October 12

on this day, year by year

The Life of a Showgirl (2025) album cover

Mixtape Pluto (2024) album cover

One Thing at a Time (2023) album cover

Sincerely, Kentrell (2021) album cover

Savage Mode II (2020) album cover

Kirk (2019) album cover

Tha Carter V (2018) album cover

Wonderful Wonderful (2017) album cover

Illuminate (2016) album cover

Fetty Wap (2015) album cover

Bringing Back the Sunshine (2014) album cover

Nothing Was the Same (2013) album cover

Hemingway's Whiskey (2010) album cover

Love Is the Answer (2009) album cover

Paper Trail (2008) album cover

Still Feels Good (2007) album cover

Here is October 12 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 12? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “The Fate Of Ophelia” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Opalite” (Taylor Swift) and “Elizabeth Taylor” (Taylor Swift)
Top album: The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tron: Ares
On Netflix: Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Most read on Wikipedia: Diane Keaton, American actress (1946–2025)died October 11

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: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
On Netflix: Lupin
Most read on Wikipedia: Gaza Strip, Autonomous territory in the Middle EastThree of five water plants in Gaza are inoperable due to the Israeli bombings and a lack of fuel, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross.
New games: Dementium: The Ward

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: Angela Lansbury, British actress and singer (1925–2022)died October 11

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: Squid Game, South Korean television series (2021–2025)American streaming service Netflix, the world's largest entertainment company by market capitalization, confirms that the South Korean television series Squid Game is its…
New games: Quake · Disco Elysium · Poppy Playtime

2020

#1 song: “Savage Love (Laxed - Siren Beat)” by Jawsh 685 x Jason Deruloright behind it: “Dynamite” (BTS) and “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion)
Top album: Savage Mode II by 21 Savagealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The War with Grandpa
Most read on Wikipedia: LeBron James, American basketball player (born 1984)

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
Most read on Wikipedia: IPv4, Fourth version of the Internet Protocol

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
New games: Call of Duty: Black Ops 4

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: Happy Death Day
Most read on Wikipedia: Harvey Weinstein, American film producer and sex offender (born 1952)Amazon puts Amazon Studios chief Roy Price on an immediate leave of absence, following allegations that he harassed producer Isa Dick Hackett, the daughter of author Philip K.…

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
Most read on Wikipedia: Dyatlov Pass incident, 1959 unsolved deaths in the Soviet Union

2015

#1 song: “The Hills” by The Weekndright behind it: “What Do You Mean?” (Justin Bieber) and “Hotline Bling” (Drake)
Top album: Fetty Wap by Fetty Wapalso 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 “Black Widow” (Iggy Azalea Featuring Rita Ora)
Top album: Bringing Back the Sunshine by Blake Sheltonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Gone Girl

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

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: Psycho-Pass premieres
New games: Dishonored · WRC 3: FIA World Rally Championship · Fable: The Journey

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
New games: Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure

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: Medal of Honor · Just Dance 2

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “Down” by Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayneright behind it: “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus) and “Run This Town” (Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West)
Top album: Love Is the Answer by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Couples Retreat
New games: Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky

2008

#1 song: “Live Your Life” by T.I. Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Whatever You Like” (T.I.) and “So What” (P!nk)
Top album: Paper Trail by T.I.also on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Beverly Hills Chihuahua

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: Why Did I Get Married?
First aired: Wizards of Waverly Place premieres
New games: Super Metroid · Crash of the Titans · Spider-Man: Friend or Foe

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 Grudge 2

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
New games: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

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
New games: BloodRayne 2 · Mushihimesama · WWE Survivor Series

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

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: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

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: 18 Wheeler: American Pro Trucker

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: South Park: Chef's Luv Shack

1998

#1 song: “One Week” by Barenaked Ladiesright behind it: “The First Night” (Monica) and “I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” (Aerosmith)
Top album: Vol. 2... Hard Knock Life by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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 “You Make Me Wanna...” (Usher)
Top album: You Light Up My Life: Inspirational Songs by LeAnn Rimesalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Kiss the Girls

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

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
New games: Caesar · The Simpsons: Bart's Nightmare

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: “Lost In Emotion” by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jamright behind it: “U Got The Look” (Prince) 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: “Typical Male” (Tina Turner) and “True Colors” (Cyndi Lauper)
Top album: Fore! by Huey Lewis and the Newsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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: “Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)” by Christopher Crossright behind it: “Endless Love” (Diana Ross & Lionel Richie) and “Start Me Up” (The Rolling Stones)
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: Private Benjamin

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 “Miracles” (Jefferson Starship)
Top album: Windsong by John Denveralso 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: “I'll Be There” by Jackson 5right behind it: “Cracklin' Rosie” (Neil Diamond) and “Green-Eyed Lady” (Sugarloaf)
Top album: Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

the 1960s

1969

#1 song: “I Can't Get Next To You” by The Temptationsright behind it: “Hot Fun In The Summertime” (Sly & The Family Stone) and “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies)
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 Summer Olympics

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
In sports: 1967 World Series: St. Louis Cardinals

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: “Do Wah Diddy Diddy” by Manfred Mannright behind it: “Dancing In The Street” (Martha & The Vandellas) and “Oh, Pretty Woman” (Roy Orbison And The Candy Men)
Top album: A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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: “Save The Last Dance For Me” by The Driftersright behind it: “My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own” (Connie Francis) and “Chain Gang” (Sam Cooke)

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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