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Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” Earns Diamond Certification In US; “WAP” With Megan Thee Stallion 5x Platinum

Cardi B earns a diamond certification for her breakthrough hit.

Cardi B in Bodak Yellow | Atlantic

Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow” has officially attained diamond status in the United States.

According to the RIAA, “Bodak Yellow” earned the certification on March 3, 2021. Equivalent to 10x platinum, the award signifies at least 10 million in US units. Each unit is equal to 1 paid download or 150 streams.

“Bodak Yellow” is the first song by a female rap artist to reach diamond status.

In addition to securing the “Bodak Yellow” honor, Cardi B also received a 5x platinum certification (5 million) for her more recent hit “WAP (featuring Megan Thee Stallion).”

Both songs hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Written by Brian Cantor

Brian Cantor is the editor-in-chief for Headline Planet. He has been a leading reporter in the music, movie, television and sporting spaces since 2002.

Brian's reporting has been cited by major websites like BuzzFeed, Billboard, the New Yorker and The Fader -- and shared by celebrities like Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj.

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