The first note, the first step, the first glimpse of that silhouette... Michael Jackson knew how to make a moment feel unforgettable. On his 68th birthday, EBONY remembers an artist whose sound, style and movement helped redefine Black excellence and pop culture on a global stage. From 'Off the Wall' and 'Thriller' to 'Bad' and beyond, Michael didn’t just make records that topped the charts... he created moments that soundtracked generations. And all these years later, you can still feel him everywhere... in the artists who studied every move, the fans discovering the magic for the first time and the songs that can still bring a whole room to life before the first verse even hits. #Swipe through the journey that helped turn Michael Jackson into the King of Pop and let us know... What’s one song or performance you’ll never get tired of revisiting? 🖤