Eminem is one of the industry’s most successful rappers. Over the years, the rapper has amassed a long list of accomplishments. Eminem recently became the most certified Gold & Platinum singles artist in music history, with 73.5 million new certified units. Now he has even more to flex about.
Marshall Mathers has officially become the most-certified Gold & Platinum singles artist in music history, with 73.5 million new certified sales with the RIAA, and Curtain Call: The Hits has also been certified, Diamond. With 166 million career single awards, Eminem is one of the most decorated artists of all time.
The news was revealed on Tuesday, March 8 after the RIAA awarded Eminem with a slew of new Gold, Platinum, and Diamond certifications for Curtain Call: The Hits. With that album being certified Diamond, Eminem now has a total of six Diamond plaques. The rapper’s songs “Lose Yourself,” “Love The Way You Lie,” “Rap God,” “Not Afraid,” “Stan,” and others received new certifications.
“These awards recognize Eminem’s unflinching commitment to his craft and the enduring connection he has forged with fans over the last twenty years,” said RIAA Chairman and CEO Mitch Glazier in a statement. “With today’s announcement, Eminem becomes the top certified singles artist in our program’s history and adds a rare third Diamond Album to his many creative accomplishments.”
“Interscope joins Aftermath in congratulating Marshall, Paul, and the entire Shady team on this remarkable achievement. It has been an honor to be part of one of the greatest journeys in the history of recorded music,” said Steve Berman, Vice Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M. “The most beautiful part of this is it feels like the journey has just begun.”
Eminem deserves it all because of his dedication and hard work. To get the latest updates, keep an eye on Thirsty.
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