Timeless hits ‘Billie Jean’ and ‘Beat It’ by Michael Jackson have surged to the top of Spotify’s Global charts, fueled by renewed interest following the release of his biopic Michael.
According to Spotify Global chart's May 4 data, “Billie Jean” has reached as high as No. 3 globally, while “Beat It” has climbed to No. 5, marking a rare resurgence for songs released more than four decades ago. Top 10 songs on global Spotify: (May 2, 2026): pic.twitter.com/34AZ2AKxPa Industry tracking shows that “Billie Jean” is currently pulling in over 5 million daily streams, while “Beat It” is generating around 4 million streams, reflecting a significant spike in global listening activity. The renewed streaming momentum follows the release of the biographical film Michael, which has driven widespread revisits of Jackson’s catalog across platforms. Reports indicate that multiple tracks from the late pop icon have re-entered or climbed the Spotify Global Top 200, with several songs seeing double-digit jumps in ranking. Music analysts attribute the surge to both nostalgia-driven listening and younger audiences discovering Jackson’s catalog for the first time after the film’s release. Streaming data also shows broader increases across Apple Music and other platforms, reinforcing the global impact of the biopic on music consumption. As interest in Michael continues to grow internationally, industry observers expect Jackson’s catalog to remain active on global charts in the coming weeks, highlighting the enduring influence of one of pop music’s most iconic artists.
