September 9
on this day, year by year
Here is September 9 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
- New games
- Call of the Sea
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
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
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 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 2022- New games
- Splatoon 3
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
- New games
- The Artful Escape
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)- In theaters
- The Nun
- Most read on Wikipedia
Naomi Osaka, Japanese tennis player (born 1997)- First aired
- You premieres
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
- It
- Most read on Wikipedia
- It, 2017 supernatural horror film by Andy Muschietti
- New games
- Monster Hunter Stories
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
- War Room
- New games
- Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
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
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
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
- Resistance 3 · Star Fox 64 3D
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
- The Final Destination
- New games
- Sonic & Knuckles · The Beatles: Rock Band
2008
- #1 song
“Whatever You Like” by T.I.right behind it: “Disturbia” (Rihanna) and “So What” (P!nk)- In theaters
- Bangkok Dangerous
- First aired
- Fringe premieres
- New games
- Secret of Mana · Last Battle · TNA Impact!
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
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
- 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
- New games
- Resident Evil Outbreak: File 2
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
- Savage: The Battle for Newerth
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
- Emperor: Rise of the Middle Kingdom · 4x4 Evo 2
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
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
- 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
- Sonic Adventure · Soulcalibur · The House of the Dead 2
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
“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
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
- New games
- Crash Bandicoot · X-Men vs. Street Fighter
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
- New games
- Ridge Racer · Battle Arena Toshinden
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
- Gunstar Heroes
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
- “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
- 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
- New games
- Battle City
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)- 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)- 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)- In space
- Viking 2 launches
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
“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 “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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