The #1 song on August 17, 1984

Ghostbusters By Ray Parker, Jr.

Other #1 songs on August 17, 1984

UK #1 Song

Careless Whisper
George Michael

#1 R&B Song

When Doves Cry
Prince

#1 Country Song

Still Losing You
Ronnie Milsap

#1 Dance Track

The Glamorous Life
Sheila E.

Notable August 17 birthdays in the 1980s

Lil B

Born August 17, 1989

Brady Corbet

Born August 17, 1988

Rudy Gay

Born August 17, 1986

Dustin Pedroia

Born August 17, 1983

Cheerleader Melissa

Born August 17, 1982