Madonna Nearly Helps a Fellow Pop Icon Reach No. 1 for The First Time The rivalry between Madonna and Michael Jackson is one of the most enduring in pop music history.
For years, these two titans vied for dominance, with each pushing the other to new heights.
But while both artists left an indelible mark on popular culture, it's a lesser known fact that Madonna nearly helped a fellow pop icon reach No. 1 for the first time.