RIAA Data Reveals Only 46 Artists Have Multiple Diamond-Certified Songs
According to a recent analysis by Business Insider, only 46 artists in history have achieved multiple diamond certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). A diamond certification is awarded to songs that reach 10 million equivalent units, combining sales and streaming figures. Since the award's inception in 1999, nearly 200 songs have reached this milestone. Drake leads all artists with 15 diamond-certified singles, followed by Post Malone with nine. Among female artists, Rihanna holds the top spot, with Katy Perry trailing closely with six certifications. Other notable multi-diamond artists include Bruno Mars with seven hits, Imagine Dragons with four (the most for any band), Justin Bieber with four, and Eminem and Lady Gaga with three each. The article highlights how streaming has influenced these certifications in recent years, allowing modern hits to accumulate units faster than previous eras. This overview catalogs the exclusive group of musicians who have repeatedly achieved this rare industry honor, illustrating their significant impact on popular music consumption trends.
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RIAA Data Reveals Only 46 Artists Have Multiple Diamond-Certified Songs
According to a recent analysis by Business Insider, only 46 artists in history have achieved multiple diamond certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). A diamond certification is awarded to songs that reach 10 million equivalent units, combining sales and streaming figures. Since the award's inception in 1999, nearly 200 songs have reached this milestone. Drake leads all artists with 15 diamond-certified singles, followed by Post Malone with nine. Among female artists, Rihanna holds the top spot, with Katy Perry trailing closely with six certifications. Other notable multi-diamond artists include Bruno Mars with seven hits, Imagine Dragons with four (the most for any band), Justin Bieber with four, and Eminem and Lady Gaga with three each. The article highlights how streaming has influenced these certifications in recent years, allowing modern hits to accumulate units faster than previous eras. This overview catalogs the exclusive group of musicians who have repeatedly achieved this rare industry honor, illustrating their significant impact on popular music consumption trends.
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