2025 has been an incredible year for Kendrick Lamar, continuing the momentum he built in 2024. After taking home five GRAMMYs for his iconic diss track “Not Like Us”, Lamar’s success doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. He has now achieved another major milestone in his career—becoming the second artist ever to have a double-diamond song.
His 2017 hit “HUMBLE.”, from his DAMN. album, has officially sold 20 million units, securing the prestigious double-diamond certification. This makes him only the second artist, after Post Malone and Swae Lee, to reach this incredible feat with their song “Sunflower.”
A Historic Achievement for Rap
What’s even more impressive is that “HUMBLE.” is the first pure rap song to achieve double-diamond status, surpassing other notable hits in hip-hop like “goosebumps,” “God’s Plan,” and “SICKO MODE.”
Despite some criticism from fans about the song’s more “pop rap” style, it’s an undeniable milestone for Lamar. The track’s success cements his place in hip-hop history as one of the genre’s most influential artists.
The Path Ahead for Kendrick Lamar
While Drake might still be gearing up to release his upcoming collaborative project $OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U with PARTYNEXTDOOR on Valentine’s Day, Kendrick Lamar has clearly continued to lead the pack in 2025. His historic achievements aren’t likely to stop anytime soon, and with his latest double-diamond certification, Lamar’s career continues to reach new heights.
What do you think of Kendrick’s latest milestone? Feel free to share any thoughts on his journey so far!
