September 29

on this day, year by year

Am I the Drama? (2025) album cover

Mixtape Pluto (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

Partners (2014) album cover

From Here to Now to You (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 29 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 29? Find your year:

2025

#1 song: “Golden” by HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna & REI AMIright behind it: “Ordinary” (Alex Warren) and “Soda Pop” (Saja Boys: Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo & samUIL Lee)
Top album: Am I the Drama? by Cardi Balso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: One Battle After Another
On Netflix: Wayward
New games: Blue Prince

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: Mixtape Pluto by Futurealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Wild Robot
On Netflix: Monsters
Most read on Wikipedia: Lyle and Erik Menéndez, American murderers and brothers

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: PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie
On Netflix: Sex Education
Most read on Wikipedia: Denial-of-service attack, Type of cyber-attack
New games: EA Sports FC 24 · Fate/Samurai Remnant

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: Smile
On Netflix: DAHMER
Most read on Wikipedia: Jeffrey Dahmer, American serial killer (1960–1994)
New games: Dorfromantik · Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous

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

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
New games: Spelunky 2

2019

#1 song: “Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Someone You Loved” (Lewis Capaldi)
Top album: Hollywood's Bleeding by Post Malonealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Abominable

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: Tunnel, Underground passage made for traffic

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: It
Most read on Wikipedia: Hugh Hefner, American magazine publisher (1926–2017)died September 27
New games: Cuphead · FIFA 18 · EarthBound

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: Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
New games: Pokémon Go · FIFA 17 · Quantum Break

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: Alien: Isolation · Might & Magic Heroes VII · Xenonauts

2014

#1 song: “All About That Bass” by Meghan Trainorright behind it: “Shake It Off” (Taylor Swift) and “Bang Bang” (Jessie J, Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj)
Top album: Partners by Barbra Streisandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Equalizer
New games: Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments

2013

#1 song: “Wrecking Ball” by Miley Cyrusright behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “Royals” (Lorde)
Top album: From Here to Now to You by Jack Johnsonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2

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

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: Dolphin Tale
In space: Tiangong-1 launches
New games: FIFA 12 · Psychonauts · Shadowgun

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: Sonic Adventure · Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions · Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock

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
New games: Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 · MotorStorm: Arctic Edge · MySims Agents

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: Eagle Eye
New games: Lego Batman: The Videogame

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

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: Open Season
New games: Age of Empires III · DEFCON · Clubhouse Games

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

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: “Baby Boy” by Beyonce Featuring Sean Paulright behind it: “Shake Ya Tailfeather” (Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Lee) and “Right Thurr” (Chingy)
Top album: Grand Champ by DMXalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Rundown

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: Believe by Disturbedalso 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

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: Remember the Titans
New games: Baldur's Gate II: Shadows of Amn · Street Fighter Alpha 3 · Tigger's Honey Hunt

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

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: “4 Seasons Of Loneliness” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Honey” (Mariah Carey) and “You Make Me Wanna...” (Usher)
Top album: Butterfly by Mariah Careyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Peacemaker
New games: Croc: Legend of the Gobbos

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
New games: Super Mario 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
New games: Tekken 2 · Ridge Racer · Wipeout

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: The River Wild
New games: Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 · The Jungle Book · Bugs Bunny Rabbit Rampage

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: P.T.O.

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

1991

#1 song: “Good Vibrations” by Marky Mark & The Funky Bunch Featuring Loleatta Hollowayright behind it: “I Adore Mi Amor” (Color Me Badd) and “Emotions” (Mariah Carey)
Top album: Use Your Illusion II by Guns N' Rosesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Fisher King

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: Uninvited

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: Gorillas in the Mist

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 “When I Think Of You” (Janet Jackson)
Top album: Dancing on the Ceiling by Lionel Richiealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Crocodile Dundee

1985

#1 song: “Money For Nothing” by Dire Straitsright behind it: “Cherish” (Kool & The Gang) and “Oh Sheila” (Ready For The World)
Top album: Brothers in Arms by Dire Straitsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Invasion U.S.A.
First aired: MacGyver premieres

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: 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: 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: “Another One Bites The Dust” by Queenright behind it: “All Out Of Love” (Air Supply) and “Upside Down” (Diana Ross)
Top album: The Game by Queenalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Hopscotch

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: “Fame” by David Bowieright behind it: “I'm Sorry” (John Denver) and “Rhinestone Cowboy” (Glen Campbell)
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: Endless Summer by The Beach Boysalso 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: “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: Waiting for the Sun by The Doorsalso on Spotify, YouTube

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: “Mack The Knife” by Bobby Darinright behind it: “Put Your Head On My Shoulder” (Paul Anka) and “Sleep Walk” (Santo & Johnny)

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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