Nearly four decades after its release, Michael Jackson continues to redefine what timeless success looks like.

The legendary short film for Billie Jean has officially surpassed 2 BILLION views on YouTube, making Michael Jackson the only solo artist from the 20th century to reach this historic milestone on the platform.

A Record No One Else Has Touched

With this achievement, Michael Jackson now stands alone in music history. While many modern artists from the streaming era have crossed the billion-view mark, no other solo artist whose career began in the 1900s has reached 2 billion views on YouTube with a single song.

It’s another reminder that Jackson’s influence transcends generations, formats, and technological eras.

Why “Billie Jean” Still Resonates

Released in 1983 as part of the Thriller album, “Billie Jean” was more than a hit record — it was a cultural moment.

The song and its accompanying video:

• Introduced a cinematic approach to music videos

• Helped break racial barriers on MTV

• Popularized Michael Jackson’s signature moonwalk

• Redefined how pop, R&B, and dance music could merge

Decades later, new audiences continue discovering the song, while longtime fans keep returning to it — driving its digital numbers higher year after year.

YouTube’s Role in Preserving Music History

Platforms like YouTube have allowed classic records to live alongside modern releases, giving legendary artists the opportunity to reach younger generations in real time.

For Michael Jackson, whose career predated streaming entirely, reaching 2 billion views is a testament to:

• Enduring global appeal

• Cross-generational fanbases

• The timeless quality of his music and visuals

A Legacy That Continues to Grow

Thanks Michael pic.twitter.com/e4xLDtdEJ4

— 𝑱𝑬𝑹𝑹𝒀 🇫🇷🇬🇭 (@Jerry2003_) December 31, 2025

This milestone adds to an already unmatched list of achievements for Michael Jackson:

• Best-selling album of all time (Thriller)

• Multiple records with over 1 billion YouTube views

• Influence across pop, hip-hop, fashion, and dance

• Continued relevance decades after his passing

In an era dominated by short attention spans and viral trends, “Billie Jean” proves that true artistry doesn’t expire.

Final Thoughts

And all before the biopic hits in April, I cant wait to see the faces of the liars of false accusations see that michael mania never went away and is stronger than ever they tried to destroy him but the world knows he is an INNOCENT MAN and we support him HE is the victim here

— nona (@nona534016) December 31, 2025

Michael Jackson didn’t just make music for his time — he made music for all time.

As “Billie Jean” crosses 2 billion views, the message is clear:
Legends don’t chase numbers. Numbers chase legends.

WorldWide Entertainment TV salutes the King of Pop.

Btw Billie Jean was uploaded to YouTube in 2009. 1B views in 2021, it took almost 12 years. 2B views today (2025), just 4 more years. The legend is accelerating. Michael Jackson is back on top. 👑🕺

— Magdalena (@Magmagic82) December 31, 2025