On September 16, 2017, Taylor Swift’s “Look What You Made Me Do” topped the Billboard Hot 100. This powerful electropop track was the lead single from her sixth album, Reputation. Swift has hinted at a rerecorded version of the song, but fans are still waiting for its release.
Let’s take a look at some notable music history from September 16 over the years:
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
– 1967: The Jimi Hendrix Experience released their debut album, *Are You Experienced?* It spent 77 weeks in the Top 40 and is now part of the Library of Congress’s National Recording Registry.
– 1985: Kate Bush released *Hounds of Love*, featuring “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God),” which gained renewed popularity after being featured in *Stranger Things* Season 4.
– 2023: Country music dominated as Zach Bryan’s self-titled album held the top spot on the Billboard 200, with Morgan Wallen’s “One Thing At A Time” just behind.
Cultural Milestones
– 1979: The Sugarhill Gang released “Rapper’s Delight,” the first rap song to hit the Top 40, featuring the famous line, “I said a hip hop the hippie to the hippie.”
– 1992: Nick Jonas was born, later becoming part of the Jonas Brothers and known for his iconic “red dress” ad-lib.
– 2006: Bob Dylan became the oldest artist to top the Billboard 200 at age 65 with his album *Modern Times*.
Notable Performances
– 2008: Lady Gaga performed at a London Fashion Week party while touring for her debut album, *The Fame*.
– 2017: Ariana Grande performed in Singapore during her Dangerous Woman Tour, which resumed after a break following the Manchester Arena attack.
– 2024: Olivia Rodrigo wrapped up two nights in Bangkok as part of her Guts World Tour.
Whether you’re into pop or a fan of Bob Dylan, September 16 has a rich music history for everyone!
