2015

What Was Happening in 2015

The world rallied around Paris as Star Wars returned and a refugee crisis tested Europe

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Number 1 Songs in 2015 — UK and US Charts

UK #1

"Uptown Funk"

Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

This retro-funk banger spent seven weeks at UK number one and was the year's best-selling single. Its infectious groove and Bruno Mars's showmanship made it one of the decade's defining party tracks.

US #1

"Uptown Funk"

Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

Dominating both charts, 'Uptown Funk' spent a colossal 14 weeks at US number one, making it one of the longest-running chart-toppers in history. It won Record of the Year at the Grammys.

Biggest Films of 2015 — Box Office Hits

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Box Office: $2.07 billion

The long-awaited return to a galaxy far, far away shattered box office records. J.J. Abrams directed a nostalgic crowd-pleaser that introduced Rey, Finn, and Kylo Ren while bringing back Han Solo, Leia, and Chewbacca. It became the third highest-grossing film of all time.

Fashion and Style of 2015

Fashion, clothing and visual culture from the era

Architecture and Buildings of 2015

Buildings completed and structures opened in 2015

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