The music of legendary pop icon is experiencing a major global resurgence following the success of his biopic Michael.
For the first time, Michael Jackson has reached No. 1 on Spotify’s global daily artist rankings, overtaking Bad Bunny. His renewed popularity has also pushed 16 of his songs — including Billie Jean, Beat It, and Human Nature — back onto global streaming and Billboard charts.
His iconic album Thriller has also returned to the top of the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart for the first time since 1984, marking a historic comeback decades after its original release.
Meanwhile, the biopic has reportedly grossed over $577 million worldwide, making it one of the highest-earning music biopics in history.
The development highlights the continued global influence of Michael Jackson’s music, with both new and old fans driving the resurgence across streaming platforms.
