Egzod & Maestro Chives Earn RIAA Gold for "Royalty (Feat. Neoni)"

The dance/electronic single "Royalty (Feat. Neoni)" by Egzod & Maestro Chives was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on November 21, 2025. The certification recognizes 500,000 units in the United States. Released on April 21, 2021, via the label NCS (No Copyright Sounds), the track has become a significant viral hit for the artists, marking a major milestone in their careers.

"Royalty" is described as an empowering anthem about overcoming limitations and rising to greatness. Thematically, it serves as a "battle cry" for listeners striving to overcome obstacles, celebrating inner strength, perseverance, and the journey to self-actualization. The song's widespread appeal is evident in its digital performance; the original version has accumulated over 554 million streams on Spotify and has been used in over 2.5 million posts on TikTok. Its success has made it a defining anthem across various social media platforms.

Egzod, the primary artist, is a multicultural producer known for redefining the melodic electronic music scene with cinematic drops and global influences. Since debuting in 2017, his music has often explored themes of freedom, purpose, and inner strength, resonating with a global audience. Egzod has surpassed 1 billion total streams across his discography and maintains a significant digital presence with over 5.3 million monthly listeners on Spotify and more than 270,000 YouTube subscribers. The Gold certification for "Royalty" solidifies his position as a prominent artist in the electronic genre.