On October 9, 1997, the iconic song 'Something About the Way You Look Tonight / Candle in the Wind' made history by becoming the first-ever song to be certified diamond. This prestigious certification is awarded when a song reaches at least 10 million equivalent units through a combination of sales and streaming numbers. Interestingly, this song received the diamond certification two years before the official diamond award was introduced by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Over the years, several other notable songs have achieved diamond certification, signifying their immense popularity and widespread appeal. Some of these include 'Baby,' 'Not Afraid,' 'Bad Romance,' 'Radioactive,' 'Thrift Shop,' 'Poker Face,' 'Uptown Funk,' 'Roar,' 'Royals,' 'Despacito,' 'Firework,' 'Lose Yourself,' 'Love the Way You Lie,' 'Blurred Lines,' 'I Gotta Feeling,' 'Party Rock Anthem,' 'Counting Stars,' 'Closer,' 'Cruise,' 'Dark Horse,' 'Shape of You,' and many more.
One of the standout achievements in the realm of diamond-certified songs is 'Old Town Road,' which holds the title of being the fastest song in history to achieve diamond status, accomplishing this feat less than a year after its original release. Additionally, 'Bohemian Rhapsody,' 'Sorry,' 'Hey, Soul Sister,' 'Stressed Out,' 'Believer,' 'Havana,' 'Super Bass,' 'All I Want for Christmas Is You,' 'Fireflies,' 'Without Me,' 'Say You Won't Let Go,' and 'In The End' are among the songs that have been honored with diamond certification.
Noteworthy artists who have made significant contributions to the diamond-certified song landscape include Maroon 5, Eminem, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Cardi B, Drake, Bruno Mars, Post Malone, and The Weeknd. These artists have each garnered multiple diamond-certified songs, solidifying their status as music industry powerhouses.
As the music industry continues to evolve, the achievement of diamond certification remains a coveted milestone for artists and their fans alike, symbolizing the enduring impact and popularity of a song in the ever-changing landscape of music.
