The #1 R&B song on October 17, 2005

Soul Survivor By Young Jeezy featuring Akon

Other #1 songs on October 17, 2005

#1 Hit Song

Gold Digger
Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx

UK #1 Song

Push the Button
Sugababes

#1 Country Song

Better Life
Keith Urban

#1 Alternative Hit

Only
Nine Inch Nails

#1 Dance Track

Feels Just Like It Should
Jamiroquai

Notable October 17 birthdays in the 2000s

Matthew Knies

Born October 17, 2002