Michael Jackson is once again the number one artist in the world, thanks to the biographical movie, Michael. The King of Pop has reclaimed the top spot on global streaming charts. The power of nostalgia has been evident since the release of his biopic.
According to data from Kworb’s Global Digital Artist Ranking for May 2026, Jackson leads with over 11,000 points. This total puts him far ahead of today’s biggest superstars. He has comfortably beaten Justin Bieber, who holds the second spot. Other major acts like BTS, Bad Bunny, and Taylor Swift also trail behind the late legend.
Jackson currently holds the number one position on Apple Music, iTunes, YouTube, Shazam, and Deezer. On Spotify, he remains in a close race for the top. Tracks like Thriller and Billie Jean are reaching new generations of listeners.
As they say, his music is timeless. Even decades after his prime, Michael Jackson continues to define the gold standard for global pop music success.
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