Michael Jackson completes 17 years of eternal legacy and continues to influence world music

17 years ago, the music world lost Michael Jackson, but his influence remains as strong as when he dominated the international charts. Owner of a career that redefined pop, the singer continues to be a reference for artists, producers, choreographers and millions of fans across the planet. Born on August 29, 1958, Michael began his career as a child as a member of the Jackson 5. Alongside his brothers, he achieved enormous success with songs such as "I Want You Back", "ABC" and "I'll Be There", before starting a solo career that would forever change the history of music. The big turning point came in 1982 with the release of "Thriller". The album became the best-selling album of all time, driven by classics such as "Billie Jean", "Beat It", "Thriller", "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'" and "Human Nature". In addition to music, Michael revolutionized the way music videos were produced. Works such as "Thriller", "Smooth Criminal", "Bad", "Black or White" and "Remember the Time" elevated music videos to the status of major cinematographic productions, influencing the entire music industry. His impact was also felt in dance. Steps like the Moonwalk have become symbols of pop culture and continue to be reproduced by artists and fans decades after their creation. Throughout his career, Michael Jackson sold hundreds of millions of records, won dozens of awards and set records that remain difficult to surpass. His ability to unite pop, soul, funk, rock, R&B and electronic music helped push the boundaries of commercial music. Even after his death, on June 25, 2009, his catalog remains among the most consumed in the world. His songs remain present in films, series, commercials, social networks and streaming platforms, while new generations discover his work every year. Seventeen years later, Michael Jackson remains much more than a successful singer. His artistic legacy continues to shape contemporary music and cement his place among the greatest artists in history.