Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” is climbing back into the Billboard Hot 100’s top 10 post-Halloween, over 40 years after its release.

Every October, as the moon turns orange and skeletons start dancing again, one song inevitably comes back from the dead — Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” The 1982 classic, which defined the intersection of pop, horror, and showmanship, is once again climbing the Billboard Hot 100, with early projections placing it firmly in the top 10 following Halloween.

More than forty years after its release, “Thriller” continues to prove its immortality. The song has long become synonymous with the Halloween season — from the chilling Vincent Price monologue to the unforgettable zombie choreography that redefined the concept of a music video. Every October, it reclaims the charts, reminding the world of the power of timeless artistry.

The resurgence this year comes as no surprise. Halloween streams and party playlists across platforms like Spotify and Apple Music have given “Thriller” a massive boost, pushing it back into the conversation — and once again into the Hot 100’s upper ranks. It’s not just nostalgia at play, either. Younger generations are discovering the track through social media trends and short-form videos, showing that MJ’s influence still spans across decades and demographics.

If “Thriller” does officially crack the top 10 again, it will further cement Michael Jackson’s status as not just the King of Pop, but the King of Longevity.

Quincy

Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.