On September 21, 2019, Lizzo’s hit single “Truth Hurts” reached No. 1 on the charts for the second of 19 weeks. The song gained popularity after going viral on social media, marking Lizzo’s first No. 1 hit.
Let’s take a look at some memorable moments in Top 40 history from this date:
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
– 1974: Barry White’s “Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe” topped the charts.
– 1992: ABBA released *Gold: Greatest Hits*, their best-selling album in the U.S., a decade after they split.
– 1992: Radiohead debuted with “Creep,” which took a year to become a global hit.
Cultural Milestones
– 1967: Faith Hill was born in Mississippi, later becoming a top country pop artist with hits like “This Kiss” and “Breathe.”
– 2011: *The X Factor* premiered in the U.S. after years in the U.K., featuring judges Nicole Scherzinger, L.A. Reid, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell.
– 2012: No Doubt returned after 11 years with their album *Push and Shove*.
Notable Recordings and Performances
– 2001: Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Tom Petty, and others performed at the America: A Tribute To Heroes concert for 9/11 victims.
– 2018: Taylor Swift performed in Nashville during her Red tour, joined by Hunter Hayes for a duet.
Whether you loved watching *In Concert* or enjoyed Faith Hill’s hits, September 21 has something for every music fan!
