Beyonce breaks RIAA record with 103 certifications, CKay leads the RIAA list of best-selling Nigerian artists, Carlo Ancelotti has become Real Madrid’s most successful manager ever. Stay informed with our Rave News Summarywhich summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to stay informed, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Beyoncé breaks the RIAA record with 103 certifications
👑 Award-winning achievement! Congratulations @Beyoncewho now holds the record for the most certified titles for a female artist in RIAA history, including her first two Diamond singles! 💎🐝✨ @parkwood @columbiarecords pic.twitter.com/L86gwGkzQN
— RIAA (@RIAA) December 17, 2024
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has officially crowned Beyoncé as the female artist with the most certified titles in history, reaching an unprecedented milestone of 103 total certifications across her illustrious discography. The announcement celebrates Beyoncé’s unparalleled achievements and cultural impact. Michel BallantyneRIAA President & COO, praised the superstar in a statement: “Beyoncé’s iconic catalog has produced the most certified titles for a female artist in RIAA history. Congratulations on this crowning milestone, Beyoncé, Parkwood Entertainment, Columbia Records – and we see you, BeyHive, streaming on repeat!”
This historic achievement comes in a year of monumental success for Beyoncé. In March 2024, she released her critically acclaimed eighth studio album, “COWBOY CARTER,” a 27-song project that has dominated the music landscape and earned 11 nominations for the upcoming 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Standout songs include “TEXAS HOLD EM” competes for Record of the Year, while the album competes in major categories such as Album of the Year and Best Country Album. With collaborations with artists such as PostMalone, Linda Martell, Miley CyrusAnd Shaboozey, “COWBOY CARTER,” showcases Beyoncé’s mastery of diverse genres and her ability to redefine the boundaries of modern music. With this RIAA certification and her record-breaking Grammy nominations, Beyoncé continues to solidify her position as a unique talent and global icon.
2. CKay leads the RIAA list of best-selling Nigerian artists
Afrobeats Artists with the Most RIAA Certifications as Lead Artists (Singles + Albums) 🇺🇸
1. @ckay_yo – 8 million units
2. @wizkidayo – 7 million units
3. @heisrema – 5.5 million units
4. @burnaboy – 2.5 million units
5. @davido – 2M units
6. @temsbaby – 1.5 million units pic.twitter.com/jDIxKCbnvs— Edidiong 💋 (@BerryEdidigong) December 17, 2024
Nigerian pop music continues to shine on the world stage, with Afrobeats artists breaking records in the United States and beyond. Leading the charge is CKay, whose viral hit single “I love Nwantiti” has cemented his position as the best-selling Nigerian artist in the US. The song, which exploded on TikTok in 2021, has sold over 8 million copies, making it the most certified Nigerian song in the United States. With its astonishing success “I love Nwantiti” is poised to become the first diamond-certified record from the Afrobeats genre.
Grammy-winning artist Wizkid ranks second on the list, with more than 4 million copies sold for its worldwide hit “Essence” of Tams And Justin Bieber. Wizkid also holds the title of the most certified Nigerian artist in the US, with eight RIAA certifications. Sitting right behind Remawhose “Calm Down” has achieved six RIAA Platinum certifications and has sold more than 5 million copies. The song broke multiple records including becoming the highest charting Nigerian song on the Billboard Hot 100 with a number 3 peak and remaining on the chart for over a year.
3. South Africa: Musa Keys and Tyla make the RIAA class of 2024
+ #RIAATopCertified Gold album from 2024
📀#Tyla @Tyllaaaaaaa pic.twitter.com/RDLkQL1NAh— RIAA (@RIAA) December 16, 2024
South African music stars Musa Keys And Tyla have been named to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) Class of 2024, in recognition of their significant milestones. Tyla achieved a platinum certification for her hit single “Water,” peaking at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, making her the highest-charting African female solo artist. Her self-titled debut album and single “Truth or Dare” also received Gold certifications, winning a year’s worth of awards at the VMAs, BET Awards and Billboard Music Awards.
Musa Keys earned his first RIAA Gold certification for his feature film Davidos hit “Not available,” further strengthening South Africa’s global music influence. The duo joins 65 nominees, including the Nigerian-American country star Shaboozey and hitmakers love it Chapelle Roan, Sexy redAnd Carol G. Their achievements underline Africa’s growing impact on global music and mark a proud moment for the continent on the world stage.
4. Chance, the wife of rapper of five years, Kirsten Corley, is filing for divorce
Chance The Rapper’s wife has filed for divorce after five years of marriage, TMZ reports.
Kirsten Corley filed a complaint with the court on December 13, but the divorce documents are not immediately available, meaning there is currently no information on what Corley is asking for from the rapper in terms of… pic.twitter.com/B3kZbVIbqQ
— XXL Magazine (@XXL) December 17, 2024
Chance the Rapper and his wife of five years, Kirsten Corleyofficially end their marriage. On Tuesday, December 17, it was reported that Corley had filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple, who tied the knot in 2019, share two daughters, Kensli, 9, and Marli, 5, both of whom currently live with Corley. The divorce petition, filed in Cook County, Illinois, includes a request for child support and notes that the couple had a prenuptial agreement.
The news follows an announcement in April in which the couple revealed via Instagram Stories that they had amicably decided to part ways after a period of reflection. “We have come to this decision amicably and with gratitude for the time we spent together,” read the statement. Speculation about their split arose earlier this year after a viral video showed Chance’s birth Chancellor Bennettdancing suggestively with another woman at Jamaica’s Carnival. Corley later shared a cryptic passage By Maya Angelou ‘Letter to my daughter’ seemingly addressing the situation.
5. Carlo Ancelotti has become Real Madrid’s most successful manager ever
🚨⚪️ Carlo Ancelotti becomes the manager with the MOST titles in Real Madrid’s history!
15 titles for the Italian coach. Legend. 🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/zO505UCq7E
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 18, 2024
Carlo Ancelotti has cemented his legacy as Real Madrid’s most successful manager ever after a dominant 3-0 win over Pachuca in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final. The victory marked Ancelotti’s 15th major trophy with the Spanish giants, surpassing the legendary Miguel Muñozwho won fourteen trophies during his tenure. During two spells with Madrid, Ancelotti’s career includes three Champions League titles, two La Liga championships, two Copa del Reys and numerous other accolades.
Ancelotti’s tactical brilliance and man management have been key to Madrid’s success, especially in European competitions. His three Champions League wins with the club have cemented their dominance on the continent and played a crucial role in his record-breaking performances. With a total of five Champions League wins, including two with AC Milan, Ancelotti remains the most successful manager in the competition’s history. Madrid now shift focus to Sunday’s La Liga match against Sevilla, where a win could put them top of the table come Christmas.
Featured image: @beyonce/Instagram
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