Burna Boy Adds Another RIAA Certification as ‘Alone’ Hits Gold Status
Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy has added another milestone to his ever-growing list of accolades. His hit single ‘Alone’, one of the standout tracks from the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack album, has officially been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) after selling over 500,000 units in the United States.
The achievement was confirmed by Chart Data, marking yet another testament to Burna Boy’s dominance in the global music scene. ‘Alone’ becomes his sixth RIAA certification and his fourth solo plaque, further solidifying his status as one of Africa’s biggest musical exports.
A Standout Track from a Blockbuster Soundtrack
Featured on the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever compilation album, ‘Alone’ was one of the most celebrated tracks, standing alongside contributions from fellow Nigerian superstars Rema and Fireboy. The song’s emotional depth and powerful production made it a fan favorite, earning it a nomination for Best Global Song Performance at the 2023 Grammys.
With 164 million streams on Spotify, ‘Alone’ ranks as the second most streamed song from the album, trailing only behind Rihanna’s chart-topping hit ‘Lift Me Up’.
Burna Boy’s Unstoppable Global Run
Burna Boy continues to reinforce himself as a dominant force on the international stage. With ten Grammy nominations, the Nigerian megastar is gearing up for a packed 2025, with the release of his highly anticipated eighth studio album ‘No Sign of Weakness’.
The upcoming project has already been teased with two singles—‘Higher’, which earned a Best African Song Performance nomination at the 67th Grammys, and ‘Bundle By Bundle’, released in December 2024.
Adding to his list of historic feats, Burna Boy recently became the first artist to grace the cover of Billboard France Magazine. In his interview, he spoke about the continued global rise of Nigerian music and his pivotal role in pushing Afrobeats onto the world stage.
Setting New Records for Nigerian Music
Burna Boy’s commercial success continues to set new records. He remains the only Nigerian artist with three albums surpassing 500 million streams on Spotify, a remarkable feat that highlights his consistency and impact.
As he prepares to drop ‘No Sign of Weakness’, fans and industry insiders alike are eager to see if Burna Boy can continue his streak of Grammy-nominated albums. Given his track record, it’s safe to say that he remains at the forefront of Africa’s global music movement, showing no signs of slowing down.
