Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" becomes the first rock song to reach Diamond status in the U.S.

Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" has been certified Diamond by the RIAA, reaching 10 million certified units sold. Released as the lead single from their album "Nevermind" in 1991, the song hit this milestone on December 6. "Nevermind" was certified Diamond in 1999 and is now 13-times Platinum. Additionally, "Something in the Way" has been certified Platinum, spurred by its inclusion in the 2022 film "The Batman."

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