No, Soulja Boy does not currently have a diamond record certified by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Despite claims made by the artist, his hit song "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" from 2007 has not achieved diamond certification status. A diamond record signifies 10 million units sold, which can include a combination of sales and streaming equivalents.
Soulja Boy's Claim vs. RIAA Certification
Soulja Boy publicly stated that "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" was the first song to reach diamond status and sell 10 million copies "digitally." However, this assertion is not supported by official RIAA certifications. The RIAA is the official body responsible for certifying music sales and streaming milestones in the United States, including gold, platinum, and diamond awards.
The discrepancy between the artist's claim and the official records can be summarized as follows:
| Aspect | Soulja Boy's Claim (Crank That) | RIAA Certification Status (Crank That) |
|---|---|---|
| Certification Status | Claimed to be the first digital diamond record | Not certified diamond by the RIAA |
| Sales/Equivalents | Stated 10 million copies sold digitally | Not included among the singles officially certified diamond |
| Official Recognition | Figures' source is unclear | Not listed on the RIAA's official list of diamond singles |
As of the available information, "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" is not among the select number of singles that have been certified diamond by the RIAA. This indicates that while the song was a massive commercial success and cultural phenomenon, it has not reached the 10-million-unit threshold required for diamond certification according to official industry standards.
