U.K. Certifications: “Empire State of Mind,” By Jay-Z Featuring Alicia Keys Certified 3x Platinum

Jay-Z’s New York anthem “Empire State of Mind,” featuring Alicia Keys, has now achieved 3x Platinum status in the U.K. According to the British Phonographic Industry, this track released September 14, 2009, which captures the soul of the city and became a global cultural moment, has now sold 1,800,000 units as measured by the Official Charts Company as of October 4, 20224.

Drake, also haas a new reason to celebrates with his hit “Take Care,” featuring Rihanna certified 3x Platinum.

James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, joins the list with a Brit Silver certification for his classic “Soul Power Pt 1 & 2.” This anthem has influenced generations and stands as a testament to the enduring power of his music.

“Damages,” by Tems earns a Silver certification and so did Kendrick Lamar’s “Duckworth,” for sales surpassing 200,000 units.

The list of BritCertified albums and singles for October 4, 2024 also includes Sam Smith’s album In The Lonely Hour reaching an astounding 10x Platinum certification, for sales and streams surpassing 6 million units. Meanwhile, Lewis Capaldi’s Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent hits Platinum status (600,000)

Classic tracks such as Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama” and AC/DC’s “You Shook Me All Night Long” have reached 3x Platinum and 2x Platinum certifications, respectively.

Below is the complete list of songs and albums certified today:

Black Artists:

1. Jay-Z Ft. Alicia Keys – “Empire State Of Mind” (3x Platinum, Single)
2. Drake Ft. Rihanna – “Take Care” (3x Platinum, Single)
3. James Brown – “Soul Power Pt 1 & 2” (Silver, Single)
4. Tems – “Damages” (Silver, Single)
5. Kendrick Lamar – “Duckworth.” (Silver, Single)

Other Artists:

1. Paul McCartney – Pure McCartney (Gold, Album)
2. Lewis Capaldi – Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent (Platinum, Album)
3. Sam Smith – In The Lonely Hour (10x Platinum, Album)
4. Ultrabeat – The Weekend Has Landed (Silver, Album)
5. Jungle – Volcano (Silver, Album)
6. Fred Again – Actual Life (Apr 14 – Dec 17 2020) (Silver, Album)
7. Bad Omens – The Death Of Peace Of Mind (Silver, Album)
8. Sunset Brothers & Mark McCabe – “I’m Feeling It (In The Air)” (Gold, Single)
9. Ron Pope – “A Drop In The Ocean” (Gold, Single)
10. The Strokes – “The Adults Are Talking” (Gold, Single)
11. Maribou State Ft Holly – “Midas” (Gold, Single)
12. Bl3ss/Camrinwatsin/Bbyclose – “Kisses” (Gold, Single)
13. Dua Lipa – “Hallucinate” (Platinum, Single)
14. J Hus Ft Drake – “Who Told You” (Platinum, Single)
15. Mark Ambor – “Belong Together” (Platinum, Single)
16. Mitski – “My Love Mine All Mine” (Platinum, Single)
17. Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners – “Evergreen” (Platinum, Single)
18. Secondcity – “I Wanna Feel” (2x Platinum, Single)
19. AC/DC – “You Shook Me All Night Long” (2x Platinum, Single)
20. Hozier – “Too Sweet” (2x Platinum, Single)
21. Lou Bega – “Mambo No. 5 (A Little Bit Of)” (3x Platinum, Single)
22. Lynyrd Skynyrd – “Sweet Home Alabama” (3x Platinum, Single)
23. DHT Ft Edmee – “Listen To Your Heart” (Silver, Single)
24. New Order – “Age Of Consent” (Silver, Single)
25. Luke Combs – “Going Going Gone” (Silver, Single)
26. Nickelback – “Lullaby” (Silver, Single)
27. Taylor Swift – “Epiphany” (Silver, Single)
28. The Weeknd – “The Party & The After Party” (Silver, Single)
29. Ed Sheeran Ft Stormzy – “Take Me Back To London” (3x Platinum, Single)
30. John Lennon – Gimme Some Truth (Gold, Album)
31. Blondie – Essential (Platinum, Album)
32. Enrique Iglesias – “Bailamos” (Gold, Single)
33. Ray Charles – “Hit The Road Jack” (Gold, Single)
34. Adele – “Hometown Glory” (2x Platinum, Single)
35. Arctic Monkeys – “505” (3x Platinum, Single)