Lady Gaga’s debut single ‘Just Dance’ achieves RIAA Certified Diamond Status

Renzo Fuentes

April 14, 2023

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  Photo: Gaga’s recent “Just Dance” performance at the Chromatica Ball 2022; Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

  Lady Gaga, the legendary pop star renowned for her avant-garde looks, powerful vocals, and daring performances – made an iconic moment once again!

  Lady Gaga via Instagram. pic.twitter.com/cM78o9Doh6

  — Lady Gaga Now 🃏 (@ladygaganownet) April 12, 2023

  One of the American singer-songwriter’s most popular tracks, “Just Dance,” from her 2008 debut single, launched her to stardom and topped the international charts. It has accomplished the remarkable achievement of earning the renowned RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) Certified Diamond status, a feat that only a select few artists have done. This is her third RIAA recognition, following other worldwide hits “Bad Romance” and “Poker Face.”

  With 175 non-consecutive weeks at the top, “The Fame” holds the record for the longest run at the top in the history of Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Albums chart. The song reached number one in five countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as on US Top 40 radio.

  Lady Gaga now has three RIAA certified Diamond singles: “Just Dance,” “Poker Face,” and “Bad Romance.” She now becomes the third female artist to achieve this milestone along with Katy Perry & Cardi B. pic.twitter.com/Ed7jH0Ifo0

  — Lady Gaga Now 🃏 (@ladygaganownet) April 12, 2023

  Gaga joins a select group of artists who have earned the accolade, including icons like Mariah Carey, Madonna, and Michael Jackson, among others.

  “Just Dance” was the lead single from Lady Gaga’s debut album The Fame (2008), released 15 years ago.

  The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) verifies music sales and grants certifications depending on the quantity of music purchased or streamed in the US. The RIAA’s Gold and Platinum Awards, which started with recognizing musicians and keeping track of recording sales, have evolved into a symbol of achievement for all musicians, regardless of whether they have just released their debut single or Greatest Hits album.

  Listen to and watch the music video for the ever-remarkable hit, “Just Dance:”

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