September 10
on this day, year by year
Here is September 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.
2025
- #1 song
“Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Tears” (Sabrina Carpenter)- Top album
- Man's Best Friend by Sabrina Carpenteralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Conjuring: Last Rites
- On Netflix
- Bon Appétit, Your Majesty
- Most read on Wikipedia
Charlie Kirk, American political activist (1993–2025)American right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk is shot dead during a debate at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, United States.- New games
- Genshin Impact
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “I Had Some Help” (Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen) and “Espresso” (Sabrina Carpenter)- Top album
- Short n' Sweet by Sabrina Carpenteralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
- On Netflix
- The Perfect Couple
- Most read on Wikipedia
James Earl Jones, American actor (1931–2024)died September 9- New games
- Satisfactory
2023
- #1 song
“Paint The Town Red” by Doja Catright behind it: “I Remember Everything” (Zach Bryan Featuring Kacey Musgraves) and “Fast Car” (Luke Combs)- In theaters
- The Nun II
- On Netflix
- ONE PIECE
- Most read on Wikipedia
- Jawan, 2023 Indian film by Atlee
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Bad Habit” (Steve Lacy) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)- In theaters
- Barbarian
- On Netflix
- Cobra Kai
- Most read on Wikipedia
Charles III, King of the United Kingdom since 2022Charles Philip Arthur George is proclaimed King of the United Kingdom as Charles III by the Accession Council at St James's Palace.
2021
- #1 song
“Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Bad Habits” (Ed Sheeran)- In theaters
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
- On Netflix
- Money Heist
- Most read on Wikipedia
Emma Raducanu, British tennis player (born 2002)- New games
- Life Is Strange: True Colors · Tales of Arise · NBA 2K22
2020
- #1 song
“Dynamite” by BTSright behind it: “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion) and “Laugh Now Cry Later” (Drake Featuring Lil Durk)- In theaters
- Tenet
- Most read on Wikipedia
Diana Rigg, English actress (1938–2020)died September 10- New games
- Tomoyo After: It's a Wonderful Life
2019
- #1 song
“Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish)- In theaters
- It Chapter Two
- New games
- EFootball PES 2020 · Gears 5 · Blasphemous
2018
- #1 song
“In My Feelings” by Drakeright behind it: “Girls Like You” (Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi B) and “I Like It” (Cardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin)- In theaters
- The Nun
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Look What You Made Me Do” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Despacito” (Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber) and “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B)- Top album
- Luv Is Rage 2 by Lil Uzi Vertalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- It
- Most read on Wikipedia
- It, 2017 supernatural horror film by Andy Muschietti
2016
- #1 song
“Closer” by The Chainsmokers Featuring Halseyright behind it: “Cold Water” (Major Lazer Featuring Justin Bieber & MO) and “Cheap Thrills” (Sia Featuring Sean Paul)- In theaters
- Sully
2015
- #1 song
“Can't Feel My Face” by The Weekndright behind it: “Cheerleader” (OMI) and “Watch Me” (Silento)- Top album
- Immortalized by Disturbedalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Perfect Guy
- New games
- Super Mario Maker
2014
- #1 song
“Shake It Off” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “All About That Bass” (Meghan Trainor) and “Anaconda” (Nicki Minaj)- Top album
- My Everything by Ariana Grandealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- New games
- Spider-Man Unlimited
2013
- #1 song
“Roar” by Katy Perryright behind it: “Blurred Lines” (Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrell) and “Berzerk” (Eminem)- Top album
- Hail to the King by Avenged Sevenfoldalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Riddick
- New games
- Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs · NHL 14
2012
- #1 song
“Whistle” by Flo Ridaright behind it: “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” (Taylor Swift) and “One More Night” (Maroon 5)- In theaters
- The Possession
2011
- #1 song
“Moves Like Jagger” by Maroon 5 Featuring Christina Aguileraright behind it: “Party Rock Anthem” (LMFAO Featuring Lauren Bennett & GoonRock) and “Pumped Up Kicks” (Foster The People)- Top album
- The R.E.D. Album by Gamealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Contagion
- New games
- The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
2010
- #1 song
“Love The Way You Lie” by Eminem Featuring Rihannaright behind it: “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry) and “Dynamite” (Taio Cruz)- Top album
- Teenage Dream by Katy Perryalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Resident Evil: Afterlife
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
- Breakthrough by Colbie Caillatalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- I Can Do Bad All by Myself
- First aired
- The Vampire Diaries premieres
- New games
- Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
2008
- #1 song
“Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “Disturbia” (Rihanna) and “So What” (P!nk)- In theaters
- Bangkok Dangerous
- New games
- NHL 09
2007
- #1 song
“Crank That (Soulja Boy)” by Soulja Boy Tell'emright behind it: “Stronger” (Kanye West) and “Big Girls Don't Cry” (Fergie)- In theaters
- 3:10 to Yuma
- New games
- Drawn to Life
2006
- #1 song
“SexyBack” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “London Bridge” (Fergie) and “Crazy” (Gnarls Barkley)- Top album
- Modern Times by Bob Dylanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Covenant
2005
- #1 song
“We Belong Together” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Mariah Carey) and “Don't Cha” (The Pussycat Dolls Featuring Busta Rhymes)- Top album
- Most Wanted by Hilary Duffalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Exorcism of Emily Rose
2004
- #1 song
“Goodies” by Ciara Featuring Petey Pabloright behind it: “Lean Back” (Terror Squad) and “Sunshine” (Lil' Flip Featuring Lea)- Top album
Live Like You Were Dying by Tim McGrawalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Resident Evil: Apocalypse
2003
- #1 song
“Shake Ya Tailfeather” by Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Leeright behind it: “Right Thurr” (Chingy) and “Crazy In Love” (Beyonce Featuring Jay Z)- Top album
Love & Life by Mary J. Bligealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star
- New games
- Europa Universalis: Crown of the North
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Gangsta Lovin'” (Eve Featuring Alicia Keys) and “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne)- In theaters
- Swimfan
- New games
- Battlefield 1942 · Ty the Tasmanian Tiger
2001
- #1 song
“I'm Real” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Ruleright behind it: “Fallin'” (Alicia Keys) and “Where The Party At” (Jagged Edge With Nelly)- In theaters
- The Musketeer
- New games
- Advance Wars
2000
- #1 song
“Music” by Madonnaright behind it: “Doesn't Really Matter” (Janet) and “Jumpin', Jumpin'” (Destiny's Child)- Top album
Country Grammar by Nellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Watcher
the 1990s
1999
- #1 song
“Bailamos” by Enrique Iglesiasright behind it: “Unpretty” (TLC) and “Summer Girls” (LFO)- Top album
Christina Aguilera by Christina Aguileraalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Stigmata
- New games
- Um Jammer Lammy
1998
- #1 song
“I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” by Aerosmithright behind it: “The First Night” (Monica) and “Crush” (Jennifer Paige)- Top album
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hillalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Rounders
- New games
- Spyro the Dragon
1997
- #1 song
“Honey” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Mo Money Mo Problems” (The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase) and “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys)- Top album
No Way Out by Puff Daddy and the Familyalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Fire Down Below
- New games
- Silhouette Mirage
1996
- #1 song
- “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis) and “Twisted” (Keith Sweat)
- In theaters
- Bulletproof
1995
- #1 song
“Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")” by Coolio Featuring L.V.right behind it: “You Are Not Alone” (Michael Jackson) and “Kiss From A Rose” (Seal)- In theaters
- To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar
1994
- #1 song
“I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Stay (I Missed You) (From "Reality Bites")” (Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories) and “Wild Night” (John Mellencamp With Me'Shell Ndegeocello)- Top album
The Lion King by Elton Johnalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Forrest Gump
- New games
- Kid Klown in Crazy Chase
1993
- #1 song
“Dreamlover” by Mariah Careyright behind it: “Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver")” (UB40) and “Whoomp! (There It Is)” (Tag Team)- Top album
River of Dreams by Billy Joelalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Fugitive
- First aired
- The X-Files premieres
- New games
- Final Fantasy Mystic Quest · Super Street Fighter II
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Baby-Baby-Baby” (TLC) and “Humpin' Around” (Bobby Brown)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Honeymoon in Vegas
1991
- #1 song
“The Promise Of A New Day” by Paula Abdulright behind it: “I Adore Mi Amor” (Color Me Badd) and “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” (Bryan Adams)- In theaters
- Dead Again
1990
- #1 song
“Release Me” by Wilson Phillipsright behind it: “Blaze Of Glory (From "Young Guns II")” (Jon Bon Jovi) and “Do Me!” (Bell Biv DeVoe)- Top album
Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Ghost
the 1980s
1989
- #1 song
“Don't Wanna Lose You” by Gloria Estefanright behind it: “Girl I'm Gonna Miss You” (Milli Vanilli) and “Heaven” (Warrant)- Top album
Hangin' Tough by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Uncle Buck
1988
- #1 song
“Sweet Child O' Mine” by Guns N' Rosesright behind it: “Simply Irresistible” (Robert Palmer) and “Perfect World” (Huey Lewis & The News)- In theaters
- Moon over Parador
1987
- #1 song
“La Bamba” by Los Lobosright behind it: “I Just Can't Stop Loving You” (Michael Jackson With Siedah Garrett) and “Didn't We Almost Have It All” (Whitney Houston)- In theaters
- Stakeout
1986
- #1 song
“Take My Breath Away (Love Theme From "Top Gun")” by Berlinright behind it: “Dancing On The Ceiling” (Lionel Richie) and “Stuck With You” (Huey Lewis & The News)- In theaters
- Stand by Me
1985
- #1 song
“St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion)” by John Parrright behind it: “We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)” (Tina Turner) and “Money For Nothing” (Dire Straits)- Top album
Brothers in Arms by Dire Straitsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Back to the Future
1984
- #1 song
“What's Love Got To Do With It” by Tina Turnerright behind it: “Missing You” (John Waite) and “She Bop” (Cyndi Lauper)- Top album
Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Tightrope
1983
- #1 song
“Maniac” by Michael Sembelloright behind it: “Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)” (Eurythmics) and “The Safety Dance” (Men Without Hats)- In theaters
- Mr. Mom
1982
- #1 song
“Hard To Say I'm Sorry” by Chicagoright behind it: “Eye Of The Tiger” (Survivor) and “Abracadabra” (The Steve Miller Band)- 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: “Slow Hand” (The Pointer Sisters) and “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around” (Stevie Nicks With Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers)- In theaters
- Raiders of the Lost Ark
1980
- #1 song
“Upside Down” by Diana Rossright behind it: “All Out Of Love” (Air Supply) and “Emotional Rescue” (The Rolling Stones)- In theaters
- Smokey and the Bandit II
the 1970s
1979
- #1 song
“My Sharona” by The Knackright behind it: “After The Love Has Gone” (Earth, Wind & Fire) and “The Devil Went Down To Georgia” (The Charlie Daniels Band)- Top album
In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- North Dallas Forty
1978
- #1 song
“Boogie Oogie Oogie” by A Taste Of Honeyright behind it: “Three Times A Lady” (Commodores) and “Hot Blooded” (Foreigner)- Top album
Don't Look Back by Bostonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Animal House
1977
- #1 song
“Best Of My Love” by The Emotionsright behind it: “(your Love Has Lifted Me) Higher And Higher” (Rita Coolidge) and “I Just Want To Be Your Everything” (Andy Gibb)- In theaters
- Star Wars
1976
- #1 song
“(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty” by KC And The Sunshine Bandright behind it: “You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine” (Lou Rawls) and “Play That Funky Music” (Wild Cherry)- Top album
Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube
1975
- #1 song
“Rhinestone Cowboy” by Glen Campbellright behind it: “Fallin' In Love” (Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds) and “At Seventeen” (Janis Ian)
1974
- #1 song
“I Shot The Sheriff” by Eric Claptonright behind it: “(You're) Having My Baby” (Paul Anka with Odia Coates) and “Rock Me Gently” (Andy Kim)- Top album
Fulfillingness' First Finale by Stevie Wonderalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Delta Dawn” by Helen Reddyright behind it: “Let's Get It On” (Marvin Gaye) and “Say, Has Anybody Seen My Sweet Gypsy Rose” (Dawn Featuring Tony Orlando)- Top album
Brothers and Sisters by The Allman Brothers Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Black & White” by Three Dog Nightright behind it: “Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me” (Mac Davis) and “Alone Again (Naturally)” (Gilbert O'Sullivan)
1971
- #1 song
“Go Away Little Girl” by Donny Osmondright behind it: “Spanish Harlem” (Aretha Franklin) and “Smiling Faces Sometimes” (The Undisputed Truth)
1970
- #1 song
“War” by Edwin Starrright behind it: “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” (Diana Ross) and “In The Summertime” (Mungo Jerry)- Top album
Cosmo's Factory by Creedence Clearwater Revivalalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
the 1960s
1969
- #1 song
“Honky Tonk Women” by The Rolling Stonesright behind it: “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies) and “A Boy Named Sue” (Johnny Cash)
1968
- #1 song
“People Got To Be Free” by The Rascalsright behind it: “Harper Valley P.T.A.” (Jeannie C. Riley) and “Light My Fire” (Jose Feliciano)- Top album
Waiting for the Sun by The Doorsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1967
- #1 song
“Ode To Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentryright behind it: “Reflections” (Diana Ross & The Supremes) and “Come Back When You Grow Up” (Bobby Vee And The Strangers)- Top album
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1966
- #1 song
“You Can't Hurry Love” by The Supremesright behind it: “Sunshine Superman” (Donovan) and “Yellow Submarine” (The Beatles)
1965
- #1 song
- “Help!” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Like A Rolling Stone” (Bob Dylan) and “Eve Of Destruction” (Barry McGuire)
1964
- #1 song
“House Of The Rising Sun” by The Animalsright behind it: “Where Did Our Love Go” (The Supremes) and “Because” (The Dave Clark Five)- Top album
A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1963
- #1 song
“My Boyfriend's Back” by The Angelsright behind it: “Blue Velvet” (Bobby Vinton) and “If I Had A Hammer” (Trini Lopez)- Top album
My Son, the Nut by Allan Shermanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1962
- #1 song
- “Sherry” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Sheila” (Tommy Roe) and “Ramblin' Rose” (Nat King Cole)
1961
- #1 song
“Michael” by The Highwaymenright behind it: “Take Good Care Of My Baby” (Bobby Vee) and “My True Story” (The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra)
1960
- #1 song
“It's Now Or Never” by Elvis Presley With The Jordanairesright behind it: “The Twist” (Chubby Checker) and “My Heart Has A Mind Of Its Own” (Connie Francis)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“The Three Bells” by The Brownsright behind it: “Sleep Walk” (Santo & Johnny) and “I'm Gonna Get Married” (Lloyd Price)
1958
- #1 song
“Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” by Domenico Modugnoright behind it: “Bird Dog” (The Everly Brothers) and “Little Star” (The Elegants)
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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