Pop Smoke Posthumously Earns First Platinum Record For "Dior"

Selling over 1 million units in the United States.

Music
216 2   Comments
Prefer Hypebeast on Google
Save

The late Pop Smoke has earned his first-ever platinum record, with “Dior” officially selling more than 1 million units in the United States.

The news comes less than two months after the track also posthumously gave him his first solo entry on the Billboard Hot 100, opening at No. 49 in late February with 5.2 million streams.

“Dior” first appeared on Smoke’s 2019 debut mixtape Meet the Woo as a promotional single, then again in his followup Meet the Woo 2 as the third single and a bonus track.

Despite his untimely passing, friends of the beloved drill rapper are doing their best to keep his legacy alive. Shortly after his death, Smoke’s manager Steven Victor revealed that he’s working on a documentary for the late artist, along with the setup of his foundation. 50 Cent also decided in March that he will be executive producing Smoke’s posthumous album, but release dates for all these projects are yet to be announced.

Elsewhere in music, Mobb Deep’s The Infamous… is set to receive a 25th-anniversary reissue.

Read Full Article
Text By
Share this article
Sophie Caraan
Sophie Caraan Managing Editor

Sophie Caraan is the Managing Editor at Hypebeast, where she sets the editorial direction, standards, and output strategy for the HQ team. With a decade of editorial experience, she brings both a storyteller's instinct and a strategist's eye — spotlighting the figures and movements that shape the culture across a multitude of lanes. Her tenure is marked by high-impact conversations with the likes of RZA, Mads Mikkelsen, CORTIS, Erling Haaland, Kasing Lung, NIGO, and more.

What to Read Next

Original 'Donkey Kong' Arcade Poster Sells for Record-Breaking $329,400 USD at Auction
Art

Original 'Donkey Kong' Arcade Poster Sells for Record-Breaking $329,400 USD at Auction

The historic 1981 Leslie Cabarga illustration featuring the first appearance of Mario was nearly thrown in the garbage.

YOKE Channels Jean Arp for FW26 at BELOWGROUND Pop-up
Fashion

YOKE Channels Jean Arp for FW26 at BELOWGROUND Pop-up

Hypebeast speaks with designer Norio Terada on his garments’ organic curves, wired tailoring, and handcrafted ceramics for YOKE’s debut international showcase.

Corteiz Announces Tokyo Pop-up for the Mystique Nike Shox R419 and Collaborative Apparel
Fashion

Corteiz Announces Tokyo Pop-up for the Mystique Nike Shox R419 and Collaborative Apparel

The two-day Harajuku activation brings the London imprint’s latest footwear and co-branded garments to Japan.


BLACKPINK LISA's Label LLOUD Arrives in Tokyo for an Exclusive Pop-Up
Fashion

BLACKPINK LISA's Label LLOUD Arrives in Tokyo for an Exclusive Pop-Up

The global superstar is bringing her brand to Japan, offering activewear and the highly anticipated IWANNABANGKOK collaboration at RESTIR.

Futura and Modernica Tease Home Furniture Collection
Design

Futura and Modernica Tease Home Furniture Collection

Featuring seating, storage, and home plant accessories.

Zacari Offloads New Singles "Edamame" & "This Woman's Work" Ft. Che Ecru
Music

Zacari Offloads New Singles "Edamame" & "This Woman's Work" Ft. Che Ecru

As part of TDE Fan Appreciation Week.

Anime Delays and Suspensions: 'One Piece,' 'Digimon Adventure,' 'Boruto' & More
Entertainment

Anime Delays and Suspensions: 'One Piece,' 'Digimon Adventure,' 'Boruto' & More

Amid Japan declaring a state of emergency due to the coronavirus.

Dior's 25mm Buckle Belt Defines Luxury Technical Fashion
Fashion

Dior's 25mm Buckle Belt Defines Luxury Technical Fashion

Coming in sleek tonal black.

Best Look yet at the Stüssy x Nike Air Zoom Spiridon KK
Footwear

Best Look yet at the Stüssy x Nike Air Zoom Spiridon KK

Reportedly releasing this Spring.

Domino's Pizza Japan Launches a Boba Topped Tapioca Pizza
Food & Beverage

Domino's Pizza Japan Launches a Boba Topped Tapioca Pizza

“Baked to a juicy chewiness.”


A$AP Nast Drops D33J-Featuring Single "Designer Boi"
Music

A$AP Nast Drops D33J-Featuring Single "Designer Boi"

Following up their 2018 collaboration, “DOGTALK.”

One-of-a-Kind 1964 Pontiac Banshee on Sale for $750,000 USD
Automotive

One-of-a-Kind 1964 Pontiac Banshee on Sale for $750,000 USD

With only 1,500 miles on the dash.

Smino Shares Surprise Mixtape, 'She Already Decided'
Music

Smino Shares Surprise Mixtape, 'She Already Decided'

16 new tracks from the St. Louis artist.

ESPN's 'The Last Dance' Averaged 6.1 Million Viewers During Premiere
Entertainment

ESPN's 'The Last Dance' Averaged 6.1 Million Viewers During Premiere

Officially making it the network’s most-watched documentary.

Mobb Deep's 'The Infamous...' Receives 25th Anniversary Reissue
Music

Mobb Deep's 'The Infamous...' Receives 25th Anniversary Reissue

Featuring bonus tracks that will hit streaming services for the first time ever.

The Air Jordan 5 SE "Oregon" Is Rumored to Release This Year
Footwear

The Air Jordan 5 SE "Oregon" Is Rumored to Release This Year

Inspired by 2014’s player-exclusive.

More ▾