LDT “Michael Jackson Makes History (Again): “Thriller” Returns to Billboard Top 10, Spanning Six Decades of Chart Dominance”
The King of Pop just proved that legends don’t fade — they resonate. Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” has moonwalked its way back into the Billboard Hot 100’s Top 10 following the Halloween season, cementing yet another historic milestone: Jackson is now the first artist ever to score Top 10 hits in six different decades — the 1970s, ’80s, ’90s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s.
Originally released in 1982, Thriller remains a cultural and sonic phenomenon. Every October, streams surge as new generations rediscover its cinematic brilliance, eerie groove, and record-shattering music video — still regarded as one of the most influential visuals in pop history.
Billboard reports that the song’s latest chart climb comes amid a wave of nostalgia fueled by Halloween playlists, viral dance tributes, and a resurgence in vinyl sales. Yet this isn’t just a seasonal spike — it’s proof of a legacy that continues to dominate across eras, platforms, and audiences.
Four decades after its debut, Thriller still defines the intersection of music, art, and performance — the perfect storm that made Michael Jackson an unmatched force in entertainment history.
As one fan put it online:
“Every time Thriller hits the Top 10, it’s not a comeback — it’s a reminder that Michael never left.”
