On This Day: March 3

March 3rd, 2025 by Liz Kosik

1. 1931: “The Star-Spangled Banner” was officially designated as the U.S. national anthem.

2. 1972: Elton John released “Rocket Man.”

3. 1981: U2 began their first major U.S. tour.

4. 1984: Michael Jackson‘s Thriller became the first album with seven Billboard Top Ten hits.

5. 1986: Metallica released Master of Puppets.