Jon Pardi Earns RIAA Gold for "Mr. Saturday Night"

Country artist Jon Pardi's fourth studio album, "Mr. Saturday Night," has officially been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The certification, dated Nobyembre 20, 2025, recognizes 500,000 units sold in the United States. Released on Setyembre 2, 2022, via Capitol Nashville, the album continued Pardi's streak of successful projects that blend traditional country sounds with a modern sensibility.

A native of Dixon, California, Jon Pardi has established himself as a torchbearer for hardcore country within the mainstream. After moving to Nashville in 2008, he signed with Capitol Records Nashville and gained prominence with his 2014 debut, "Write You a Song." His breakthrough came with the 2015 album "California Sunrise," which produced the No. 1 Country Airplay hits "Head Over Boots" and "Dirt on My Boots," solidifying his status as a major star. His follow-up, 2019's "Heartache Medication," also achieved significant success, spawning the chart-topping title track and further cementing his reputation for clever updates to classic country sounds.

"Mr. Saturday Night" served as a strong follow-up to Pardi's previous work, peaking at number five on the Billboard Country Albums chart and number 33 on the Billboard 200. The album was preceded by the lead single "Last Night Lonely," which became another hit for the artist. The project features popular tracks such as "Your Heart Or Mine" and the title track, showcasing Pardi's consistent ability to connect with audiences through his distinct honky-tonk style. Since the album's release, Pardi has continued to release new music, including the 2023 holiday collection "Merry Christmas from Jon Pardi."