On September 28, 2019, Lizzo made waves by topping the charts for the fourth week in a row with her hit song, “Truth Hurts.” The track spent an impressive 20 weeks on the charts, making Lizzo only the third female rapper to reach No. 1 with a solo song. It was nominated for three GRAMMY Awards and won for Best Pop Solo Performance.
Let’s take a look at some other significant moments in music history from September 28.
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
The Beatles and Stevie Wonder are legends in pop music. In 1968, The Beatles’ “Hey Jude” reached No. 1 in the U.S., holding the top spot for nine weeks—making it their longest-running No. 1 single. In 1976, Stevie Wonder released his 18th studio album, *Songs in the Key of Life*, featuring the classic “Isn’t She Lovely?”
Cultural Milestones
Music often shapes pop culture. Hilary Duff was born in Texas in 1987 and later found success as an actress and singer with her debut album, *Metamorphosis*, hitting No. 1 on the Billboard 200. In 1991, Garth Brooks’ *Ropin’ the Wind* became the first country album to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, paving the way for country crossover hits. The 2012 film *Pitch Perfect* sparked an a cappella trend and featured popular songs in its soundtrack.
Notable Performances
Live concerts remain a fan favorite. In 1972, David Bowie sold out Carnegie Hall after his Ziggy Stardust tour. Fast forward to 2019, Ariana Grande performed in Hamburg during her Sweetener World Tour, and in 2024, Olivia Rodrigo rocked Tokyo as part of her GUTS World Tour.
Industry Changes
The music industry is always evolving. In 1991, jazz legend Miles Davis passed away at 65 and was later inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2021, Taylor Swift began selling limited-edition autographed CDs of *Fearless (Taylor’s Version)*, giving fans a chance to grab unique merchandise.
September 28 is definitely a date to remember in music history!
