AceShowbiz - Michael Jackson is seeing renewed chart success as his song “Chicago” entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number 30 this week, Thatgrapejuice reports. This marks the highest position the track has ever reached on the chart since its release.

The achievement is notable as “Chicago” represents Michael Jackson’s 52nd solo entry on the Billboard Hot 100, Thatgrapejuice details. Forbes also highlights that this entry continues Jackson’s unprecedented record of having new songs debut on the Hot 100 in every decade since the 1970s. In addition, Billboard confirms that “Chicago” gained momentum with 10.7 million official streams in the U.S. during the week of May 22-28, reflecting a 30% increase from the previous week. The song also climbed to impressive peaks on other Billboard charts, including number 2 on the R&B Streaming Songs chart and number 4 on the Hot R&B Songs chart.

Michael Jackson is widely recognized as an iconic pop singer, known for his landmark album Off the Wall (1979) and groundbreaking works like Thriller. His influence extends beyond music, with numerous film appearances such as in Wiz, The and Bad 25. Despite his passing in 2009, Jackson’s music catalog remains influential, frequently resurfacing on charts and in popular culture.

Originally recorded during the sessions for Jackson’s 2001 album Invincible, “Chicago” was posthumously released on the 2014 compilation album Xscape without being promoted as a major single, Thatgrapejuice notes. The track’s recent surge in popularity is partly attributed to increased social media activity and interest sparked by the Michael Jackson biopic, which has helped introduce the song to new listeners. This resurgence underscores Jackson’s enduring legacy as the first artist to debut Hot 100 entries across six consecutive decades, a testament to his lasting impact on music and culture.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Thatgrapejuice.