Michael Jackson released “Billie Jean,” the second single from Thriller. Jackson said that he always had a sense that the song would be a hit and he was correct. It peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard ...

But in the meantime, Michael Jackson had the MTV dance-floor to himself. Despite the obvious quality of the Jackson videos, MTV initially resisted playing them, claiming it was a rock station and ...

It’s Michael’s spirit that comes through in a magical way. You have to experience it to believe it.” Jackson performing at the MTV Video Music Awards in 1995. WireImage Jaafar (left ...

But in the meantime, Michael Jackson had the MTV dance-floor to himself. Despite the obvious quality of the Jackson videos, MTV initially resisted playing them, claiming it was a rock station and ...