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Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean' Hits No. 1 on R&B Sales Chart
28 Jun
Summary
- Billie Jean reaches No. 1 on R&B Digital Song Sales chart for the first time.
- Jackson now has three songs topping the R&B Digital Song Sales chart.
- Four of Jackson's songs are charting in the top 10 on R&B Digital Sales.

Michael Jackson's enduring hit "Billie Jean" has ascended to the No. 1 position on the R&B Digital Song Sales chart, a first for the iconic track. This achievement comes after 57 weeks on the chart, signifying its sustained popularity. The song's resurgence is notable, especially following the increased interest generated by Jackson's biopic.
With this latest success, Michael Jackson has now claimed the top spot on the R&B Digital Song Sales chart with three of his songs. Previously, "Thriller" and the posthumous collaboration "Don't Matter to Me" reached No. 1 on this particular tally. "Billie Jean" has now spent over a year as a bestseller on this chart, underscoring its long-lasting appeal.
Furthermore, several of Jackson's other hits are also charting strongly. "Beat It" has reached a new peak at No. 2, while "Human Nature" climbed to No. 4 on the R&B Digital Song Sales chart. Jackson's dominance is evident as he occupies seven out of the ten spaces on this chart with various popular tracks.