Est. 1998
The global release of the biopic Michael has done more than just fill cinema seats, becoming a global smash hit sensation; it has ignited a worldwide musical renaissance and outpouring of love for Michael Jackson. As audiences rediscover the artistry of the King of Pop, Michael is currently dominating the global music charts with a ferocity rarely seen for a legacy artist.
In the United Kingdom, the impact of the film is undeniable. The official charts are currently a showcase of Michael’s timeless discography. The Michael motion picture soundtrack has debuted at a staggering #4, closely followed by the evergreen Number Ones at #5. The legendary Thriller has climbed back into the top ten at #8, while Bad and The Essential Michael Jackson hold strong at #13 and #14, respectively.
Michael’s influence extends deep into the singles chart as well, where “Billie Jean” has vaulted to #13, followed by “Beat It” at #22 and the infectious “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough” at #23.
The “Michael-mania” is equally potent across the Atlantic and on digital platforms:
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US Billboard 200: Thriller has surged to #7, with Number Ones securing the #13 spot.
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Billboard Hot 100: The iconic “Billie Jean” has re-entered the top 40 at #38.
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Spotify: Michael is now the 11th most streamed artist in the world. His monthly listeners have exploded from 22 million in 2019 to over 87 million today.
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iTunes: Thriller currently sits at #1 on the Worldwide iTunes Album chart. Amazingly, Michael has seven albums in the top 40, with five of those appearing in the top 15.
Michael has also reached the No. 1 spot on the Global Digital Artist Ranking, outperforming modern heavyweights. The film has also shattered records, earning the best opening day for a music biopic while grossing over $446 million worldwide within its first few weeks.
