Kevin Lyttle’s soca hit single “Turn Me On” which was redone as a dance song with vocal from Spragga Benz attains Double Platinum certification in the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in the artist’s career.
The infectious dancehall soca-infused track by the Vincentian artist which took the world by storm upon its release, has become one of the most memorable songs of its era and a certified party starter. The British Phonographic Industry (BPI) awarded “Turn Me On” with Double Platinum certification, signifying that the song has surpassed 1.2 million units sold in the UK on Friday June 16, 2023.
The BPI certifications are measure with sales and streaming data from the U.K.’s Official Charts Company.
“Turn Me On” first captivated audiences in 2003, with its distinctive blend of soca, dancehall, and R&B influences. The song’s upbeat tempo, catchy melodies, and Kevin Lyttle’s smooth vocals created an irresistible combination that resonated with music lovers across different genres.
The song which is the highest selling soca song of all time in the U.K. was recently redone and sampled in April 2023 with a new beat for Luude and Bru-C’s ‘TMO’ (Turn Me On) featuring Kevin.
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The latest achievements for “Turn Me On” adds to its Gold certification in the US, achieving Double Platinum in the UK, Kevin Lyttle joins an elite group of artists who have received this prestigious recognition.
“Turn Me On” peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also received remarkable success across the globe as it soared to the top of the charts in Denmark, the UK’s Hip Hop/R&B chart and the US Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart. The remixes of the track performed exceptionally well, securing the #1 spot on the US Dance Singles Sales chart. In Germany and the UK, “Turn Me On” reached #2 on the official charts.
The song also made its mark in Switzerland, Europe, Australia, Italy, and the Netherlands, all achieving top 3 positions. It attained #5 in Sweden and Belgium (Ultratop 50 Flanders). It gained significant popularity in Romania, Austria, and the Czech Republic, where it reached the top 10. Additionally, “Turn Me On” achieved notable success in Greece, France, Scotland, and Belgium (Ultratop 50 Wallonia), securing positions within the top 20. The song’s chart performance highlights its international appeal and enduring popularity.
