Michael Jackson and Beyoncé are the two greatest music icons in history, but can Beyoncé surpass the “pop king” to become the most influential black artist of our generation? This question is controversial but undeniamented that Beyoncé has built an equally scared heritage compared to the legendary Michael Jackson.

Achievements and cultural influence

Michael Jackson changes music history with voice, dance, and revolutionary music videos. AlbumThriller(1982) is still the best -selling album of all time, while the “Moonwalk” dance moves become legends. Michael also leads himself into social issues, as inWe Are The WorldhayMan in the Mirror.

Beyoncé, meanwhile, has gradually built a career from Destiny’s Child to the “queen” of the masses. She has shaped modern pop-r&B music, and is a symbol of self-choice and powerful women’s power. AlbumLemonadeandHomecomingThese are cultural declarations, prolonging the influence of Beyoncé out of the music field.

Product quality and long -term influence

Regarding the prize, Michael Jackson owns 13 Grammy prizes and a series of records. Beyoncé overcame him in the number when he was the most grammy artist (32 prizes). In terms of revenue, Jackson defeated all competitors when the album sales were sold over 400 million copies.

Although it has not been able to overcome Michael in terms of revenue record, Beyoncé has a deeper influence on modern modern culture. She is a young person to set new standards for women and black artists in the entertainment industry.

Conclude

Michael Jackson is still a monument and immortal symbol of music. However, Beyoncé has expanded the influence of a colored artist in a simultaneous way and attached to the current generation. Who is the most influential black artist? The answer depends on the evaluation criteria, but obviously Beyoncé is following Michael Jackson in a very incredible way.