The #1 song on October 17, 1997

Candle in the Wind 1997 / Something About the Way You Look Tonight By Elton John

Other #1 songs on October 17, 1997

UK #1 Song

Candle in the Wind 1997 / Something About the Way You Look Tonight
Elton John

#1 R&B Song

You Make Me Wanna...
Usher

#1 Country Song

How Do I Get There
Deana Carter

#1 Alternative Hit

Walkin' on the Sun
Smash Mouth

#1 Dance Track

Honey
Mariah Carey

Notable October 17 birthdays in the 1990s

Jake DeBrusk

Born October 17, 1996
Jamal Adams

Born October 17, 1995
Jacob Artist

Born October 17, 1992