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  1. On This Day: May 16, 1983 - Michael Jackson Performed the Moonwalk on National Television

    On This Day: May 16, 1983 - Michael Jackson Performed the Moonwalk on National Television

    On this day May 16, 1983, Michael Jackson stunned the world with his legendary performance of Billie Jean during the televised special Motown 25 Yesterday Today Forever. It was during this now iconic performance that Jackson debuted the moonwalk, a dance move that would become forever associated...
  2. On This Day: May 1, 1989 - Police Mistake Michael Jackson for a Suspicious Shopper

    On This Day: May 1, 1989 - Police Mistake Michael Jackson for a Suspicious Shopper

    On May 1, 1989, police were called to a jewelry store in California after employees reported a suspicious man behaving oddly. When officers arrived, they discovered that the man in question was actually Michael Jackson shopping in disguise to avoid being recognized. Michael often wore elaborate...
  3. On This Day: April 30, 1983 - Beat It by Michael Jackson Hits Number One

    On This Day: April 30, 1983 - Beat It by Michael Jackson Hits Number One

    On April 30, 1983, Michael Jackson’s Beat It officially became the number one song in America. The track, known for its powerful fusion of pop and rock, showcased Jackson’s versatility and featured an unforgettable guitar solo by Eddie Van Halen. Beat It dominated the Billboard Hot 100, holding...
  4. On This Day: March 26 1988 Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson Hit Number 1 in America

    On This Day: March 26 1988 Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson Hit Number 1 in America

    On this day March 26 1988 Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson became the number 1 song in America. The powerful ballad topped the Billboard Hot 100 from March 26 through April 8 and also reached number 1 in Canada and Italy. Featured on his multi platinum album Bad the song carried a message of...
  5. On This Day: March 10 1983 MTV Played Michael Jacksons Billie Jean Making Him the First Black Artist to Get Airplay on MTV

    On This Day: March 10 1983 MTV Played Michael Jacksons Billie Jean Making Him the First Black Artist to Get Airplay on MTV

    On this day March 10 1983 MTV aired Michael Jacksons Billie Jean marking the first time a Black artist received significant airplay on the network. Despite launching in 1981 MTV had initially focused on rock artists largely ignoring R&B and Black performers. Billie Jean changed that opening the...
  6. On This Day: March 5 1983 Billie Jean by Michael Jackson Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day: March 5 1983 Billie Jean by Michael Jackson Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day March 5 1983, Michael Jackson’s hit song Billie Jean reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song would remain at the top spot from March 5 to April 22, dominating the charts and further solidifying Jackson’s place as the King of Pop. Billie Jean also hit number one in...
  7. On This Day: February 26 1983 Michael Jacksons Thriller Became the Number One Album in America

    On This Day: February 26 1983 Michael Jacksons Thriller Became the Number One Album in America

    On this day February 26 1983 Michael Jacksons Thriller reached number one on the US album charts solidifying its place in music history. The album not only topped the charts in America but also hit number one in the UK Canada France the Netherlands Austria and Australia. Over time Thriller...
  8. On This Day: February 14, 1983 Beat It by Michael Jackson Released

    On This Day: February 14, 1983 Beat It by Michael Jackson Released

    On this day, February 14, 1983, Michael Jackson released Beat It, the third single from his legendary album Thriller. The song became a massive crossover hit, reaching #1 in the U.S. from April 30 to May 20, 1983, and topping the charts in Canada, Belgium, the Netherlands, and New Zealand. Beat...
  9. Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson Climbed the Charts in 1988

    Man in the Mirror by Michael Jackson Climbed the Charts in 1988

    On this day, February 6, 1988, Michael Jackson's powerful ballad Man in the Mirror was making its way up the charts on its journey to becoming the number one song in America. Released as the fourth single from his multi-platinum album Bad, the song resonated deeply with listeners due to its...
  10. Michael Jackson - Rock With You (Official Video - Upscaled)

    Michael Jackson - Rock With You (Official Video - Upscaled)

    Rock With You music video by Michael Jackson.
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    Moonwalker Premiered in Theaters - October 29, 1988

    On this day, October 29, 1988, Moonwalker, starring Michael Jackson, premiered in theaters. The film, a blend of music, fantasy, and special effects, showcased Jackson’s iconic dance moves and groundbreaking music videos, including the extended version of “Smooth Criminal.” Moonwalker became a...
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    Michael Jackson’s “Bad” Became the #1 Song in America - On This Day, October 24, 1987

    On this day, October 24, 1987, Michael Jackson’s hit single Bad became the #1 song in America, holding the top spot from October 24 to November 6. The song also hit #1 in Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Norway. Known for its iconic music video and Jackson’s powerful performance, Bad became...
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    On This Day: “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You” Hits #1 in America - September 19, 1987

    On this day, September 19, 1987, “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You” by Michael Jackson and Siedah Garrett became the #1 song in America! This heartfelt duet topped the charts from September 19 to 25, marking another milestone in Michael Jackson’s incredible career. The song didn’t just dominate in...
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    On This day September 7, 1987: Michael Jackson Released Bad

    On this day September 7, 1987, Michael Jackson’s hit single Bad was released, eventually climbing to the #1 spot in America, where it stayed from October 24 to November 6. The song also topped the charts in Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Norway, showcasing Jackson’s global appeal. Bad...
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    September 6, 1985: Michael Jackson Acquired the Rights to Most of the Beatles’ Catalog

    On this day September 6, 1985, Michael Jackson made headlines by purchasing the publishing rights to the majority of the Beatles’ catalog for $47 million. This bold business move gave Jackson control over some of the most iconic music ever created. Did You Know? Interestingly, Jackson had been...
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    CBS Aired “Michael Jackson: The Magic Returns” August, 31, 1987

    On August 31, 1987, CBS aired the highly anticipated special “Michael Jackson: The Magic Returns,” a short film that captivated audiences across the nation. The highlight of the broadcast was the premiere of the “Bad” music video, marking a major moment in pop culture history. Directed by the...
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    On This Day, August 31, 1987: Michael Jackson Released His Iconic 7th Album, “Bad”

    On August 31, 1987, Michael Jackson released his highly anticipated seventh studio album, “Bad.” The album quickly became a monumental success, skyrocketing to the top of the US Billboard 200 charts and securing the #1 spot in numerous other countries, including the UK, Canada, France, Italy...
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    Eddie Van Halen Joins The Jacksons for Iconic “Beat It” Solo on July 14, 1984

    On July 14, 1984, Eddie Van Halen made a memorable guest appearance at a Jacksons concert, performing the iconic guitar solo from Michael Jackson’s hit song “Beat It.” This collaboration highlighted Van Halen’s extraordinary guitar skills and added a thrilling element to the concert, delighting...
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    July 2, 1988: “Dirty Diana” by Michael Jackson Hits #1 in America

    On July 2, 1988, Michael Jackson’s hit single “Dirty Diana” reached the top spot on the US Billboard charts, becoming the #1 song in America from July 2 to July 8. The song also achieved international success, hitting #1 in Belgium. Fun Fact! With “Dirty Diana,” Michael Jackson became the first...
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    Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s. Please add to the discussion here.
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