September 6

on this day, year by year

Here is September 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 September 6? Find your year:

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)
Top album: Karma by Stray Kidsalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Conjuring: Last Rites
On Netflix: Wednesday

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: Emily Armstrong, American singer (born 1986)
New games: Astro Bot

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)
Top album: Zach Bryan by Zach Bryanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Equalizer 3
On Netflix: ONE PIECE
New games: Baldur's Gate 3 · Starfield

2022

#1 song: “As It Was” by Harry Stylesright behind it: “Bad Habit” (Steve Lacy) and “About Damn Time” (Lizzo)
Top album: God Did by DJ Khaledalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Top Gun: Maverick
On Netflix: Cobra Kai
Most read on Wikipedia: Liz Truss, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 2022Liz Truss succeeds Boris Johnson to become Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
New games: Temtem

2021

#1 song: “Butter” by BTSright behind it: “Stay” (The Kid LAROI & Justin Bieber) and “Bad Habits” (Ed Sheeran)
Top album: Donda by Kanye Westalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
On Netflix: Money Heist
Most read on Wikipedia: Michael K. Williams, American actor (1966–2021)died September 6

2020

#1 song: “Dynamite” by BTSright behind it: “WAP” (Cardi B Featuring Megan Thee Stallion) and “Laugh Now Cry Later” (Drake Featuring Lil Durk)
Top album: Folklore by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Tenet

2019

#1 song: “Truth Hurts” by Lizzoright behind it: “Senorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello) and “Bad Guy” (Billie Eilish)
Top album: Lover by Taylor Swiftalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: It Chapter Two
New games: Super Mario World · Yoshi's Island · NBA 2K20

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: The Nun
Most read on Wikipedia: Burt Reynolds, American actor (1936–2018)died September 6

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 Arrivals
New games: Destiny 2

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)
Top album: Blonde by Frank Oceanalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Don't Breathe

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: 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

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)
Top album: Chapter V by Trey Songzalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Possession
New games: Super Hexagon

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
New games: Dead Island · Resistance 3 · Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine

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: Final Fantasy Dimensions

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: 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

2007

#1 song: “Big Girls Don't Cry” by Fergieright behind it: “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” (Soulja Boy Tell'em) and “Stronger” (Kanye West)
Top album: High School Musical 2 by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: 3:10 to Yuma

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

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)
Top album: Now by Maxwellalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: The Musketeer
New games: Shenmue II

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
New games: San Francisco Rush 2049 · Capcom vs. SNK: Millennium Fight 2000

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)
Top album: The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill by Lauryn Hillalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: The Dance by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Fire Down Below

1996

#1 song: “Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)” by Los Del Rioright behind it: “I Love You Always Forever” (Donna Lewis) and “Twisted” (Keith Sweat)
Top album: Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissettealso on Spotify, YouTube
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)
Top album: Dangerous Minds by Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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
New games: Master of Orion

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: “(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)
Top album: Metallica by Metallicaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: Hysteria by Def Leppardalso on Spotify, YouTube
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 “Didn't We Almost Have It All” (Whitney Houston)
Top album: La Bamba by Los Lobosalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: True Blue by Madonnaalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
In theaters: Stand by Me

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)
Top album: Thriller by Michael Jacksonalso on Spotify, YouTube
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: Escape by Journeyalso 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)
Top album: Emotional Rescue by The Rolling Stonesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia
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)
Top album: Grease by Soundtrackalso 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)
Top album: Rumours by Fleetwood Macalso on Spotify, YouTube
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 “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)
Top album: Chicago V by Chicagoalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1971

#1 song: “Go Away Little Girl” by Donny Osmondright behind it: “Spanish Harlem” (Aretha Franklin) and “Smiling Faces Sometimes” (The Undisputed Truth)
Top album: Tapestry by Carole Kingalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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: “A Boy Named Sue” (Johnny Cash) and “Sugar, Sugar” (The Archies)
Top album: Johnny Cash at San Quentin by Johnny Cashalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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)
Top album: Revolver by The Beatlesalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

1965

#1 song: “Help!” by The Beatlesright behind it: “Like A Rolling Stone” (Bob Dylan) and “Eve Of Destruction” (Barry McGuire)
Top album: Help! by The Beatles / Soundtrackalso on Spotify, YouTube, Wikipedia

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: “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 “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 “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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