October 10

on this day, year by year

What a Time to Be Alive (2015) album cover

Here is October 10 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 October 10? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Tit For Tat” (Tate McRae)
Top album: KPop Demon Hunters by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Tron: Ares
On Netflix: Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Most read on Wikipedia: Ed Gein, American murderer and body snatcher (1906–1984)
New games: Battlefield 6 · Little Nightmares III

2024

#1 song: “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Birds Of A Feather” (Billie Eilish) and “Timeless” (The Weeknd & Playboi Carti)
Top album: Mixtape Pluto by Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Terrifier 3
On Netflix: Outer Banks

2023

#1 song: “Paint The Town Red” by Doja Catright behind it: “Snooze” (SZA) and “Cruel Summer” (Taylor Swift)
Top album: One Thing at a Time by Morgan Wallenalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Exorcist: Believer
On Netflix: Lupin
Most read on Wikipedia: Gaza Strip, Autonomous territory in the Middle EastAt least six Palestinian journalists have been killed in Israel's ongoing shelling of the Gaza Strip. Funerals for two of them are held at a hospital in Gaza City.
New games: Forza Motorsport

2022

#1 song: “Bad Habit” by Steve Lacyright behind it: “Unholy” (Sam Smith & Kim Petras) and “As It Was” (Harry Styles)
Top album: Un Verano Sin Ti by Bad Bunnyalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Smile
On Netflix: The Watcher
Most read on Wikipedia: Jeffrey Dahmer, American serial killer (1960–1994)
New games: Persona 4 · The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero

2021

#1 song: “Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieberright behind it: “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow) and “Fancy Like” (Walker Hayes)
Top album: Sincerely, Kentrell by YoungBoy Never Broke Againalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: No Time to Die
On Netflix: Squid Game
Most read on Wikipedia: Tyson Fury, British boxer (born 1988)

2020

#1 song: “Franchise” by Travis Scott Featuring Young Thug & M.I.A.right behind it: “Dynamite” (BTS) and “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion)
Top album: Tickets to My Downfall by Machine Gun Kellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The War with Grandpa
Most read on Wikipedia: The Haunting of Bly Manor, American television miniseries

2019

#1 song: “Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Someone You Loved” (Lewis Capaldi)
Top album: Kirk by DaBabyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Joker

2018

#1 song: “Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi Bright behind it: “Mona Lisa” (Lil Wayne Featuring Kendrick Lamar) and “Lucid Dreams” (Juice WRLD)
Top album: Tha Carter V by Lil Waynealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Venom
Most read on Wikipedia: Tunnel, Underground passage made for traffic

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” by Cardi Bright behind it: “Rockstar” (Post Malone Featuring 21 Savage) and “Look What You Made Me Do” (Taylor Swift)
Top album: Wonderful Wonderful by The Killersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Blade Runner 2049
Most read on Wikipedia: Fridtjof Nansen, Norwegian polar explorer (1861–1930)
New games: Middle-earth: Shadow of War

2016

#1 song: “Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Heathens” (twenty one pilots) and “Starboy” (The Weeknd Featuring Daft Punk)
Top album: Illuminate by Shawn Mendesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Girl on the Train

2015

#1 song: “The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber) and “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd)
Top album: What a Time to Be Alive by Drake and Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Martian

2014

#1 song: “All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Anaconda” (Nicki Minaj)
Top album: Cheek to Cheek by Tony Bennettalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gone Girl
New games: Ryse: Son of Rome

2013

#1 song: “Royals” by Lorderight behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Wrecking Ball” (Miley Cyrus)
Top album: Nothing Was the Same by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gravity
New games: Grand Theft Auto V · Fairy Fencer F

2012

#1 song: “One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “Gangnam Style” (PSY) and “Some Nights” (fun.)
Top album: Babel by Mumford & Sonsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Taken 2
First aired: Arrow premieres

2011

#1 song: “Someone Like You” by Adeleright behind it: “Moves Like Jagger” (Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguilera) and “Pumped Up Kicks” (Foster The People)
Top album: Cole World: The Sideline Story by J. Colealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Real Steel

2010

#1 song: “Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Like A G6” (Far*East Movement Featuring Cataracs & Dev) and “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry)
Top album: Hemingway's Whiskey by Kenny Chesneyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Social Network
New games: Ben 10: Ultimate Alien – Cosmic Destruction

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Down” (Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayne) and “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus)
Top album: Backspacer by Pearl Jamalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Couples Retreat

2008

#1 song: “Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “So What” (P!nk) and “Love Lockdown” (Kanye West)
Top album: Death Magnetic by Metallicaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Beverly Hills Chihuahua
New games: Lego Batman: The Videogame · NBA Live 09 · NBA 2K9

2007

#1 song: “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” by Soulja Boy Tell'emright behind it: “Stronger” (Kanye West) and “Gimme More” (Britney Spears)
Top album: Still Feels Good by Rascal Flattsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Game Plan
New games: Team Fortress 2 · Portal · Half-Life 2: Episode One

2006

#1 song: “SexyBack” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “Money Maker” (Ludacris Featuring Pharrell) and “Lips Of An Angel” (Hinder)
Top album: Release Therapy by Ludacrisalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Departed
Launched: VK
New games: Microsoft Flight Simulator X · Avatar: The Last Airbender

2005

#1 song: “Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Mariah Carey) and “Photograph” (Nickelback)
Top album: All Jacked Up by Gretchen Wilsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

2004

#1 song: “Goodies” by Ciara Featuring Petey Pabloright behind it: “My Boo” (Usher And Alicia Keys) and “Lean Back” (Terror Squad)
Top album: Feels Like Today by Rascal Flattsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Shark Tale

2003

#1 song: “Baby Boy” by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Shake Ya Tailfeather” (Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Lee) and “Get Low” (Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz Featuring Ying Yang Twins)
Top album: Speakerboxxx/The Love Below by OutKastalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Kill Bill: Volume 1
New games: Samurai Shodown V

2002

#1 song: “A Moment Like This” by Kelly Clarksonright behind it: “Dilemma” (Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowland) and “Gangsta Lovin'” (Eve Featuring Alicia Keys)
Top album: ELV1S: 30#1 Hits by Elvis Presleyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Red Dragon

2001

#1 song: “Fallin'” by Alicia Keysright behind it: “I'm Real” (Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Rule) and “Where The Party At” (Jagged Edge With Nelly)
Top album: The Blueprint by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Training Day
New games: Dark Age of Camelot

2000

#1 song: “Come On Over Baby (All I Want Is You)” by Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Music” (Madonna) and “Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche)” (98 Degrees)
Top album: Let's Get Ready by Mystikalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Meet the Parents
New games: Alien Resurrection

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Heartbreaker” by Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Music Of My Heart” ('N Sync & Gloria Estefan) and “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas)
Top album: Human Clay by Creedalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Double Jeopardy
New games: Threads of Fate

1998

#1 song: “The First Night” by Monicaright behind it: “One Week” (Barenaked Ladies) and “I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” (Aerosmith)
Top album: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hillalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Antz

1997

#1 song: “Candle In The Wind 1997/Something About The Way You Look Tonight” by Elton Johnright behind it: “4 Seasons Of Loneliness” (Boyz II Men) and “How Do I Live” (LeAnn Rimes)
Top album: Evolution by Boyz II Menalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Kiss the Girls
New games: Fallout · Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II · Clock Tower

1996

#1 song: “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis) and “It's All Coming Back To Me Now” (Celine Dion)
Top album: Falling into You by Celine Dionalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Ghost and the Darkness

1995

#1 song: “Fantasy” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")” (Coolio Featuring L.V.) and “You Are Not Alone” (Michael Jackson)
Top album: Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Seven

1994

#1 song: “I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “All I Wanna Do” (Sheryl Crow) and “Endless Love” (Luther Vandross & Mariah Carey)
Top album: Monster by R.E.M.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Specialist

1993

#1 song: “Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Right Here (Human Nature)/Downtown” (SWV) and “The River Of Dreams” (Billy Joel)
Top album: In Pieces by Garth Brooksalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Demolition Man
New games: Link: The Faces of Evil · Link: The Faces of Evil and Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon · Zelda: The Wand of Gamelon

1992

#1 song: “End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough” (Patty Smyth) and “Jump Around” (House Of Pain)
Top album: The Chase by Garth Brooksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Under Siege

1991

#1 song: “Emotions” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Good Vibrations” (Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch Featuring Loleatta Holloway) and “Do Anything” (Natural Selection)
Top album: Use Your Illusion II by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fisher King

1990

#1 song: “Praying For Time” by George Michaelright behind it: “Close To You” (Maxi Priest) and “I Don't Have The Heart” (James Ingram)
Top album: Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Marked for Death

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “Miss You Much” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Cherish” (Madonna) and “Girl I'm Gonna Miss You” (Milli Vanilli)
Top album: Dr. Feelgood by Mötley Crüealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Black Rain

1988

#1 song: “Red Red Wine” by UB40right behind it: “Love Bites” (Def Leppard) and “Groovy Kind Of Love” (Phil Collins)
Top album: New Jersey by Bon Jovialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Alien Nation

1987

#1 song: “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnakeright behind it: “Lost In Emotion” (Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam) and “Carrie” (Europe)
Top album: Bad by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fatal Attraction

1986

#1 song: “When I Think Of You” by Janet Jacksonright behind it: “Don't Forget Me (When I'm Gone)” (Glass Tiger) and “Two Of Hearts” (Stacey Q)
Top album: Top Gun by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Crocodile Dundee

1985

#1 song: “Oh Sheila” by Ready For The Worldright behind it: “Money For Nothing” (Dire Straits) and “Take On Me” (a-ha)
Top album: Brothers in Arms by Dire Straitsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Commando

1984

#1 song: “I Just Called To Say I Love You” by Stevie Wonderright behind it: “Let's Go Crazy” (Prince And The Revolution) and “Drive” (The Cars)
Top album: Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Teachers

1983

#1 song: “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” by Bonnie Tylerright behind it: “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All” (Air Supply) and “King Of Pain” (The Police)
Top album: Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Never Say Never Again

1982

#1 song: “Jack & Diane” by John Cougarright behind it: “Who Can It Be Now?” (Men At Work) and “Eye In The Sky” (The Alan Parsons Project)
Top album: American Fool by John Cougaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: An Officer and a Gentleman

1981

#1 song: “Endless Love” by Diana Ross & Lionel Richieright behind it: “Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)” (Christopher Cross) and “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around” (Stevie Nicks With Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers)
Top album: Tattoo You by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Paternity

1980

#1 song: “Another One Bites The Dust” by Queenright behind it: “Woman In Love” (Barbra Streisand) and “Upside Down” (Diana Ross)
Top album: The Game by Queenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hopscotch

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Rise” (Herb Alpert) and “Sad Eyes” (Robert John)
Top album: In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Starting Over

1978

#1 song: “Kiss You All Over” by Exileright behind it: “Hot Child In The City” (Nick Gilder) and “Boogie Oogie Oogie” (A Taste Of Honey)
Top album: Grease by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Animal House

1977

#1 song: “You Light Up My Life” by Debby Booneright behind it: “Keep It Comin' Love” (KC And The Sunshine Band) and “Nobody Does It Better” (Carly Simon)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars

1976

#1 song: “Disco Duck (Part I)” by Rick Dees & His Cast Of Idiotsright behind it: “A Fifth Of Beethoven” (Walter Murphy & The Big Apple Band) and “Lowdown” (Boz Scaggs)
Top album: Songs in the Key of Life by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1975

#1 song: “Bad Blood” by Neil Sedakaright behind it: “I'm Sorry” (John Denver) and “Fame” (David Bowie)
Top album: Wish You Were Here by Pink Floydalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1974

#1 song: “I Honestly Love You” by Olivia Newton-Johnright behind it: “Nothing From Nothing” (Billy Preston) and “Then Came You” (Dionne Warwicke & Spinners)
Top album: If You Love Me, Let Me Know by Olivia Newton-Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “Half-Breed” by Cherright behind it: “Ramblin Man” (The Allman Brothers Band) and “Let's Get It On” (Marvin Gaye)
Top album: Goats Head Soup by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “Ben” by Michael Jacksonright behind it: “Use Me” (Bill Withers) and “Everybody Plays The Fool” (The Main Ingredient)
Top album: Chicago V by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Maggie May/Reason To Believe” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Superstar/Bless The Beasts And Children” (Carpenters) and “Yo-Yo” (The Osmonds)
Top album: Every Picture Tells a Story by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “Cracklin' Rosie” by Neil Diamondright behind it: “I'll Be There” (Jackson 5) and “Candida” (Dawn)
Top album: Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “Sugar, Sugar” by The Archiesright behind it: “Jean” (Oliver) and “Little Woman” (Bobby Sherman)
Top album: Green River by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1968

#1 song: “Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Harper Valley P.T.A.” (Jeannie C. Riley) and “Fire” (The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown)
Top album: Cheap Thrills by Big Brother and the Holding Companyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In sports: 1968 World Series: Detroit Tigers

1967

#1 song: “The Letter” by The Box Topsright behind it: “Never My Love” (The Association) and “To Sir With Love” (Lulu)
Top album: Ode to Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “Reach Out I'll Be There” by Four Topsright behind it: “Cherish” (The Association) and “96 Tears” (? (Question Mark) & The Mysterians)
Top album: Revolver by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “Yesterday” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Treat Her Right” (Roy Head And The Traits) and “Hang On Sloopy” (The McCoys)
Top album: Help! by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1964

#1 song: “Oh, Pretty Woman” by Roy Orbison And The Candy Menright behind it: “Do Wah Diddy Diddy” (Manfred Mann) and “Dancing In The Street” (Martha & The Vandellas)
Top album: A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In sports: 1964 Summer Olympics

1963

#1 song: “Sugar Shack” by Jimmy Gilmer And The Fireballsright behind it: “Be My Baby” (The Ronettes) and “Blue Velvet” (Bobby Vinton)
Top album: My Son, the Nut by Allan Shermanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1962

#1 song: “Sherry” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Monster Mash” (Bobby "Boris" Pickett And The Crypt-Kickers) and “Ramblin' Rose” (Nat King Cole)

1961

#1 song: “Hit The Road Jack” by Ray Charles and his Orchestraright behind it: “Runaround Sue” (Dion) and “Bristol Stomp” (The Dovells)

1960

#1 song: “Mr. Custer” by Larry Verneright behind it: “Chain Gang” (Sam Cooke) and “My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own” (Connie Francis)

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Mack The Knife” by Bobby Darinright behind it: “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” (Paul Anka) and “Mr. Blue” (The Fleetwoods)

1958

#1 song: “It's All In The Game” by Tommy Edwardsright behind it: “Rock-in Robin” (Bobby Day) and “Bird Dog” (The Everly Brothers)

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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