Michael Jackson's Albums Resurge on Billboard Charts Thanks to New Biopic 'Michael
A new film about the late Michael Jackson has sparked a resurgence in his older albums on the U.S. Billboard charts. The iconic albums "Thriller" and "Number Ones" have climbed to the 5th and 6th positions on the Billboard 200 chart, respectively. The buzz surrounding the biopic "Michael" has propelled these albums back into the top 10, with both albums seeing significant increases in album units compared to the previous week.
"Thriller" and "Number Ones" have seen a resurgence in popularity, with "Thriller" recording a 36% increase in album units and "Number Ones" posting a 65% increase. The Billboard 200 ranks albums based on album units, which include physical and digital album sales, streaming, and digital track downloads converted into album sales.
Throughout his career, Michael Jackson has had multiple albums in the top 10, spanning from the 1970s to the 2010s. His albums like "Ben," "Off the Wall," "Thriller," "Bad," "Dangerous," and "HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I" have all made it to the top 10 at different points in time. Recently, "Invincible," "Michael Jackson's This Is It" soundtrack, "Michael," and "Xscape" have also achieved top 10 positions.
In addition to the U.S. charts, Michael Jackson has also returned to the number one spot on the UK's Official Albums Chart Top 100 after 12 years. The global music market is once again captivated by Michael Jackson's music, as the biopic "Michael" continues to generate interest worldwide. The film is set to premiere in South Korea on the 13th, further fueling the renewed attention on the legendary artist.
The enduring legacy of Michael Jackson's music continues to resonate with audiences around the world, as his albums experience a resurgence in popularity on the charts. The biopic "Michael" has reignited interest in his music, bringing his timeless songs back into the spotlight and captivating new generations of fans.