Drake’s “One Dance” Achieves 8x Platinum Status in the UK

In a remarkable testament to its enduring popularity, Drake’s 2016 hit “One Dance,” featuring Wizkid and Kyla, has been certified 8x Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) on October 3, 2025.
This milestone represents over 4.8 million units sold or streamed in the UK alone.
Released as part of Drake’s Views album, the track masterfully blends Afrobeats and dancehall, marking Wizkid’s breakthrough on the global stage. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 10 weeks, becoming the first song with African influences to do so.Nine years later, “One Dance” continues to resonate, celebrated by platforms like ChartsAfrica on X.
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This certification underscores the timeless appeal of cross-cultural collaborations in music.