The #1 dance song on September 18, 1988

Monkey By George Michael

Other #1 songs on September 18, 1988

#1 Hit Song

Don't Worry, Be Happy
Bobby McFerrin

UK #1 Song

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother
The Hollies

#1 R&B Song

She's On the Left
Jeffrey Osborne

#1 Country Song

Addicted
Dan Seals

#1 Alternative Hit

Peek-a-Boo
Siouxsie and the Banshees

Notable September 18 birthdays in the 1980s

Anthony Gonzalez

Born September 18, 1984
Jennifer Tisdale

Born September 18, 1981