October 6

on this day, year by year

What a Time to Be Alive (2015) album cover

You Get What You Give (2010) album cover

Here is October 6 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 6? 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: Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl
On Netflix: Monster: The Ed Gein Story
Most read on Wikipedia: Ed Gein, American murderer and body snatcher (1906–1984)

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: Joker: Folie à Deux
On Netflix: Nobody Wants This
Most read on Wikipedia: Lyle and Erik Menendez, American murderers and brothers

2023

#1 song: “Paint The Town Red” by Doja Catright behind it: “Snooze” (SZA) and “Fast Car” (Luke Combs)
Top album: Nostalgia by Rod Wavealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Exorcist: Believer
On Netflix: Lupin
Most read on Wikipedia: Dick Butkus, American football player (1942–2023)died October 5
New games: Detective Pikachu Returns · NHL 24

2022

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

2021

#1 song: “My Universe” by Coldplay x BTSright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow)
Top album: Sincerely, Kentrell by YoungBoy Never Broke Againalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Venom: Let There Be Carnage
On Netflix: Squid Game
Most read on Wikipedia: Squid Game, South Korean television series (2021–2025)

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: Tenet
Most read on Wikipedia: Eddie Van Halen, American rock guitarist and songwriter (1955–2020)died October 6

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: Joker, 2019 film by Todd Phillips

2018

#1 song: “Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi Bright behind it: “Lucid Dreams” (Juice WRLD) and “Better Now” (Post Malone)
Top album: Iridescence by Brockhamptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Venom
Most read on Wikipedia: Cook's Country, American television series

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: Concrete and Gold by Foo Fightersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Blade Runner 2049
New games: Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy · Layton's Mystery Journey

2016

#1 song: “Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Heathens” (twenty one pilots) and “Cold Water” (Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO)
Top album: Views by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Girl on the Train
First aired: Yuri on Ice premieres
New games: WarioWare: Smooth Moves · Endless Space 2

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
New games: Prison Architect · Saint Seiya: Soldiers' Soul · Rock Band 4

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: Cars 2: The Video Game · Toy Story 3 · Disney Universe

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: The Truth About Love by Pinkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Taken 2

2011

#1 song: “Moves Like Jagger” by Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Someone Like You” (Adele) and “Pumped Up Kicks” (Foster The People)
Top album: Duets II by Tony Bennettalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Real Steel

2010

#1 song: “Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry) and “Love The Way You Lie” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna)
Top album: You Get What You Give by Zac Brown Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Social Network
Launched: Instagram

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: Zombieland
New games: Need for Speed: Shift · Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising · Saw

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: Icy Tower

2007

#1 song: “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” by Soulja Boy Tell'emright behind it: “Stronger” (Kanye West) and “The Way I Are” (Timbaland Featuring Keri Hilson)
Top album: Reba: Duets by Reba McEntirealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Game Plan
First aired: Mobile Suit Gundam 00 premieres

2006

#1 song: “SexyBack” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “Money Maker” (Ludacris Featuring Pharrell) and “How To Save A Life” (The Fray)
Top album: FutureSex/LoveSounds by Justin Timberlakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Departed
New games: Ice Age 2: The Meltdown

2005

#1 song: “Gold Digger” by Kanye West Featuring Jamie Foxxright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Mariah Carey) and “Like You” (Bow Wow Featuring Ciara)
Top album: Ten Thousand Fists by Disturbedalso 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: American Idiot by Green Dayalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Shark Tale
First aired: Yu-Gi-Oh! GX premieres

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: School of Rock

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
First aired: Kirby: Right Back at Ya! premieres
New games: Digimon Battle Spirit

2000

#1 song: “Music” by Madonnaright behind it: “Give Me Just One Night (Una Noche)” (98 Degrees) and “Doesn't Really Matter” (Janet)
Top album: Music by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Meet the Parents
First aired: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation premieres
New games: Pokémon Pinball · Space Channel 5 · Formula One 2000

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Heartbreaker” by Mariah Carey Featuring Jay-Zright behind it: “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas) and “Unpretty” (TLC)
Top album: The Fragile by Nine Inch Nailsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Double Jeopardy

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

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 First Wives Club

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
New games: Yoshi's Island · Tactics Ogre

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: II by Boyz II Menalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: The Specialist

1993

#1 song: “Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Right Here (Human Nature)/Downtown” (SWV) and “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team)
Top album: In Utero by Nirvanaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Malice

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: The Last of the Mohicans

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: “Close To You” by Maxi Priestright behind it: “Praying For Time” (George Michael) and “(Can't Live Without Your) Love And Affection” (Nelson)
Top album: Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Marked for Death
In space: Ulysses launches

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: Forever Your Girl by Paula Abdulalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Black Rain

1988

#1 song: “Love Bites” by Def Leppardright behind it: “Red Red Wine” (UB40) and “Don't Worry, Be Happy (From "Cocktail")” (Bobby McFerrin)
Top album: Appetite for Destruction by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Gorillas in the Mist

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: “Let's Go Crazy” by Prince And The Revolutionright behind it: “I Just Called To Say I Love You” (Stevie Wonder) 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: The Big Chill

1982

#1 song: “Jack & Diane” by John Cougarright behind it: “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band) and “Hard To Say I'm Sorry” (Chicago)
Top album: American Fool by John Cougaralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

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: “Sad Eyes” by Robert Johnright behind it: “Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough” (Michael Jackson) and “Rise” (Herb Alpert)
Top album: In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: When a Stranger Calls

1978

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

1977

#1 song: “Star Wars Theme/Cantina Band” by Mecoright behind it: “Keep It Comin' Love” (KC And The Sunshine Band) and “You Light Up My Life” (Debby Boone)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars

1976

#1 song: “A Fifth Of Beethoven” by Walter Murphy & The Big Apple Bandright behind it: “Play That Funky Music” (Wild Cherry) and “Lowdown” (Boz Scaggs)
Top album: Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube

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
First aired: Space Battleship Yamato premieres

1973

#1 song: “Half-Breed” by Cherright behind it: “Loves Me Like A Rock” (Paul Simon (with The Dixie Hummingbirds)) and “Let's Get It On” (Marvin Gaye)
Top album: Brothers and Sisters by The Allman Brothers Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1972

#1 song: “Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me” by Mac Davisright behind it: “Ben” (Michael Jackson) and “Back Stabbers” (The O'Jays)
Top album: Chicago V by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Maggie May/Reason To Believe” by Rod Stewartright behind it: “Go Away Little Girl” (Donny Osmond) and “Superstar/Bless The Beasts And Children” (Carpenters)
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

1967

#1 song: “The Letter” by The Box Topsright behind it: “Never My Love” (The Association) and “Ode To Billie Joe” (Bobbie Gentry)
Top album: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1966

#1 song: “Cherish” by The Associationright behind it: “Reach Out I'll Be There” (Four Tops) 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: “Hang On Sloopy” (The McCoys) and “Treat Her Right” (Roy Head And The Traits)
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

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
In sports: 1963 World Series: Los Angeles Dodgers

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: “Crying” (Roy Orbison) and “Take Good Care Of My Baby” (Bobby Vee)

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: “Bird Dog” (The Everly Brothers) and “Rock-in Robin” (Bobby Day)

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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