Over a decade later, his debut single continues to define pop music.
Just the Way You Are Hits Unprecedented Heights
Bruno Mars’ 2010 breakout single, “Just the Way You Are,” has officially become the highest-certified song in RIAA history, achieving an astonishing 21x Platinum. This milestone represents the equivalent of 21 million units sold in the United States, surpassing Post Malone and Swae Lee’s “Sunflower” and cementing Mars’ legacy in the music industry.
A Decade of Enduring Appeal
Released over a decade ago, the track launched Bruno Mars into global stardom, topping the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. Its ongoing commercial success highlights the song’s timeless appeal in the era of digital streaming and continues to attract new generations of listeners.
A Record-Breaking Catalog
The RIAA updates also include other hits from Mars’ catalog, with “The Lazy Song” earning Diamond certification at 10x Platinum. With these achievements, Bruno Mars now ties The Weeknd and Rihanna for the third-most Diamond-certified singles in RIAA history, solidifying his status as one of the most consistently streamed and commercially successful artists of the modern era.
