double platinum

Two million sold

Double platinum is a music industry certification indicating an album or single has sold two million copies in the United States, or the equivalent threshold in other countries.

The Recording Industry Association of America awards these designations: Their debut album went double platinum within six months.

The term extends to triple platinum, quadruple platinum, and beyond for higher sales milestones.

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commercial success level

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Complete commercial failure

uncertified · unsold · bomb · dud · tanked

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Unknown to most

unknown · forgotten · underground · niche · cult classic

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Timeless · Positive · Rated G