Michael Jackson Tops Global Streaming Charts After New Biopic
Michael Jackson has reclaimed the top spot on the global digital artist ranking. His catalogue surged to over 81 million monthly Spotify listeners as of May 1, 2026, placing him ahead of Justin Bieber, BTS and Taylor Swift. This revival follows the release of “Michael”, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson. The film opened to $97 million in its first US weekend and has grossed over $423 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing American music biopic. Kworb’s Global Digital Artist Ranking tracks streams across major platforms. Jackson leads with 8,628 points for three consecutive days. Classics like “Billie Jean” and “Beat It” jumped into the global top 20, while “Thriller” re-entered the Billboard 200 top ten. Jaafar Jackson has earned praise for capturing his uncle’s iconic presence on screen. The biopic traces Michael’s career from his early years with the Jackson 5 to the Bad tour era.
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