Chance the Rapper has achieved another important professional milestone.
This time, it’s owing to ‘I’m The One,’ a collaboration featuring DJ Khaled, Justin Bieber, Lil Wayne, and Quavo.
The song has achieved Diamond status, and the MC has made history.
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified the track, now selling 10 million equivalent units in the United States.
In doing so, Chance becomes the first independent solo performer to accomplish this achievement.
The star was officially presented with his Diamond plaque during his hometown performance at the 2025 NHL Winter Classic in Chicago.
During the seismic set, he rocked the stage with hits such as ‘I’m the One,’ ‘No Problem,’ ‘Cocoa Butter Kisses,’ and ‘All Night.’
Speaking on shining Diamond with the song (which has amassed 1.8 billion views on YouTube), Chance gushed:
“‘I’m the One’ has been such a special record for me since the day we created it. To see this track go Diamond is a testament to the connection it’s made with so many people. Shout out to Khaled, Quavo, Justin, and Wayne! Every time I perform this song, it brings an undeniable energy, and the fans’ love for it never wavers. Getting to play it live on New Year’s Eve in front of my hometown crowd, in the greatest city in the world—there’s truly nothing better and I’m beyond thankful!”
Chance’s latest win adds to a growing list of “firsts” he has achieved as an independent artist. Indeed, he was the first independent act to win multiple GRAMMY Awards, including three wins for his streaming-only mixtape ‘Coloring Book,’ and the first to host and perform on Saturday Night Live without a traditional record deal.
He also notably broke new ground when his critically acclaimed project ‘Acid Rap’ charted despite being a free release.
