September 5
on this day, year by year
Here is September 5 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 “What I Want” (Morgan Wallen Featuring Tate McRae)- In theaters
- The Conjuring: Last Rites
- On Netflix
- Wednesday
- Most read on Wikipedia
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, Member of the British royal family (1933–2025)died September 4- New games
- Cronos: The New Dawn
2024
- #1 song
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozeyright behind it: “Taste” (Sabrina Carpenter) and “Please Please Please” (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
Rich Homie Quan, American rapper (1989–2024)died September 5
2023
- #1 song
“I Remember Everything” by Zach Bryan Featuring Kacey Musgravesright behind it: “Fast Car” (Luke Combs) and “Paint The Town Red” (Doja Cat)- In theaters
- The Equalizer 3
- On Netflix
- ONE PIECE
- Most read on Wikipedia
Steve Harwell, American musician (1967–2023)died September 4- New games
- Chants of Sennaar
2022
- #1 song
“As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Bad Habit” (Steve Lacy) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)- In theaters
- Top Gun: Maverick
- On Netflix
- Cobra Kai
- Most read on Wikipedia
Liz Truss, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 2022Liz Truss is elected Leader of the Conservative Party and will succeed Boris Johnson as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on 6 September.
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
Sarah Harding, English singer, model, and actress (1981–2021)died September 5
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
2019
- #1 song
“Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish)- In theaters
- It Chapter Two
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)- Top album
- Love Yourself: Answer by BTSalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Incredibles 2
the 2010s
2017
- #1 song
“Despacito” by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieberright behind it: “Wild Thoughts” (DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller) and “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” (Cardi B)- Top album
- Science Fiction by Brand Newalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Hitman's Bodyguard
- Most read on Wikipedia
Deferred Action for Childhood ArrivalsThe Trump Administration announces that, during the next six months, it will be ending the DACA program that has halted the deportation of about 800,000 people who were brought…
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
- Don't Breathe
2015
- #1 song
“Cheerleader” by OMIright behind it: “Can't Feel My Face” (The Weeknd) and “Watch Me” (Silento)- Top album
- Kill the Lights by Luke Bryanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- War Room
2014
- #1 song
“Shake It Off” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Anaconda” (Nicki Minaj) and “All About That Bass” (Meghan Trainor)- Top album
- Blacc Hollywood by Wiz Khalifaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- New games
- Planetary Annihilation · Train Fever
2013
- #1 song
“Blurred Lines” by Robin Thicke Featuring T.I. + Pharrellright behind it: “Roar” (Katy Perry) and “We Can't Stop” (Miley Cyrus)- Top album
- Crash My Party by Luke Bryanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Riddick
2012
- #1 song
“We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” by Taylor Swiftright behind it: “Whistle” (Flo Rida) and “Lights” (Ellie Goulding)- In theaters
- The Possession
- New games
- HarmoKnight
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
- The Help
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
- The American
- New games
- Left 4 Dead 2
the 2000s
2009
- #1 song
“I Gotta Feeling” by The Black Eyed Peasright behind it: “Party In The U.S.A.” (Miley Cyrus) and “Down” (Jay Sean Featuring Lil Wayne)- Top album
- Keep on Loving You by Reba McEntirealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- The Final Destination
2008
- #1 song
“Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “Disturbia” (Rihanna) and “Forever” (Chris Brown)- Top album
- A Little Bit Longer by Jonas Brothersalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
- In theaters
- Bangkok Dangerous
- New games
- Twinity
2007
- #1 song
“Big Girls Don't Cry” by Fergieright behind it: “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” (Soulja Boy Tell'em) and “Stronger” (Kanye West)- In theaters
- Halloween
2006
- #1 song
“SexyBack” by Justin Timberlakeright behind it: “London Bridge” (Fergie) and “(When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me” (Sean Paul Feat. Keyshia Cole)- Top album
Danity Kane by Danity Kanealso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Invincible
- New games
- Test Drive Unlimited · Call of Juarez
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
- Transporter 2
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
- Hero
2003
- #1 song
“Shake Ya Tailfeather” by Nelly, P. Diddy & Murphy Leeright behind it: “Crazy In Love” (Beyonce Featuring Jay Z) and “Right Thurr” (Chingy)- Top album
The Neptunes Present... Clones by The Neptunesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star
2002
- #1 song
“Dilemma” by Nelly Featuring Kelly Rowlandright behind it: “Complicated” (Avril Lavigne) and “Hot In Herre” (Nelly)- Top album
The Eminem Show by Eminemalso on Spotify, YouTube- In theaters
- Swimfan
2001
- #1 song
“I'm Real” by Jennifer Lopez Featuring Ja Ruleright behind it: “Fallin'” (Alicia Keys) and “Someone To Call My Lover” (Janet)- In theaters
- Jeepers Creepers
2000
- #1 song
“Doesn't Really Matter” by Janetright behind it: “Music” (Madonna) and “Jumpin', Jumpin'” (Destiny's Child)- Top album
Country Grammar by Nellyalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Bring It On
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
- The Sixth Sense
1998
- #1 song
“I Don't Want To Miss A Thing” by Aerosmithright behind it: “The First Night” (Monica) and “Crush” (Jennifer Paige)- In theaters
- There's Something About Mary
1997
- #1 song
“Mo Money Mo Problems” by The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Maseright behind it: “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)” (Backstreet Boys) and “I'll Be Missing You” (Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112)- In theaters
- Fire Down Below
- New games
- Blast Corps
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
- Mortal Kombat
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
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
1992
- #1 song
“End Of The Road (From "Boomerang")” by Boyz II Menright behind it: “Baby-Baby-Baby” (TLC) and “November Rain” (Guns N' Roses)- Top album
Some Gave All by Billy Ray Cyrusalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Honeymoon in Vegas
1991
- #1 song
“(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” by Bryan Adamsright behind it: “The Promise Of A New Day” (Paula Abdul) and “Motownphilly” (Boyz II Men)- In theaters
- Dead Again
1990
- #1 song
“Blaze Of Glory (From "Young Guns II")” by Jon Bon Joviright behind it: “Release Me” (Wilson Phillips) 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
- “Hangin' Tough” by New Kids On The Blockright behind it: “Cold Hearted” (Paula Abdul) and “Don't Wanna Lose You” (Gloria Estefan)
- 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
- A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master
1987
- #1 song
“La Bamba” by Los Lobosright behind it: “I Just Can't Stop Loving You” (Michael Jackson With Siedah Garrett) and “Who's That Girl” (Madonna)- In theaters
- Stakeout
1986
- #1 song
“Venus” by Bananaramaright behind it: “Take My Breath Away (Love Theme From "Top Gun")” (Berlin) and “Higher Love” (Steve Winwood)- In theaters
- Stand by Me
- New games
- Super Pitfall
1985
- #1 song
“St. Elmo's Fire (Man In Motion)” by John Parrright behind it: “The Power Of Love” (Huey Lewis & The News) and “We Don't Need Another Hero (Thunderdome)” (Tina Turner)- 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
- An Officer and a Gentleman
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)- Top album
Bella Donna by Stevie Nicksalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- Raiders of the Lost Ark
1980
- #1 song
“Upside Down” by Diana Rossright behind it: “Sailing” (Christopher Cross) 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: “Good Times” (Chic) and “After The Love Has Gone” (Earth, Wind & Fire)
- Top album
Get the Knack by The Knackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia- In theaters
- The Muppet Movie
1978
- #1 song
“Boogie Oogie Oogie” by A Taste Of Honeyright behind it: “Three Times A Lady” (Commodores) and “Hot Blooded” (Foreigner)- 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
- In space
- Voyager 1 launches
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 “Get Down Tonight” (KC And The Sunshine Band)- Top album
Red Octopus by Jefferson Starshipalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1974
- #1 song
“(You're) Having My Baby” by Paul Anka with Odia Coatesright behind it: “I Shot The Sheriff” (Eric Clapton) and “Tell Me Something Good” (Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan)- Top album
461 Ocean Boulevard by Eric Claptonalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1973
- #1 song
“Let's Get It On” by Marvin Gayeright behind it: “Brother Louie” (Stories) and “Delta Dawn” (Helen Reddy)- Top album
Brothers and Sisters by The Allman Brothers Bandalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1972
- #1 song
“Alone Again (Naturally)” by Gilbert O'Sullivanright behind it: “Long Cool Woman (In A Black Dress)” (The Hollies) and “I'm Still In Love With You” (Al Green)
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 “Make It With You” (Bread)- 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: “A Boy Named Sue” (Johnny Cash) and “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies)
1968
- #1 song
“People Got To Be Free” by The Rascalsright behind it: “Born To Be Wild” (Steppenwolf) 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 “Everybody Loves Somebody” (Dean Martin)- 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: “Hello Mudduh, Hello Fadduh! (A Letter From Camp)” (Allan Sherman) and “If I Had A Hammer” (Trini Lopez)- Top album
My Son, the Nut by Allan Shermanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
1962
- #1 song
“Sheila” by Tommy Roeright behind it: “You Don't Know Me” (Ray Charles) and “The Loco-Motion” (Little Eva)
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 “Walk -- Don't Run” (The Ventures)
the late 1950s
1959
- #1 song
“The Three Bells” by The Brownsright behind it: “Sleep Walk” (Santo & Johnny) and “Sea Of Love” (Phil Phillips With The Twilights)
1958
- #1 song
“Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)” by Domenico Modugnoright behind it: “Little Star” (The Elegants) 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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