Carrie Underwood – The Highest RIAA Certified Female Country Artist
Carrie Underwood has just made history. The eight-time GRAMMY® Award winner and multi-Platinum superstar is now officially the highest RIAA-certified female country artist of all time, with more than 95 million units sold in the United States across albums and singles.
A Record-Breaking Milestone
Underwood’s new certification includes 22.5 million albums and 72.5 million singles, marking an extraordinary career that began two decades ago and continues to set new standards for country music.
“Accomplishments like this are more than I would have ever dared to dream of when I was starting out,” Underwood said. “I owe everything to the fans who have literally voted for me from the beginning and shown up for me for over 20 years.”
According to Mike Harris, President & CEO of MCA, the milestone cements Underwood’s place among the all-time greats. “This achievement solidifies Carrie Underwood’s legacy as a generational talent and a true titan of the music industry,” he said.
Celebrating at the Grand Ole Opry
The official recognition took place after Underwood’s performance at the Grand Ole Opry, where executives from MCA and the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) presented her with a commemorative plaque.
Top RIAA-certified Carrie Underwood titles include:
- Some Hearts – 9x Platinum
- Before He Cheats – 11x Platinum
- Blown Away – 5x Platinum
- Cowboy Casanova – 4x Platinum
- All-American Girl – 3x Platinum
- Church Bells – 3x Platinum
- “I’m Gonna Love You” (with Cody Johnson) – Platinum
Underwood’s original holiday single “Favorite Time of Year,” featured on her 2021 album My Gift (Special Edition), also recently earned a Gold certification.
A Legacy of Awards and #1 Hits
With over 100 major awards, including 8 GRAMMYs, 16 ACM Awards, 25 CMT Music Awards, 17 American Music Awards, and 7 CMAs, Underwood remains one of the most decorated artists in country music history.
She has achieved 29 #1 singles, 14 of which she co-wrote, and released eight Multi-Platinum or Platinum albums. Every one of her 10 albums—including Greatest Hits: Decade #1—has debuted in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart.
“Becoming the highest-certified female country artist is a testament to the connection Carrie shares with her fans and the enduring power of her songs,” said Harris.
Two Decades of Country Excellence
From “Jesus, Take the Wheel” to “Out of That Truck,” Carrie Underwood has redefined what it means to be a country superstar in the 21st century. Her career spans powerhouse vocals, relatable storytelling, and a loyal fan base that continues to grow with each era.
As Underwood celebrates this new milestone, she stands not just as a leading voice in country music, but as a global ambassador for the genre’s evolving sound and spirit.
“I feel truly blessed,” she said. “This is all because of the fans and the incredible journey we’ve shared.”