Michael Jackson Most Downloaded Artist Ever

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Michael Jackson Most Downloaded Artist Ever

By Timishka

Michael Jackson is the most downloaded artist of all time.

The King Of Pop – who died last June – has become the world's most popular solo artist, ahead of Elvis, Lady Gaga and Rihanna according to download figures provided by Nokia's Ovi Music Store.

The star would have celebrated his 52^nd birthday at the weekend (August 29) which may in part be responsible for the accelerated wave in sales.

Musicologist Geoff Roberts said: "Michael Jackson has always been a pop music legend. But the anniversary of his death and upcoming birthday celebrations seem to have revived Jackson fever as fans rediscover his songs - making him the most popular solo artist of all time."

Michael’s most popular on a global scale in India where he accounts for over a quarter of the country’s entire Ovi downloads, followed by the UK, Germany, Netherlands and Finland.

Singer's 1982 single 'Beat It' is the most popular track at the Ovi store, with 'Billie Jean' and 'Thriller' close behind.

Fans celebrated the King of Pop’s birthday with events all over the world including a party outside Michael’s childhood home in Gary, Indiana.