Today in Black Music History: HIStory Debuts at No. 1

This day in Black Music History: Michael Jackson's HIStory: Past, Present, and Future Book 1 album debuted at #1.Jackson's 9th studio album, it was quite controversial. Songs listed include "They Don't Care About Us,' "Scream,' "Earth Song," and "You Are Not Alone." Full list.

After debuting at #1 in England, according to Black America Web, "HIStory" made #1 in America within two weeks.