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Michael Jackson Experiences Resurgence on Various Billboard Rankings

Michael Jackson's compilation album, The Essential Michael Jackson, reappears on the Billboard 200 and Top R&B Albums charts this week, sharing these charts with his iconic album, Thriller, which he also occupies.

Michael Jackson's Archived Images Captured by Kevin Mazur
Michael Jackson's Archived Images Captured by Kevin Mazur

Michael Jackson Experiences Resurgence on Various Billboard Rankings

Many musicians long for a single Billboard chart placement, especially those whose prime has passed or are no longer with us. However, the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, doesn't settle for less. This week, he's gracing multiple Billboard charts with both songs and albums, but the focus is on the full-lengths.

Two of Jackson's albums found their way onto the Billboard rankings, with "The Essential Michael Jackson" making a comeback on the Billboard 200 and Top R&B Albums charts. Landing at No. 189 on the former and No. 19 on the latter, it managed to regain its spot after a brief absence.

Records show that The Essential Michael Jackson moved approximately 8,300 equivalent units in the US during the past week, with the majority being streams. Slightly over 700 copies were sold, making up only a small fraction of the title's total movement.

Meanwhile, Michael Jackson's iconic album "Thriller" is currently making waves on five Billboard rankings. It dipped slightly on the Billboard 200 and Top R&B Albums chart, but is still holding strong on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and Top Album Sales charts. To top it off, "Thriller" ranks at No. 18 on the Vinyl Albums chart, proving its timeless appeal.

Comparatively, "The Essential Michael Jackson" may not command the same level of chart dominance as "Thriller," which notched an impressive 37 nonconsecutive weeks at the top of the Billboard 200. However, it still manages to maintain a strong presence, further cementing Jackson's status as a pop culture titan.

The album "The Essential Michael Jackson" also made an appearance on the Forbes list of best-selling music artists, highlighting its enduring popularity.

During Michael Jackson's career, his greatest hits compilation album consistently topped the Billboard charts, confirming his global appeal.

Fans can enjoy the best of Michael Jackson's music on collections like "The Essential Michael Jackson," which has consistently appeared on the Billboard charts over the years.

Michael Jackson's album sales continue to impress, with "The Essential Michael Jackson" and "Thriller" both making appearances on various Billboard charts, including the Billboard 200 and Top R&B Albums.

Recently, "The Essential Michael Jackson" received praise for its performance on the Billboard charts, marking another milestone in Michael Jackson's remarkable career in music.

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