The #1 dance song on October 17, 1986

Gotta See You Tonight By Barbara Roy

Other #1 songs on October 17, 1986

#1 Hit Song

When I Think of You
Janet Jackson

UK #1 Song

Every Loser Wins
Nick Berry

#1 R&B Song

Word Up
Cameo

#1 Country Song

Just Another Love
Tanya Tucker

Notable October 17 birthdays in the 1980s

Chris Lowell

Born October 17, 1984

Mitch Talbot

Born October 17, 1983

Holly Holm

Born October 17, 1981

Angel Parker

Born October 17, 1980