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The widespread distribution of albums like Number Ones via .rar and .zip archives across the internet sent shockwaves through the music industry. The Industry Fighting Back
The album’s standout feature was the previously unreleased track "One More Chance," written by R. Kelly. Multiple Covers:
The album was a powerhouse, pulling together 18 tracks that defined generations. It included: "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" "Billie Jean" "Smooth Criminal" "Black or White" "You Rock My World" The Selling Point
Its success story was far from over. Following Michael Jackson's tragic passing in 2009, the world turned to his music to celebrate his legacy and mourn his loss. Number Ones became the , staying at the top for an astonishing 27 weeks on the US Top Comprehensive Albums chart. In its second week of release, it sold a massive 350,000 copies . To date, the album has sold over 5 million copies in the US alone and more than 12 million copies worldwide .
