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 multiple countries, including the UK, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Australia. The song was a groundbreaking success, with its distinctive beat and Jackson's iconic vocal delivery. It became a cultural phenomenon, influencing music videos, dance moves, and the pop music landscape for years to come.
The song was a key track from Jackson’s album Thriller, which went on to become the best-selling album of all time.
Fun fact: The famous moonwalk dance move that Michael Jackson debuted during a performance of Billie Jean on Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever became one of the most iconic moments in pop music history.
Trivia question: Michael Jackson’s Thriller album featured another song that became a major hit and a music video milestone. Can you name that song?
Billie Jean also hit number one in multiple countries, including the UK, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Australia. The song was a groundbreaking success, with its distinctive beat and Jackson's iconic vocal delivery. It became a cultural phenomenon, influencing music videos, dance moves, and the pop music landscape for years to come.
The song was a key track from Jackson’s album Thriller, which went on to become the best-selling album of all time.
Fun fact: The famous moonwalk dance move that Michael Jackson debuted during a performance of Billie Jean on Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever became one of the most iconic moments in pop music history.
Trivia question: Michael Jackson’s Thriller album featured another song that became a major hit and a music video milestone. Can you name that song?
