- 1964 – The Beatles' first number one hit in the U.S.: "I Want to Hold Your Hand" topped the Billboard Hot 100, marking the beginning of the British Invasion in America.
- 1972 – Neil Young releases Harvest: One of Young’s most successful albums, Harvest featured classics like "Heart of Gold" and became a defining work of folk-rock.
- 1984 – Queen’s "Radio Ga Ga" is released: The song became one of Queen’s biggest hits and inspired the stage name of pop superstar Lady Gaga.
- 2004 – Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl halftime controversy: During her performance with Justin Timberlake, a wardrobe malfunction led to one of the most controversial moments in television history.
- 2017 – Beyoncé announces she is pregnant with twins: The announcement on Instagram became one of the most-liked posts ever and solidified Beyoncé’s influence in pop culture.
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