Despite intense critical division, the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic Michael is proving to be a certified cultural juggernaut. Following its opening weekend, the film has not only dominated the global box office but has also triggered a massive 5-million-listener surge on Spotify.

Michael,” the Antoine Fuqua–directed biopic anchored by Jaafar Jackson’s portrayal of his uncle, opened to $217.4 million worldwide. The debut marks the biggest opening for any biopic ever released. The film nearly doubled the launch of “Bohemian Rhapsody,

Songs like Thriller, Smooth Criminal, They Don't Care About Us, Rock with You and The Way You Make Me Feel are also getting fresh attention from listeners across the world.

The pop superstar, who is the subject of the new movie “Michael,” faced several sexual abuse allegations. But the songs he made have endured, and even thrived.

Michael Jackson's "Beat It" and his Number Ones compilation both reach new peaks on different Billboard charts before his biopic arrived in theaters.