Drake has officially carved out a historic milestone in his illustrious career, becoming the first artist ever to earn an astonishing total of 10 RIAA Diamond certifications, a feat that cements his legacy as one of the most successful musicians in history.
On May 28, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) made the landmark announcement, proudly declaring the Canadian superstar’s newly unlocked achievement which has set a new benchmark in the music industry.
In a celebratory post shared across their social media platforms, the RIAA proclaimed: “Drake has the most RIAA Diamond Certifications of any artist, ever,” accompanied by a visually striking graphic showcasing the 6 God’s impressive collection of Diamond plaques, symbolizing sales of over 10 million units each.
The latest additions to Drake’s prestigious Diamond club include the critically acclaimed tracks “Hold On, We’re Going Home” from his album Nothing Was the Same, as well as his breakout hit “Best I Ever Had,” both of which have reached the monumental milestone of over 10 million sales in the United States alone.
These newly certified hits now proudly stand alongside Drake’s previous Diamond-certified smash records, which include:
- “God’s Plan”
- “One Dance”
- “Hotline Bling”
- “Life Is Good” (with Future)
- “SICKO MODE” (with Travis Scott)
- “No Guidance” (with Chris Brown)
- “Love Me” (with Lil Wayne and Future)
With this accomplishment, Drake now holds more Diamond-certified records than any other artist in history, surpassing music legends such as Garth Brooks and Post Malone, who each currently hold nine Diamond certifications. Remarkably, Drake stands alone as the only artist to have achieved double-digit Diamond certifications across both singles and albums, highlighting his unmatched versatility and enduring popularity in the music industry.