Number 1 Songs in 2017 — UK and US Charts
"Shape of You"
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran's dancehall-pop track spent 14 weeks at UK number one — a record-equalling run — and became the best-selling single of 2017 globally. Its marimba-driven beat was arguably the most ubiquitous sound of the year.
"Shape of You"
Ed Sheeran
Sheeran dominated America too, with 'Shape of You' spending 12 weeks at US number one. He simultaneously held multiple spots in the top 10 upon its release, crashing Spotify's servers on the day his album Divide dropped.
Biggest Films of 2017 — Box Office Hits
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
Box Office: $1.33 billion
Rian Johnson's divisive sequel split the Star Wars fanbase but dominated the box office. Its subversive choices — including Luke Skywalker's characterisation — sparked passionate debate that continues to this day.
Fashion and Style of 2017
Fashion, clothing and visual culture from the era
Architecture and Buildings of 2017
Buildings completed and structures opened in 2017