The #1 dance song on October 17, 1987

Don't You Want Me By Jody Watley

Other #1 songs on October 17, 1987

#1 Hit Song

Lost in Emotion
Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam

UK #1 Song

You Win Again
Bee Gees

#1 R&B Song

Bad
Michael Jackson

#1 Country Song

Fishin' in the Dark
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

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