Has anyone sold 100 million albums?

Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney and Phil Collins are the only musicians to have sold over 100 million albums as a solo artist and member of a group. I remember Phil Collins.

Which of his albums sold over 100 million copies worldwide?

In Michael Jackson's New York Times obituary, the singer is credited with selling a hundred million copies of his most popular album, “Thriller”—and with selling an “estimated” seven hundred and fifty million records worldwide over his career.

Who is the biggest album seller of all time?

Michael Jackson's Thriller, estimated to have sold 70 million copies worldwide, is the best-selling album ever. Jackson also currently has the highest number of albums on the list with five, Celine Dion has four, while the Beatles, Pink Floyd, Madonna and Whitney Houston each have three.

Who sold 80 million albums?

Andrea Bocelli listens intently to a question which mentions that he is the best-selling classical solo artist in history. He has sold 80 million albums and counting, but music clearly matters more to him.

Who sold more than 90 million records worldwide?

The Carpenters have sold more than 90 million records worldwide.

Every Album That Sold 1 Million+ in 1 Week

Who has sold over 200 million records?

1 Mariah Carey Mariah Carey, born March 27, 1970, is an American singer, songwriter and actress.

Which artist has sold over 100 million albums?

Perhaps unsurprisingly, British rock band The Beatles are top of the list for best-selling artists worldwide, with 183 million units certified sales. Second is Garth Brooks with over 157 million units sales, followed by Elvis Presley with 139 million units.

Who sold 300 million records?

Claimed Sales: 300 million

Madonna has spent decades pushing pop hits up the Billboard charts, each one further fueling her rise up this list.

Who sold over 150 million albums?

Elton John – over 159 million certified units

Elton John's legacy goes way beyond the realms of popular music. His impact on British culture will still be felt long after he stops recording and touring, and he became a figurehead for the gay rights movement as one of the first megastars to come out as openly gay.

Who has the most #1 albums of all time?

As a musician, Paul McCartney has the most No. 1 albums, with 27. This includes 19 albums from his work with The Beatles, three solo albums and five albums as a part of his 1970s group Wings.

Who is the highest selling solo artist?

Elvis Presley, recognised as the best-selling solo music artist of all time by Guinness World Records, sold over 400.

What song has sold the most ever?

Guinness World Records also states that double A-side charity single "Candle in the Wind 1997"/"Something About the Way You Look Tonight" (1997) by Elton John (rewritten as a tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, rather than Marilyn Monroe in the original 1973 version), is "the biggest-selling single since UK and US ...

Who has sold a billion records?

Over the course of Elvis' life, he achieved some of the highest accolades in music and film. It is estimated that more than one billion Elvis records have been sold worldwide, more than anyone in record industry history.

Who has the most #1 hits?

The Beatles, unsurprisingly, lead the way with a record 20 No. 1s, all earned between 1964 and 1970. The Fab Four also scored 34 top 10s (second only to Madonna's 38), hitting No. 1 in over half their visits to the top 10.

What was the 1st album to sell 1 million copies?

The first CD to sell a million copies world-wide was Dire Straits' Brother in Arms in 1986. It subsequently topped a million sales in Europe alone, including over 250,000 in Britain.

Who sold music for $500 million?

In "The Godfather," Michael Corleone said it's not personal, it's strictly business. Yet, for fans of Bruce Springsteen, the recent selling of his master recordings and music publishing rights to Sony for $500 million, according to Billboard, does strike a personal note.

What band has made the most money?

The Rolling Stones are the highest-grossing live music act of all time, collecting over $2.5 billion according to Billboard Boxscore. The band is followed by U2, who also passed two-billion mark in concert revenue.

Who sold more than 100 million records and record the most songs?

1. The Beatles — 183 million units.

What is 10 million albums sold called?

RIAA Unveils Official Diamond Award

The Diamond Award is established to honor sales of 10 million copies or more of an album or song. View all Diamond Awards.

Who sold 600 million records?

With over 600 million records sold worldwide in their heyday, The Beatles are undeniably the biggest band in music history. From being awarded the most no.

What record sold 45 million copies?

“The Dark Side of the Moon” spent an astonishing 14 years on the “Billboard” album charts, and sold an estimated 45 million copies. It is a work of outstanding artistry, skill, and craftsmanship that is popular in its reach and experimental in its grasp.

How many albums sold $1 million first week?

Only 22 albums in history have sold 1 million copies in a single week — here they all are.

Who sold 75 million records?

Shakur has sold over 75 million records worldwide, with the bulk of that coming after his death; seven of his 11 platinum albums were released posthumously.