September 27

on this day, year by year

Breach (2025) album cover

Days Before Rodeo (2024) album cover

Nostalgia (2023) album cover

Born Pink (2022) album cover

Certified Lover Boy (2021) album cover

Folklore (2020) album cover

Hollywood's Bleeding (2019) album cover

Cry Pretty (2018) album cover

Life Changes (2017) album cover

They Don't Know (2016) album cover

Beauty Behind the Madness (2015) album cover

Anomaly (2014) album cover

Fuse (2013) album cover

Away from the World (2012) album cover

Own the Night (2011) album cover

A Thousand Suns (2010) album cover

Here is September 27 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 September 27? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Manchild” (Sabrina Carpenter)
Top album: Breach by Twenty One Pilotsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: One Battle After Another
On Netflix: Billionaires' Bunker

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: Days Before Rodeo by Travis Scottalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Wild Robot
On Netflix: Monsters
Most read on Wikipedia: Maggie Smith, British actress (1934–2024)died September 27
New games: EA Sports FC 25 · Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit

2023

#1 song: “Slime You Out” by Drake Featuring SZAright behind it: “Paint The Town Red” (Doja Cat) and “Snooze” (SZA)
Top album: Nostalgia by Rod Wavealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Oppenheimer
On Netflix: Sex Education
New games: Counter-Strike 2

2022

#1 song: “As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Bad Habit” (Steve Lacy) and “I Like You (A Happier Song)” (Post Malone Featuring Doja Cat)
Top album: Born Pink by Blackpinkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Don't Worry Darling
On Netflix: DAHMER
Most read on Wikipedia: Jeffrey Dahmer, American serial killer (1960–1994)
New games: Grounded · Kena: Bridge of Spirits · Tunic

2021

#1 song: “Stay” by The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieberright behind it: “Industry Baby” (Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow) and “Way 2 Sexy” (Drake Featuring Future & Young Thug)
Top album: Certified Lover Boy by Drakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
On Netflix: Squid Game
Most read on Wikipedia: Squid Game, South Korean television series (2021–2025)

2020

#1 song: “Dynamite” by BTSright behind it: “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion) and “Holy” (Justin Bieber Featuring Chance The Rapper)
Top album: Folklore by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Tenet
Most read on Wikipedia: Amy Coney Barrett, US Supreme Court justice since 2020

2019

#1 song: “Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish)
Top album: Hollywood's Bleeding by Post Malonealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Abominable
New games: FIFA 20 · Dragon Quest · Dragon Quest XI

2018

#1 song: “Girls Like You” by Maroon 5 Featuring Cardi Bright behind it: “In My Feelings” (Drake) and “Killshot” (Eminem)
Top album: Cry Pretty by Carrie Underwoodalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Night School
Most read on Wikipedia: Brett Kavanaugh, US Supreme Court justice since 2018Christine Blasey Ford, who has accused Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault, testifies before the Senate.
New games: TowerFall

the 2010s

2017

#1 song: “Look What You Made Me Do” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B) and “1-800-273-8255” (Logic Featuring Alessia Cara & Khalid)
Top album: Life Changes by Thomas Rhettalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Kingsman: The Golden Circle
New games: Home Sweet Home

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: They Don't Know by Jason Aldeanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Magnificent Seven
New games: FIFA 17 · Darkest Dungeon · Forza Horizon 3

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: Beauty Behind the Madness by The Weekndalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hotel Transylvania 2
New games: Lego Dimensions

2014

#1 song: “All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Anaconda” (Nicki Minaj)
Top album: Anomaly by Lecraealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Equalizer
New games: Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water

2013

#1 song: “Wrecking Ball” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Royals” (Lorde)
Top album: Fuse by Keith Urbanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2
New games: FIFA 14

2012

#1 song: “One More Night” by Maroon 5right behind it: “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” (Taylor Swift) and “Some Nights” (fun.)
Top album: Away from the World by Dave Matthews Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hotel Transylvania
New games: FIFA 13 · Bad Piggies · Little King's Story

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: Own the Night by Lady Aalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Lion King
New games: FIFA 12

2010

#1 song: “Just The Way You Are” by Bruno Marsright behind it: “Love The Way You Lie” (Eminem Featuring Rihanna) and “Only Girl (In The World)” (Rihanna)
Top album: A Thousand Suns by Linkin Parkalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps
New games: Dead Rising 2

the 2000s

2009

#1 song: “I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Run This Town” (Jay-Z, Rihanna & Kanye West) and “Down” (Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayne)
Top album: The Blueprint 3 by Jay-Zalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

2008

#1 song: “So What” by P!nkright behind it: “Whatever You Like” (T.I.) and “Disturbia” (Rihanna)
Top album: Death Magnetic by Metallicaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Eagle Eye

2007

#1 song: “Stronger” by Kanye Westright behind it: “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” (Soulja Boy Tell'em) and “The Way I Are” (Timbaland Featuring Keri Hilson)
Top album: Graduation by Kanye Westalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Game Plan
In space: Dawn launches
New games: Halo 3 · FIFA 08 · MySims

2006

#1 song: “SexyBack” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “Money Maker” (Ludacris Featuring Pharrell) and “Too Little Too Late” (JoJo)
Top album: FutureSex/LoveSounds by Justin Timberlakealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Jackass Number Two
New games: Doom

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: The Peoples Champ by Paul Wallalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Flightplan
New games: Far Cry Instincts · Another Code: Two Memories

2004

#1 song: “Goodies” by Ciara Featuring Petey Pabloright behind it: “Lean Back” (Terror Squad) and “Sunshine” (Lil' Flip Featuring Lea)
Top album: Suit by Nellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Forgotten

2003

#1 song: “Shake Ya Tailfeather” by Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Leeright behind it: “Baby Boy” (Beyonce Featuring Sean Paul) and “Right Thurr” (Chingy)
Top album: Heavier Things by John Mayeralso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Rundown
New games: Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim

2002

#1 song: “Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Gangsta Lovin'” (Eve Featuring Alicia Keys) and “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne)
Top album: Home by Dixie Chicksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Sweet Home Alabama

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: Don't Say a Word
New games: Silent Hill 2 · Lego Racers 2

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: G.O.A.T. by LL Cool Jalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Urban Legends: Final Cut
New games: Dragon Quest

the 1990s

1999

#1 song: “Unpretty” by TLCright behind it: “She's All I Ever Had” (Ricky Martin) and “Smooth” (Santana Featuring Rob Thomas)
Top album: Ruff Ryders' First Lady by Evealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Double Jeopardy
New games: Age of Empires II

1998

#1 song: “The First Night” by Monicaright behind it: “I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” (Aerosmith) and “One Week” (Barenaked Ladies)
Top album: Mechanical Animals by Marilyn Mansonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Rush Hour

1997

#1 song: “Honey” by Mariah Careyright 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, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Peacemaker

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: Home Again by New Editionalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The First Wives Club
New games: Wave Race 64

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: Cracked Rear View by Hootie & the Blowfishalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Seven

1994

#1 song: “I'll Make Love To You” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Endless Love” (Luther Vandross & Mariah Carey) and “All I Wanna Do” (Sheryl Crow)
Top album: From the Cradle by Eric Claptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Timecop

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 Pieces by Garth Brooksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Good Son
New games: Simon the Sorcerer

1992

#1 song: “End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough” (Patty Smyth) and “Humpin' Around” (Bobby Brown)
Top album: Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Last of the Mohicans
New games: Dragon Quest V

1991

#1 song: “I Adore Mi Amor” by Color Me Baddright behind it: “Good Vibrations” (Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch Featuring Loleatta Holloway) and “Motownphilly” (Boyz II Men)
Top album: Ropin' the Wind by Garth Brooksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fisher King
New games: Ys III: Wanderers from Ys

1990

#1 song: “(Can't Live Without Your) Love And Affection” by Nelsonright behind it: “Close To You” (Maxi Priest) and “Release Me” (Wilson Phillips)
Top album: Step by Step by New Kids on the Blockalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Pacific Heights

the 1980s

1989

#1 song: “Girl I'm Gonna Miss You” by Milli Vanilliright behind it: “Heaven” (Warrant) and “If I Could Turn Back Time” (Cher)
Top album: Girl You Know It's True by Milli Vanillialso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Black Rain
New games: Section Z

1988

#1 song: “Don't Worry, Be Happy (From "Cocktail")” by Bobby McFerrinright behind it: “Love Bites” (Def Leppard) and “I'll Always Love You” (Taylor Dayne)
Top album: Appetite for Destruction by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Dead Ringers
New games: 8 Eyes

1987

#1 song: “Didn't We Almost Have It All” by Whitney Houstonright behind it: “Here I Go Again” (Whitesnake) and “Lost In Emotion” (Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam)
Top album: Bad by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fatal Attraction

1986

#1 song: “Stuck With You” by Huey Lewis & The Newsright behind it: “Friends And Lovers” (Carl Anderson & Gloria Loring) and “Dancing On The Ceiling” (Lionel Richie)
Top album: Dancing on the Ceiling by Lionel Richiealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Crocodile Dundee
New games: Commando · Terra Cresta

1985

#1 song: “Money For Nothing” by Dire Straitsright behind it: “Cherish” (Kool & The Gang) and “Freedom” (Wham!)
Top album: Brothers in Arms by Dire Straitsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Invasion U.S.A.
New games: City Connection · Hyper Sports

1984

#1 song: “Let's Go Crazy” by Prince And The Revolutionright behind it: “Missing You” (John Waite) and “Drive” (The Cars)
Top album: Purple Rain by Princealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: All of Me

1983

#1 song: “Total Eclipse Of The Heart” by Bonnie Tylerright behind it: “Tell Her About It” (Billy Joel) and “The Safety Dance” (Men Without Hats)
Top album: Synchronicity by The Policealso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Mr. Mom

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: Amityville II: The Possession

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: Mommie Dearest

1980

#1 song: “Upside Down” by Diana Rossright behind it: “All Out Of Love” (Air Supply) and “Another One Bites The Dust” (Queen)
Top album: The Game by Queenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Exterminator

the 1970s

1979

#1 song: “My Sharona” by The Knackright behind it: “Sad Eyes” (Robert John) and “Rise” (Herb Alpert)
Top album: In Through the Out Door by Led Zeppelinalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Monty Python's Life of Brian

1978

#1 song: “Kiss You All Over” by Exileright behind it: “Boogie Oogie Oogie” (A Taste Of Honey) and “Hopelessly Devoted To You” (Olivia Newton-John)
Top album: Grease by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Animal House

1977

#1 song: “Star Wars Theme/Cantina Band” by Mecoright behind it: “Keep It Comin' Love” (KC And The Sunshine Band) and “Don't Stop” (Fleetwood Mac)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
In theaters: Star Wars

1976

#1 song: “Play That Funky Music” by Wild Cherryright behind it: “I'd Really Love To See You Tonight” (England Dan & John Ford Coley) and “A Fifth Of Beethoven” (Walter Murphy & The Big Apple Band)
Top album: Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Framptonalso on Spotify, YouTube

1975

#1 song: “I'm Sorry” by John Denverright behind it: “Fame” (David Bowie) and “Rhinestone Cowboy” (Glen Campbell)
Top album: Red Octopus by Jefferson Starshipalso on Spotify, YouTube

1974

#1 song: “Rock Me Gently” by Andy Kimright behind it: “I Honestly Love You” (Olivia Newton-John) and “Nothing From Nothing” (Billy Preston)
Top album: Bad Company by Bad Companyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1973

#1 song: “We're An American Band” by Grand Funkright behind it: “Let's Get It On” (Marvin Gaye) and “Half-Breed” (Cher)
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: “Black & White” (Three Dog Night) and “Saturday In The Park” (Chicago)
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 “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down” (Joan Baez)
Top album: Every Picture Tells a Story by Rod Stewartalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1970

#1 song: “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” by Diana Rossright behind it: “Lookin' Out My Back Door/Long As I Can See The Light” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) 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: “Green River” (Creedence Clearwater Revival) and “Honky Tonk Women” (The Rolling Stones)
Top album: Blind Faith by Blind Faithalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1968

#1 song: “Hey Jude” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Harper Valley P.T.A.” (Jeannie C. Riley) and “People Got To Be Free” (The Rascals)
Top album: Time Peace: The Rascals' Greatest Hits by The Rascalsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1967

#1 song: “The Letter” by The Box Topsright behind it: “Ode To Billie Joe” (Bobbie Gentry) and “Never My Love” (The Association)
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: “You Can't Hurry Love” (The Supremes) and “Beauty Is Only Skin Deep” (The Temptations)
Top album: Revolver by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “Hang On Sloopy” by The McCoysright behind it: “Eve Of Destruction” (Barry McGuire) and “Yesterday” (The Beatles)
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 “Bread And Butter” (The Newbeats)
Top album: A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1963

#1 song: “Blue Velvet” by Bobby Vintonright behind it: “Sally, Go 'round The Roses” (The Jaynetts) and “Be My Baby” (The Ronettes)
Top album: My Son, the Nut by Allan Shermanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1962

#1 song: “Sherry” by The 4 Seasonsright behind it: “Ramblin' Rose” (Nat King Cole) and “Green Onions” (Booker T. & The MG's)

1961

#1 song: “Take Good Care Of My Baby” by Bobby Veeright behind it: “The Mountain's High” (Dick and DeeDee) and “Crying” (Roy Orbison)

1960

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

the late 1950s

1959

#1 song: “Sleep Walk” by Santo & Johnnyright behind it: “Mack The Knife” (Bobby Darin) and “The Three Bells” (The Browns)

1958

#1 song: “It's All In The Game” by Tommy Edwardsright behind it: “Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” (Domenico Modugno) 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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