Michael Jackson
closed50% stake in catalogue
Pop•1980s-2000s•Billboard
Deal Value
$600M
Multiple
22x
Overview
Sony Music has acquired a 50% stake in the Michael Jackson catalogue from the Estate of Michael Jackson. This deal gives Sony full control over one of the most valuable music catalogues in history.
Key Highlights
- Sony now owns 100% of Michael Jackson's recorded music
- Includes rights to "Thriller," the best-selling album of all time
- Catalogue generates over $100M in annual revenue
- Estate retains 50% ownership of publishing
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Transaction
Buyer
Sony Music
Seller
Estate of Michael Jackson
Announced
Feb 2024
Closed
February 14, 2024
Streaming
Monthly Streams
1.8B
Growth
+5.4% YoY
Top Markets
USBrazilUKIndiaMexico
Catalogue
147
Songs
11
Albums
32
Hits
Top Songs
- 1. Billie Jean
- 2. Beat It
- 3. Thriller
- 4. Smooth Criminal
- 5. Bad