Trust me I feel the same, achieving that status was easier for BTS to get because we're in a era of technology, and technically speaking. BTS got big because of social media, and you could spread the word faster than back then on social media. Don't get me wrong BTS had talent, but online and social media promotions, got them there faster. Plus they have lots and lots of fans, nowadays it's called stans, because many fans are obsessed with these artists, and would do anything to promote them even if they didn't like the new output. The stans stream BTS like crazy, they are arguably the most aggressive fanbase in the world, who would do anything for BTS, trust me I've seen it in posts. They go trending everyday online. And remember MJ achieved this status by himself, a one-man, BTS achieved this as a group. Plus, artists could buy streams, and record stats. MJ achieved it the hard way, with just his gift, and his little- to nothing team. BTS made it with Technology and their talent.