Tyler, The Creator Named Top Artist-Songwriter of Q3 2023 with 17 RIAA Certifications

Tyler, The Creator Named Top Artist-Songwriter of Q3 2023 with 17 RIAA Certifications

By Marcus Bennett

December 13, 2024 at 08:15 AM

Tyler, The Creator has emerged as one of 2023's most successful songwriters, securing 17 certifications in Q3 according to the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) Gold & Platinum Program.

His notable achievements include:

  • "EARFQUAKE" (5X Platinum)
  • "See You Again" (4X Platinum)
  • "NEW MAGIC WAND" (Double Platinum)

Tyler, the Creator smiling

Tyler, the Creator smiling

Jon Brion topped the non-performing songwriter category with nine certifications, primarily for his work with Mac Miller. His Platinum-certified songs include:

  • "Small Worlds"
  • "Ladders"
  • "Hurt Feelings"
  • "Come Back to Earth"

NMPA President & CEO David Israelite noted hip-hop's dominance in Q3, praising Tyler's innovative style and Brion's enduring impact through his collaborations with Mac Miller.

Beyond his musical success, Tyler, The Creator expanded his fashion brand Golf Wang with 12 holiday pop-up shops worldwide, complementing permanent locations in:

  • New York City
  • Los Angeles
  • London

The pop-up stores feature the FW23 collection, including:

  • Apparel and accessories
  • Graffiti airbrushed art pieces
  • Essentials Collection items
  • Tyler's vinyl music catalog

Locations span North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with shops in major cities including Austin, Atlanta, Amsterdam, Berlin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, with a Seoul location pending announcement.

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