An Unprecedented Feat: Rihanna’s Groundbreaking Achievement
Over the past few years, the music industry has seen its fair share of remarkable milestones, but few compare to the achievement of pop icon Rihanna. This multi-talented artist has pushed the boundaries, becoming the first ever to cross the 100 million song certifications mark. She now sits atop the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)’s list of artists with the most Digital Single Awards. This post will delve into the specifics of Rihanna’s achievement, her journey to this point, and how her success mirrors the evolution of the music industry.
Rihanna’s Unrivaled Success
The RIAA announced that Rihanna has surpassed more than 100 million Gold & Platinum song certifications, making her the first and only artist to surpass RIAA’s 100 million cumulative singles award threshold. In her illustrious career, Rihanna has claimed 48 million new RIAA Digital Single Certifications, encompassing a range of songs and reflecting her enormous popularity in the United States.
Recognizing an Exceptional Career
“Gold & Platinum is the industry’s premier way to celebrate achievement in the marketplace,” stated Cary Sherman, Chairman & CEO, RIAA. He extended congratulations to Rihanna for her unparalleled feat, deeming it a testament to an extraordinary career. Rihanna’s song certifications, released under Westbury Road Entertainment LLC/Roc Nation/Def Jam, span 37 separate titles and include numerous multi-Platinum awards for her hits like “We Found Love,” “Stay,” “What’s My Name,” and “Only Girl (In The World).”
RIAA’s Gold & Platinum Awards Program
The RIAA created its Gold & Platinum Awards Program in 1958 to honor artists and create a standard for measuring the commercial success of a sound recording. Over the years, the program has expanded to include a Digital Single Award in 2004 and added on-demand music streams to its Digital Single Award in 2013. This evolution reflects the shifting music marketplace and the increasing importance of digital music formats. As of now, the RIAA has certified nearly 2,100 separate digital songs in the past decade, marking a significant shift in the music industry.
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