Young Jeezy Earns RIAA Gold for "Go Crazy (Ft. Jay-Z)"

Young Jeezy's 2005 single "Go Crazy," featuring Jay-Z was officially certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on Nobyembre 10, 2025. The certification recognizes 500,000 units sold in the United States. The track was released by Island Def Jam as part of Jeezy's major-label debut album.

Released on Hulyo 26, 2005, "Go Crazy" was the third single from the seminal album Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101. The song features a guest appearance from Jay-Z who was the president of Def Jam Recordings at the time. Produced by Don Cannon, the track samples the song "(Man, Oh Man) I Want To Go Back" and functions as a "dope boy anthem," with both artists reflecting on the potential for success for those who come from the streets. The song's lyrics and history have garnered significant interest over the years, accumulating approximately 155,924 pageviews on Genius.

Young Jeezy emerged as a central figure in the development and popularization of trap, a subgenre of hip-hop that gained mainstream traction in the mid-2000s. His debut, Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101, is widely regarded as a classic of the genre. The Atlanta-based rapper has maintained a durable career and a significant following, with metrics showing over 5.6 million followers on Instagram. The Gold certification for "Go Crazy" arrives decades after its release, underscoring the track's lasting impact and cultural resonance.