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1984 (MCMLXXXIV) was a leap year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1984th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 984th year of the 2nd millennium, the 84th year of the 20th century, and the 5th year of the 1980s decade.

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    May 16, 1984: Prince's 'When Doves Cry' was Released

    On this day May 16, 1984, "When Doves Cry" by Prince was released. It claimed the #1 spot on the charts from July 7 to August 10 in America. Additionally, it reached #1 in Canada and Australia.
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    May 15, 1984: Michael Jackson's 'Farewell My Summer Love' Album Debuts on Billboard Charts and Soars to #9 in the UK

    On this day May 15, 1984, Michael Jackson's compilation album "Farewell My Summer Love" was released. It debuted at #46 on the Billboard charts and reached #9 in the UK.
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    On This Day May 14, 1984: Chicago's 'Chicago 17' Album Release and Peter Cetera's Farewell

    On this day May 14, 1984, Chicago released their 14th album, "Chicago 17," which reached #4 on the Billboard charts and hit #1 in Sweden. The album sold over 6 million copies in the US. Notably, "Chicago 17" marked the last album featuring lead singer Peter Cetera before his departure from the band.
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    Lionel Richie's 'Hello' Tops Charts Worldwide on May 12, 1984

    On this day May 12, 1984, Lionel Richie's "Hello" climbed to the #1 position in America, where it remained until May 25. The song also reached the top spot in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Portugal, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Australia.
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    On This Day May 11 1984, Firestarter Ignites the Screen

    On this day May 11, 1984, the film "Firestarter" was released, directed by Mark L. Lester and featuring a star-studded cast including Drew Barrymore, David Keith, Heather Locklear, George C. Scott, Louise Fletcher, and Martin Sheen. Made with a budget of $12 million, the film grossed $18 million...
  6. Pete

    Today May 10, 1984 Stay Hungry by Twisted Sister Made its Debut

    On this day May 10 1984, Twisted Sister's third album, "Stay Hungry," was unleashed. While it peaked at #15 on the Billboard charts, the album boasted iconic tracks like "We're Not Gonna Take It" and "I Wanna Rock." Its popularity soared with over 3 million copies sold in the US.
  7. Pete

    Sixteen Candles: May 4, 1984 Premiere

    On May 4 1984, "Sixteen Candles" made its debut in theaters, featuring Molly Ringwald, Michael Anthony-Hall, and Michael Schoeffling. It marked John Hughes' directorial debut. Interestingly, Ringwald and Anthony Michael Hall initially didn't get along until Hughes discovered they shared a love...
  8. Pete

    May 3, 1984: Dancing in the Dark by Bruce Springsteen was Released

    On this day May 3, 1984, Bruce Springsteen's "Dancing in the Dark" climbed to #2 on the US Billboard Chart. The music video for the song showcased Courtney Cox.
  9. Pete

    Today May 1 1984, What’s Love Got To Do With It was Released

    On this day May 1, 1984, the song "What’s Love Got To Do With It" by Tina Turner was released. It dominated as the #1 song in America from September 1 to 21. It also reached #1 in Canada and Australia. Moreover, it won a Grammy Award for "Song of the Year."
  10. Pete

    The Cure's 'The Top': Released on April 30, 1984

    On this day April 30, 1984, The Cure's fifth album, "The Top," was released, reaching #180 on the Billboard charts.
  11. Pete

    That’s Incredible! Finale: A Groundbreaking Moment in TV History - April 30, 1984

    On this day April 30, 1985, the last episode of "That’s Incredible!" aired, concluding its five-season run. Regarded as one of the earliest reality TV shows, it paved the way for the genre's evolution.
  12. Pete

    On This Day April 27 1984, 'Love Letter' was Released

    On this day April 27 1984, the film "Love Letter," directed by Amy Holden Jones and starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Bonnie Bartlett, and James Keach, was released. Made on a budget of $600,000, it went on to earn $5.2 million at the box office.
  13. Pete

    The Release of Nintendo's Duck Hunt was Today April 21, 1984

    On this day April 21 1984, Nintendo released Duck Hunt in Japan. It was later released in North America on October 18, 1985.
  14. Pete

    April 21, 1984: Bananarama's Second Album Hits the Charts with 'Cruel Summer

    On this day April 21 1984, Bananarama's second album debuted, entering the Billboard Charts at number 30. The album featured the hit song "Cruel Summer," popularized by its inclusion in the movie "The Karate Kid." Fun fact: Bananarama holds a record in The Guinness Book of World Records for...
  15. Pete

    April 21, 1984: Phil Collins' 'Against All Odds' Conquers the Charts

    On this day April 21 1984, "Against All Odds" by Phil Collins claimed the #1 spot on the US Billboard Charts, where it remained the top song until May 11. Additionally, it achieved the same feat in Canada, Ireland, Norway, and Israel.
  16. Pete

    On This Day April 16, 1984: Duran Duran Releases The Reflex

    On this day April 16, 1984, Duran Duran released "The Reflex," which became the #1 song in America from June 23 to July 6. It also topped the charts in the UK, Ireland, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
  17. Pete

    Venom Releases 'At War with Satan,' April 16, 1984 Peaks at #64 in UK Charts

    On April 16 1984, Venom released their third album, "At War with Satan," which reached #64 on the UK charts.
  18. Pete

    Jermaine Jackson's Self Titled Album Released and Topped R&B Charts On April 14, 1984

    On this day April 14, 1987, Jermaine Jackson's tenth album was released, entering the Billboard charts at #19 and claiming the top spot on the R&B charts.
  19. Pete

    April 13, 1984: Swing Shift Released

    On this day April 13, 1984, the film "Swing Shift" premiered, directed by Jonathan Demme. It starred Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell. Despite a budget of $15 million, the film earned $6.6 million at the box office.
  20. Pete

    April 13, 1984: Unmasking Terror in 'Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter'

    On this day April 13, 1984, "Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter" hit theaters, directed by Joseph Zito. The film starred Kimberly Beck, Peter Barton, Corey Feldman, and Crispin Glover. Made with a budget of $2.2 million, it grossed an impressive $33 million at the box office.
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