Isn’t it wild how the cosmos loves a good comeback story? Just as Mars struts through Scorpio, intensifying passion and secrets, Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” moonwalked its way back into the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10, making history as the first artist to snag Top 10 hits across six decades. Talk about a chart-topping thriller! Over 40 years since its debut, this iconic track isn’t just a Halloween jam—it’s a timeless testament to MJ’s pulse still beating strong in the music world. And honestly, can you think of anyone else who could rise like this, even from beyond the stars? As we await the 2026 biopic “Michael,” this resurgence feels like the universe tipping its hat to the King of Pop’s enduring legacy. Shall we dive into how “Thriller” turned a spooky season into a record-breaking moment once again? LEARN MORE.

Michael Jackson moonwalked into music history again as “Thriller” surged back into the Billboard Hot 100’s Top 10, making him the first artist to notch Top 10 hits in six different decades.
The Halloween-fueled return of the 1982 classic, which jumped from No. 32 to No. 10, pushed the late Michael Jackson past crooner Andy Williams, who held a five-decade Top 10 streak before his death in 2012. According to Luminate, “Thriller” racked up 14 million streams this past week alone.
Originally peaking at No. 4 more than 40 years ago, “Thriller” has proven to be more than a seasonal favorite; it’s a generational anthem. This latest chart entry marks Jackson’s 30th Top 10 hit on the Hot 100, a list that includes 13 No. 1 singles. His solo Top 10 journey began in November 1971 with “Got to Be There.”
Before this week, Jackson’s most recent Top 10 showing came in 2018 when he was featured on Drake’s “Don’t Matter to Me.”
The renewed spotlight on Jackson’s catalog arrives as buzz builds around Michael, the upcoming biopic directed by Antoine Fuqua. The film, slated to hit theaters April 24, 2026, promises to explore the life, rise and legacy of the man known as the King of Pop.
According to the film’s official synopsis, it “explores the global superstar’s journey to becoming the King of Pop, offering an intimate look at the life and enduring legacy of one of the most influential and trailblazing artists the world has ever known.”
Jackson’s posthumous chart milestone not only cements his enduring influence but also sets a new benchmark in pop music history.
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