The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has certified Chris Stapleton's "Tennessee Whiskey" Double Diamond, with the track becoming the first country song ever to reach the milestone of selling over 20 million units.
A song or record must sell 10 million units for it to be certified Diamond by the RIAA. There are only 18 Diamond-Certified country songs so far.
Stapleton released "Tennessee Whiskey" in 2015 as part of his Traveller album. Stapleton's version was a cover of the song originally released by David Allan Coe in 1981.
RIAA Chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier said, "Chris Stapleton's undeniable vocal grit and storytelling have connected deeply - driving chart successes, earning major awards, and most importantly, resonating with fans."
"RIAA is proud to celebrate him alongside MCA as 'Tennessee Whiskey' today makes history, becoming the first Country single ever to earn a Double Diamond certification with twenty million units in the U.S. alone," he added. "It's a remarkable achievement and another defining moment in Stapleton's career."
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