“In Case You Didn’t Know” by Brett Young, the American country pop sensation, is the latest song be certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). This accolade was issued on March 20, 2024 for sales and streams of 10 million units in the U.S.
Released on January 9, 2017, as the second single from his eponymous debut album, “In Case You Didn’t Know” quickly captured the hearts of listeners with its heartfelt lyrics and soulful melody. Co-written by Young alongside Trent Tomlinson, Tyler Reeve, and Kyle Schlienger during a creative retreat in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
“In Case You Didn’t Know” debuted at number 45 on the Hot Country Songs chart in August 2016, eventually peaking at number two for a record-setting 16 consecutive weeks. Additionally, the song claimed the number one spot on the Country Airplay chart for the week of June 10, 2017, marking Young’s first number one hit.
It reached number 19 on the prestigious Billboard Hot 100, cementing Young’s status as a crossover success and showcasing his broad appeal beyond the confines of the genre.
The accompanying music video, directed by Jennifer Rothlein, has surpassed 680 million views on YouTube.
