Leon Bridges Earns New RIAA Certification for “Bad Bad News”

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Leon Bridges has received a new certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for his 2018 single “Bad Bad News”.

“Bad Bad News” Achieves Gold Certification

The song, produced by Ricky Reed and Nate Mercereau, has been certified gold by the RIAA for selling over 500,000 equivalent units. This is the second title from Bridges’ sophomore album, Good Thing, to receive an RIAA award.

Album Performance

The album itself, Good Thing, which was nominated for Best R&B Album at the 61st Grammy Awards, was certified gold in November 2023. The album has also performed well on Spotify, with “Bad Bad News” being the second most-played song from the album, with over 100 million streams.

New Music and Upcoming Album

Bridges has recently released “Peaceful Place”, the first single from his fourth album, Leon, due for release on October 4 via Columbia Records. The song, produced by Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian, was released alongside a video directed by Joshua Moore.

In an interview, Bridges shared that Leon has been a long time coming, with some songs dating back to his 2021 album Gold-Diggers Sound. He explained that the new album draws heavily from his upbringing and Texan roots, saying, “In many ways, Leon has been in the works since my childhood. This record is about simpler days. It’s about time spent in my beloved Fort Worth and the experiences that made me the man I am today.”

Live Performance

Bridges will be headlining the Austin City Limits Music Festival at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, on October 4 and October 11. Tickets are available at aclfestival.com.

Conclusion

Leon Bridges’ “Bad Bad News” has achieved gold certification from the RIAA, a testament to the song’s enduring popularity. With his new single “Peaceful Place” and upcoming album Leon, Bridges is set to continue making waves in the music industry.

FAQs

Q: What is the RIAA certification for “Bad Bad News”?

A: The song has been certified gold by the RIAA for selling over 500,000 equivalent units.

Q: What is the title of Leon Bridges’ upcoming album?

A: The title of his upcoming album is Leon, due for release on October 4 via Columbia Records.

Q: When can I see Leon Bridges live?

A: Leon Bridges will be headlining the Austin City Limits Music Festival at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, on October 4 and October 11.