The global pop icon Rihanna has broken every record to her name as the female artist with the most Diamond-certified singles in the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) history. Just one week from now, Rihanna will score her seventh Diamond single to her credit, putting something big on the Hall of Fame in music history.
Rihanna now has the most Diamond singles by any female artist in RIAA history, with 7. PIC.TWITTER.COM/DLWOQXYU0R
— Pop Base (@PopBase) MAY 31, 2024
This has worked to testify to the creative process for Rihanna and her decision to be fan-based and robust in the delivery of lyrics. This music speaks to millions worldwide and success, which reflects a dedication to the craft.
The prestigious diamond status is awarded to songs that have sold over ten million copies, a rare and significant achievement in the music industry. Rihanna’s seven-carat diamond collection includes the following hits:
- “Umbrella” (with Jay-Z)
- “Work” (featuring Drake)
- “Needed Me”
- “Stay”
- “Diamonds”
- “Love the Way You Lie” (featuring Eminem)
- “We Found Love” (with Calvin Harris)
Every one of those songs, in addition to reaching significant number-one positions, became the favorite of people worldwide. From the catchy beats of “Work” to the emotional depth of “Stay,” Rihanna’s diversity is evident within the Diamond collection.
In response to her achievement, Rihana shared a graphic of her last accolades and wrote ‘Ain’t no back n forth”. That personalization made it even more special to celebrate her success. Rihanna is talented, a hard worker, and has made a record in the music industry. Her music is an inspiration and breathtaking; moreover, she deserves this.
ain’t no back n forth PIC.TWITTER.COM/HXNIN7ZGAP
— Rihanna (@rihanna) MAY 31, 2024
Rihanna‘s success is just a statement of how her charm did not fade away and how her songs became cross-generational. Some of them belong to the anthems. All these are apart from her Diamond singles; several others received huge certifications, further underlying her influence in the music industry.
While fans celebrate her success, they are keenly looking forward to her new album, “R9”, which they have awaited for eight years after her last release of a full-length album, “Anti.” The Navy is a group of fans who support Rihanna. They are hoping that she decides to release one last album, and their excitement in wanting more from her musical journey of Rihanna is justifiably thrilling.
Beyond these diamond singles, several other tracks in Rihanna’s discography are also intensely certified. “Stay” is 11x Platinum, “Love On The Brain” is now 7x Platinum, and “S&M” is certified 6x Platinum. Other notable certifications go to “FourFiveSeconds,” now certified 5x Platinum, “Loud” is also 5x Platinum, and “Bitch Better Have My Money” is 4x Platinum. Singles certified 3x Platinum include the hits “Shut Up And Drive,” “Sex With Me,” and “Hate That I Love You.” “Cockiness (Love It)” has been certified Platinum.
The RIAA certification process is a benchmark of success in the music business; diamond status equates to 10 million units sold. Rihanna’s newly minted certifications underline her importance; they underscore that she will forever produce leading songs that will last through the years.
Beyond the four new diamond certifications and last month’s addition of “Diamonds” to the exclusive club, Rihanna boasts her 2010 “Love the Way You Lie” featuring Eminem, certified on May 9, 2013, as well as her 2011 “We Found Love” with Calvin Harris, approved on April 27, 2023, to round out the singer’s seven-carat diamond collection.
Rihanna is talented, a hard worker, and has made a record in the music industry. Her music is an inspiration and breathtaking; moreover, she deserves this. So, while celebrating her achievement, we look forward to a future with more contributions to the music industry. Congratulations, Rihanna! ????
