Travis Scott and Kendrick Lamar’s 2016 collaboration “Goosebumps” has been certified 17x platinum by the RIAA on October 4, 2025, making it the highest-certified rap song in history with over 17 million units sold in the United States.
The track from Scott’s album “Birds In The Trap Sing McKnight” surpassed Drake’s “God’s Plan,” which previously held the record at 16x platinum. “Goosebumps” has steadily climbed the certification ladder since reaching Diamond status in August 2024 at 13 million units.
The highest certified rap song achievement represents a massive milestone for both artists. The collaboration showcased Travis Scott’s atmospheric production style paired with Kendrick Lamar’s lyrical prowess, creating a timeless track that continues resonating with listeners nearly nine years after its release.
“Goosebumps” remains widely beloved in hip-hop culture, maintaining streaming momentum that pushed it past Drake’s “God’s Plan” in the record books. The historic certification demonstrates the song’s enduring popularity and cements Travis Scott and Kendrick Lamar’s place in rap history with one of the genre’s most commercially successful collaborations ever recorded.
