This week in 1983, Jackson began a seven-week Hot 100 command with one of his signature songs. Plus, remembering key chart feats for Adele, Debbie Gibson and Britney Spears
Your weekly recap celebrating significant milestones from more than seven decades of Billboard chart history.
March 5, 1983 - Michael Jackson‘s “Billie Jean” began its seven-week command of the Billboard Hot 100, marking his longest reign of 13 No. 1s; “Black or White” would also rule for seven frames in 1991. His 13 leaders remain the most among solo males in the chart’s history. (The King of Pop also made four trips to the summit with the Jackson 5.)
Source: Billboard / MJ-Upbeat.com
MJ is without a doubt the king. Anytime i listen his tracks i feel like he is still alive. Absolutely one of the most significant music superstars ever been born!