As of today, Eminem is the artist with the most certified gold and platinum labeled tracks. According to the RIAA, he’s received 73.5 million new certified. His project Curtain Call: The Hit also earned the Diamond status. Given the statistics, Em has racked in 166 million career single awards.
The RIAA gifted Eminem with several Gold and Platinum certifications. Additionally, the rapper has a Diamond certification for Curtain Call: The Hit. As a result, the “Rap God” lyricist has 6 Diamond plaques. The new certificates come from his songs “Lose Yourself,” “Love The Way You Lie,” “Rap God,” “Not Afraid,” and “Stan,” to name a few.
RIAA Chairman and CEO Mitch Glazier says in a statement:
“These awards recognize Eminem’s unflinching commitment to his craft and the enduring connection he has forged with fans over the last twenty years. 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.”
Vice-Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M, Steve Berman, adds
“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’s last outing was at the Superbowl Halftime Show. He performed alongside Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, Snoop Dogg, and Kendrick Lamar.