Over the past twenty years or so, DJ Khaled has had a significant impact on hip-hop as a producer, DJ and cultural figure. Known for bringing together high-profile collaborations and creating hit anthems, the 49 year old has solidified himself as a staple in the game. His ability to unite top-tier artists from different parts of the music industry has resulted in numerous chart-topping songs, blending hip-hop, R&B, and pop. Khaled’s albums are often marked by star-studded features and uplifting themes. The Miami native has been instrumental in shaping mainstream hip-hop’s sound throughout the 2010s and beyond.
As one of his smash singles suggests, all Khaled does is win! That became even more apparent this week (January 29th), when it was announced that the Grammy Award-winning music mogul has garnered a staggering 17 new certifications from the RIAA for a bevy of culture-defining hits. This feat further amplifies his recent Diamond certification for ‘I’m The One’ featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper and Lil Wayne. This avalanche of achievements speaks to his continued influence on hip-hop as one of its most reliable and consistent hitmakers.
DJ Khaled is unquestionably a key component in the landscape of music and has been for quite some time. With over 75 million records sold (spanning across 13 studio albums), the man that made the saying “We The Best” famous has provided us with countless slaps that will forever hold special places in our hearts…and ears. To celebrate his recent achievements and his overall impact on music in general, check out a playlist filled with all of DJ Khaled’s RIAA certified singles. Let us know which ones are your favorites in the comment section!
1. I'm So Hood ft. T-Pain, Trick Daddy, Rick Ross & Plies
Release Date: August 28, 2007
Gold: April 15, 2008
Platinum: June 4, 2008
2. Out Here Grindin ft. Akon, Rick Ross, Young Jeezy, Lil Boosie, Trick Daddy, Ace Hood & Plies
Release Date: June 24, 2008
Gold: January 13, 2009
3. We Takin' Over ft. Akon, T.I., Rick Ross, Fat Joe, Birdman & Lil Wayne
Release Date: March 27, 2007
Gold: November 20, 2007
Platinum: December 9, 2010
4. Hold You Down ft. Chris Brown, August Alsina, Future & Jeremih
