Michael Jackson has climbed to the top of the global digital artist rankings, overtaking Justin Bieber, according to several streaming chart aggregators that track worldwide music consumption.
The surge in Jackson’s position follows renewed interest in his catalog after the release of the biographical film MICHAEL, which has driven a noticeable increase in streaming activity across major platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Shazam.
Industry tracking data suggests that his music has experienced a sharp revival in global listening figures since the film’s debut, with millions of additional streams recorded in a short period.
This renewed momentum has also seen several of his classic tracks reappear on international charts.
As a result, Michael Jackson now holds the number one position on combined global digital artist rankings, while Justin Bieber has moved down to second place.
The strong performance of the MICHAEL biopic has further amplified attention on Jackson’s legacy, contributing to what industry observers describe as a broader post-release streaming resurgence.
