Michael Jackson Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Love never felt so goodMichael Jackson22rank/position

Michael Jackson – Love Never Felt So Good (Official Video)

This song became a worldwide sensation as the final track Michael Jackson left behind.

Also known in Japanese as “I Never Knew Love Could Feel This Good,” it straightforwardly expresses the joy of falling in love and the joy of actually touching one’s lover.

Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’Michael Jackson23rank/position

Michael Jackson – Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ (Audio)

A perfect Western classic for a school entrance ceremony celebrating a new beginning is Michael Jackson’s “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’.” Released in 1983, this track reached as high as No.

5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is a hit from Michael’s iconic album Thriller.

Also known in Japan by the title “Start Something,” its powerful beat and catchy melody lift the spirit and infuse you with positive energy for a fresh start.

During Michael’s lifetime, it was often performed as the opening number at his concerts, making it a song that truly evokes the idea of a beginning.

It’s highly recommended as the soundtrack to elevate the excitement and anticipation for new challenges at an entrance ceremony and to kick off a wonderful start!

You Rock My WorldMichael Jackson24rank/position

Michael Jackson – You Rock My World (Official Video)

Singer-songwriter Michael Jackson, affectionately known as the King of Pop.

His dance technique is highly acclaimed, and his skills are admired by dancers around the world.

There are many works where you can experience his dancing, but the one I’d like to recommend today is You Rock My World.

While many of his songs are pop and catchy, this track is crafted in a very stylish way.

Of course, the music video also perfectly matches the song’s vibe and looks incredibly cool, so be sure to check it out.

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ThrillerMichael Jackson25rank/position

Michael Jackson – Thriller (Official Video – Shortened Version)

A hit number by the one and only Michael Jackson.

Released in 1983, its music video caught the eyes of people around the world.

The zombie dance centered around Michael is nothing short of spectacular.

Its popularity hasn’t waned, with parody videos still being made to this day.

someone in the darkMichael Jackson26rank/position

Someone in the Dark

This is a melancholic song by Michael Jackson, often hailed as the King of Pop.

The lyrics seem to ask who is wandering in the darkness, and the sinking, somber track adds a touch of pathos, resulting in a piece that showcases masterful expression.

Remember the TimeMichael Jackson27rank/position

Michael Jackson – Remember the Time (Official Video – Upscaled)

Michael Jackson is no longer confined to any one genre, but as the best-selling artist in the world, you can still sense R&B at his core.

This is a single from his 1991 album Dangerous.

The track incorporates New Jack Swing, a genre that was popular in the U.S.

from the mid-1980s to the early 1990s, making it an upbeat and pleasantly light, rhythm-driven song.

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She’s Out of My LifeMichael Jackson28rank/position

Michael Jackson – She’s Out of My Life (Official Video – Upscaled)

Included on the 1979 album Off the Wall.

Born in 1958, a singer-songwriter from Indiana.

Michael’s vocals, carried by a slow, steadily flowing rhythm and a ballad melody that irresistibly evokes a profound sense of loneliness, really hit you in the heart.

It’s also great how the lyrics and melody match so well.