With a career that saw him dominate the charts for decades, Michael Jackson's albums are filled with more incredible songs than fill most artist's Greatest Hits albums. Picking the greatest of Michael ...

Henry Vaccaro's decades-long legal fight has left him owner of 74 rarely heard songs by Michael Jackson and his family. He might soon sell.

The track began as a shelved demo but transformed into one of Michael Jackson’s most politically charged releases. Its controversial lyrics and bold visuals sparked backlash, but also ignited global ...

Many contemporary songwriters toiling in pop, rock, and country would likely argue that the most important facet of a song is the melody. While lyrics are incredibly important in their own right, they ...

As the news of Michael Jackson’s forthcoming biopic continues to take over the social media timelines, many people are using it as an excuse to revisit Jackson’s extensive discography. From his early ...

Michael Jackson wasn’t just an artist. He was the greatest entertainer of all time. From his smooth vocals to jaw-dropping dance moves, theatrical music videos, and unmatched stage presence, Michael ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” has become the quintessential ...

Michael Jackson's "Beat It" debuts on both of Billboard's global charts, becoming another hit for the late superstar as "Billie Jean" climbs to never-before-seen peaks. Portrait of American Pop and ...