Chris Brown Surpasses Michael Jackson: Becomes Best-Selling Black Male Vocalist in RIAA History
Chris Brown has achieved a significant milestone in his career, surpassing the late Michael Jackson to become the best-selling Black male vocalist in RIAA history. This achievement is attributed to the power of streaming, which was not available during Jackson's era. Brown's latest certifications from the RIAA include multiple platinum and gold awards for his singles and albums. His recent success follows a successful stadium tour in celebration of his debut album's 20th anniversary. In the US, Brown ranks as the third top-selling male vocalist, trailing behind Elvis Presley and Luke Combs. Despite his impressive sales figures, Michael Jackson remains the best-selling artist globally, with over 1 billion records sold. Brown's recent accomplishments include selling out Nationals Park three nights in a row and topping the Billboard Top Tours chart. His career continues to soar, solidifying his status as a music icon.