On this day August 11, 1984, Ray Parker Jr.’s iconic hit “Ghostbusters” reached the top of the US Billboard charts, securing its place as the number one song in America from August 11 through August 31. The catchy theme song for the blockbuster film Ghostbusters quickly became a global sensation, also reaching #1 in Canada, France, Spain, and South Africa. The song’s infectious chorus and memorable melody have made it an enduring piece of pop culture, instantly recognizable decades after its release.