By Jorge Calvillo (staff@latinospost.com) | First Posted: Aug 30, 2013 04:39 PM EDT

On August 29th the "King of Pop", Michael Jackson, would have turned 55. Despite the fact that in June of 2009 the world was shocked to learn the news of his death, his musical legacy continues to live on.

Jackson's path is legendary, leaving a lasting mark upon generation after generation, which is why in order to conmemorate his birthday we bring you the top five hits of his musical career.

Thriller - 1982, directed by John Landis

Billie Jean - 1982, produced by Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones

Black or White - 1991, produced by Michael Jackson and Bill Bottrell

Remember The Time - 1992, composed and written by Teddy Riley, Michael Jackson and Bernard Belle

You Are Not Alone - 1995, written by R. Kelly, produced by R. Kelly and Michael Jackson