Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine Goes Platinum

Ariana Grande continues to make waves in the music industry, with her latest album Eternal Sunshine reaching Platinum certification on September 9, 2024. This latest accolade adds to her already impressive career, and her gratitude for her fans was palpable when she took to Instagram, writing:

"This is quite insane to me 🥺🥺🥹 just wanted to say thank you and I love you so very much. This album is my favorite. I am moved and deeply grateful."

Eternal Sunshine, released earlier this year, marks a period of growth and artistic exploration for Grande. The Platinum certification indicates over 1 million units sold. Fans have praised the album’s innovative sound, with a mix of soulful ballads and pop anthems that reflect Grande’s personal experiences and artistic versatility.

Two standout singles from Eternal Sunshine have achieved significant RIAA milestones.

• "we can't be friends (wait for your love)" has now been certified 2x Multi-Platinum, signifying over 2 million units sold. The music video, which premiered six months ago, has also garnered over 158 million views on YouTube, showing strong fan engagement.
• "the boy is mine" has earned a Platinum certification, reaching the coveted million-sold mark. The music video for this track has been equally successful, attracting over 30 million views within just three months of its release.

This latest round of certifications comes just weeks after Grande’s beloved 2014 album My Everything was certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA. The album’s 10th anniversary re-ignited fan appreciation and critical discussion around her early career, cementing My Everything as one of her most iconic works. The album has sold over 4 million units in the U.S. alone, and Grande marked the milestone with a special 10th Anniversary Edition.