The King's Resurgence: What Michael Jackson's Chart Reign Says About Music Industry Trends Michael Jackson's reign at the top of the charts was once a staple of American music culture.
For decades, his albums and singles dominated airwaves and sales figures alike. His continued popularity even in death is not surprising.
The news that "Billie Jean" has finally reached number one on multiple Billboard charts is less about the song itself than the intersection of nostalgia, streaming platforms, and a posthumous career reevaluation.