On September 10, 2022, Harry Styles celebrated his 13th week at No. 1 with “As It Was” from his album, Harry’s House. This catchy synth-pop hit was named Song of the Summer and became the longest-running No. 1 single in the U.S. by a U.K. artist. Let’s take a look at some other memorable moments in Top 40 history from this date.
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
Some songs have truly shaped music history:
– 1988: Guns N’ Roses topped the charts with “Sweet Child O’ Mine” for two weeks. Its iconic riff has been featured in movies like *Step Brothers*.
– 1991: Nirvana changed the music scene with “Smells Like Teen Spirit” from their album *Nevermind*, especially after MTV started airing its music video.
– 2011: Maroon 5 hit No. 1 with “Moves Like Jagger,” featuring Christina Aguilera, marking the start of a string of hits that defined the 2010s.
Cultural Milestones
Music and culture often go hand in hand:
– 1990: *The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air* debuted on NBC, starring Will Smith, who performed the show’s famous theme song.
– 2010: Rihanna released “Only Girl (In the World)” as the lead single from her album *Loud*, first as a digital download.
– 2020: Alicia Keys performed “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at the NFL Kickoff, a song known as the Black National Anthem.
Notable Performances
Memorable live shows include:
– 2001: Michael Jackson celebrated his 30th anniversary at Madison Square Garden with special guests like Gladys Knight and Usher.
– 2022: Harry Styles performed at Madison Square Garden during his Love On Tour, featuring songs from his albums.
These moments show how music continues to evolve and connect with fans.
