and “All That She Wants” (Ace Of Base)
Top album: Vs. by Pearl Jamalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Three Musketeers

1992

#1 song: “How Do You Talk To An Angel” by The Heightsright behind it: “If I Ever Fall In Love” (Shai) and “I'd Die Without You (From "Boomerang")” (P.M. Dawn)
Top album: Timeless: The Classics by Michael Boltonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Bram Stoker's Dracula

1991

#1 song: “Cream” by Prince And The N.P.G.right behind it: “Can't Stop This Thing We Started” (Bryan Adams) and “When A Man Loves A Woman” (Michael Bolton)
Top album: Use Your Illusion II by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cape Fear

1990

#1 song: “Love Takes Time” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Pray” (M.C. Hammer) and “More Than Words Can Say” (Alias)
Top album: To the Extreme by Vanilla Icealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Home Alone

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “When I See You Smile” by Bad Englishright behind it: “Blame It On The Rain” (Milli Vanilli) and “Love Shack” (The B-52s)
Top album: Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 by Janet Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Harlem Nights

1988

#1 song: “Bad Medicine” by Bon Joviright behind it: “Wild, Wild West” (The Escape Club) and “The Loco-Motion” (Kylie Minogue)
Top album: Rattle and Hum by U2also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Child's Play

1987

#1 song: “Mony Mony” by Billy Idolright behind it: “(I've Had) The Time Of My Life” (Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes) and “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” (Belinda Carlisle)
Top album: Dirty Dancing by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Running Man
New games: Shinobi · Faxanadu

1986

#1 song: “Human” by The Human Leagueright behind it: “Amanda” (Boston) and “True Blue” (Madonna)
Top album: Third Stage by Bostonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Crocodile Dundee

1985

#1 song: “We Built This City” by Starshipright behind it: “You Belong To The City” (Glenn Frey) and “Miami Vice Theme” (Jan Hammer)
Top album: Miami Vice by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Once Bitten

1984

#1 song: “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham!right behind it: “Purple Rain” (Prince And The Revolution) and “Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)” (Billy Ocean)
Top album: Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Missing in Action

1983

#1 song: “All Night Long (All Night)” by Lionel Richieright behind it: “Say Say Say” (Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson) and “Uptown Girl” (Billy Joel)
Top album: Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Big Chill

1982

#1 song: “Up Where We Belong” by Joe Cocker And Jennifer Warnesright behind it: “Truly” (Lionel Richie) and “Heart Attack” (Olivia Newton-John)
Top album: Business as Usual by Men at Workalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Creepshow

1981

#1 song: “Physical” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Private Eyes” (Daryl Hall John Oates) and “Waiting For A Girl Like You” (Foreigner)
Top album: 4 by Foreigneralso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Time Bandits

1980

#1 song: “Lady” by Kenny Rogersright behind it: “Woman In Love” (Barbra Streisand) and “The Wanderer” (Donna Summer)
Top album: The River by Bruce Springsteenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Private Benjamin

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “Still” by Commodoresright behind it: “Dim All The Lights” (Donna Summer) and “No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)” (Barbra Streisand/Donna Summer)
Top album: The Long Run by Eaglesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: ...And Justice for All

1978

#1 song: “MacArthur Park” by Donna Summerright behind it: “Double Vision” (Foreigner) and “How Much I Feel” (Ambrosia)
Top album: 52nd Street by Billy Joelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Magic

1977

#1 song: “You Light Up My Life” by Debby Booneright behind it: “Boogie Nights” (Heatwave) and “Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” (Crystal Gayle)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Looking For Mr Goodbar

1976

#1 song: “Tonight's The Night (Gonna Be Alright)” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald” (Gordon Lightfoot) and “Love So Right” (Bee Gees)
Top album: Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1975

#1 song: “That's The Way (I Like It)” by KC And The Sunshine Bandright behind it: “Fly, Robin, Fly” (Silver Convention) and “Who Loves You” (The 4 Seasons)
Top album: Rock of the Westies by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “Whatever Gets You Thru The Night” by John Lennon With The Plastic Ono Nuclear Bandright behind it: “Do It ('til You're Satisfied)” (B.T. Express) and “My Melody Of Love” (Bobby Vinton)
Top album: Walls and Bridges by John Lennonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “Keep On Truckin' (Part 1)” by Eddie Kendricksright behind it: “Midnight Train To Georgia” (Gladys Knight And The Pips) and “Heartbeat - It's A Lovebeat” (The DeFranco Family featuring Tony DeFranco)
Top album: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “I Can See Clearly Now” by Johnny Nashright behind it: “I'd Love You To Want Me” (Lobo) and “I'll Be Around” (The Spinners)
Top album: Catch Bull at Four by Cat Stevensalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Theme From Shaft” by Isaac Hayesright behind it: “Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves” (Cher) and “Imagine” (John Lennon Plastic Ono Band)
Top album: Santana III by Santanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “I Think I Love You” by The Partridge Family Starring Shirley Jones Featuring David Cassidyright behind it: “We've Only Just Begun” (Carpenters) and “I'll Be There” (Jackson 5)
Top album: Led Zeppelin III by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Wedding Bell Blues” by The 5th Dimensionright behind it: “Take A Letter Maria” (R.B. Greaves) and “Something” (The Beatles)
Top album: Abbey Road by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1968

#1 song: “Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Those Were The Days” (Mary Hopkin) and “Love Child” (Diana Ross & The Supremes)
Top album: Electric Ladyland by Jimi Hendrix Experiencealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “To Sir With Love” by Luluright behind it: “Soul Man” (Sam & Dave) and “Incense And Peppermints” (Strawberry Alarm Clock)
Top album: Diana Ross & the Supremes: Greatest Hits by The Supremesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “You Keep Me Hangin' On” by The Supremesright behind it: “Good Vibrations” (The Beach Boys) and “Winchester Cathedral” (The New Vaudeville Band)
Top album: The Monkees by The Monkeesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “I Hear A Symphony” by The Supremesright behind it: “1-2-3” (Len Barry) and “Get Off Of My Cloud” (The Rolling Stones)
Top album: The Sound of Music by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In space: Venera 3 launches

1964

#1 song: “Baby Love” by The Supremesright behind it: “Leader Of The Pack” (The Shangri-Las) and “Come A Little Bit Closer” (Jay & The Americans)
Top album: People by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1963

#1 song: “Deep Purple” by Nino Tempo & April Stevensright behind it: “Sugar Shack” (Jimmy Gilmer And The Fireballs) and “Washington Square” (The Village Stompers)
Top album: In the Wind by Warner Bros.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1962

#1 song: “Big Girls Don't Cry” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Return To Sender” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “He's A Rebel” (The Crystals)

1961

#1 song: “Big Bad John” by Jimmy Deanright behind it: “Runaround Sue” (Dion) and “Fool #1” (Brenda Lee)

1960

#1 song: “Stay” by Maurice Williams & The Zodiacsright behind it: “Are You Lonesome To-night?” (Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires) and “Poetry In Motion” (Johnny Tillotson)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Mr. Blue” by The Fleetwoodsright behind it: “Mack The Knife” (Bobby Darin) and “Don't You Know” (Della Reese)

1958

#1 song: “Tom Dooley” by The Kingston Trioright behind it: “It's Only Make Believe” (Conway Twitty) and “Topsy II” (Cozy Cole)

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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