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Michael Jackson Biopic Fuels Music Sales Surge
6 May
Summary
- Michael Jackson's music catalog saw unprecedented streaming numbers.
- The biopic "Michael" is a massive box office success globally.
- Thriller album re-entered the Billboard 200 at Number Seven.
The Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," is experiencing enormous box office success globally, projected to gross upwards of $1 billion. This cinematic achievement has significantly boosted interest in Michael Jackson's music. For the week of April 24-30, his solo catalog garnered a career-best 137.5 million official on-demand streams in the United States, a 146 percent increase from his previous high.
In addition to his solo career, music from his time with the Jackson 5 and The Jacksons also saw a substantial rise in popularity. Streams for these groups increased by 135 percent, reaching 10.1 million for the week. This renewed public fascination has propelled multiple albums onto the Billboard 200 chart, including "Thriller" at Number Seven, "Number Ones" at Number 13, and the "Michael" soundtrack at Number 37.
The film's production faced considerable challenges, including legal restrictions that prohibited the portrayal of child sexual abuse allegations. These issues necessitated a nearly year-long delay and a complete reshoot of the movie's ending. The film concluded with a suggestion of a sequel, which could potentially lead to the resurgence of later hits like "Black or White" and "Scream."
