On September 23, 2006, Justin Timberlake topped the Billboard Hot 100 with “SexyBack.” This hit, inspired by legends like David Bowie, David Byrne, and James Brown, was part of his second solo album, FutureSex/LoveSounds. The song also won a GRAMMY for Best Dance Recording.
Looking back at September 23 in Top 40 history, here are some standout moments:
Breakthrough Hits:
– 1974: John Lennon released “Whatever Gets You Thru The Night,” his only solo No. 1 in the U.S.
– 1977: David Bowie dropped “Heroes,” a powerful anthem of resilience.
– 2000: Madonna held the No. 1 spot for two weeks with “Music,” inspired by a Sting concert.
Cultural Milestones:
– 1930: Ray Charles was born in Georgia. He lost his sight at age 7 and became a soul and rock pioneer.
– 1949: Bruce Springsteen was born in New Jersey. He has 11 No. 1 albums and 12 Top 10 hits.
– 2011: Justin Bieber celebrated selling out The Staples Center with a private showing of Titanic and a candlelit dinner with Selena Gomez.
Notable Recordings:
– 1973: Elvis Presley recorded “Are You Sincere?” and “I Miss You” at his home in Palm Springs.
– 1980: Bob Marley performed for the last time at the Stanley Theatre in Pittsburgh.
Industry Changes:
– 1998: Elvis Presley was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame posthumously.
– 2010: Sesame Street pulled a segment featuring Katy Perry after complaints about her outfit, which she later joked about on Saturday Night Live.
September 23 has seen many significant moments in music history, from iconic performances to unforgettable hits.
