Madonna & Michael Jackson Make Rare Top 10 Chart Appearance Together
Madonna and Michael Jackson have both appeared in the Billboard 200 top 10 simultaneously for only the second time in history. The rare occurrence follows the debut of Madonna's new album, 'Confessions II', alongside Jackson's long-running 'Thriller'.
Why it matters
It marks a significant pop culture milestone, highlighting the enduring commercial relevance of two of the most influential music icons.
As Madonna 's new studio album, CONFESSIONS II , debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 (dated July 18), the Queen of Pop joins the King of Pop, Michael Jackson , in the top 10. Jackson's former 1983-84 No. 1 Thriller falls 7-8 on the latest chart. Perhaps surprisingly, this is only the second time that the pair has appeared in the top 10 at the same time, and it last happened nearly 25 years ago. (All July 18-dated charts will refresh to Billboard 's website on Tuesday, July 14.) Related Madonna, Stuart Price & Honey Dijon Knock Out New York City With Club Confessions Fans Choose The Rolling Stones' 'Foreign Tongues' as This Week's Favorite New Music Niall Horan & Thomas Rhett Cover Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' in Nashville Explore Madonna Michael Jackson See latest videos, charts and news
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