Michael Jackson, known as “the king of pop,” produced the best-selling album in history. Thriller had a budget of $750,000… so he was able to gather talented artists to help make it a monster success. Famous horror-movie actor Vincent Price provided narration. Eddie Van Halen provided a legendary guitar solo, for free. Jackson recorded some of the vocals in the dark. 30 songs were recorded, but only 9 made it to the record.

How many of these albums do you own? Do you have a favorite?

1. Thriller, Michael Jackson: 70 million
2. Back in Black, AC/DC: 50 million
3. The Bodyguard, Whitney Houston / Various artists: 45 million
4. The Dark Side of the Moon, Pink Floyd: 45 million
5. Their Greatest Hits (1971–1975), Eagles: 44 million
6. Hotel California, Eagles: 42 million
7. Come On Over, Shania Twain: 40 million
8. Rumours, Fleetwood Mac,: 40 million
9. Bat Out of Hell, Meat Loaf: 40 million
10. Saturday Night Fever, Bee Gees / Various artists: 40 million