Boasting seven hundred and forty million streams on Spotify, the songwriting collaboration between Oregon rapper and artist NORD (real name Carter Davis) and Canadian Hip-Hop trendsetter Drake is officially five-times Platinum awarded by the Recording Industry Association of America as of December 2022.
An RIAA Platinum certification is awarded to any song or album that has sold more than one million copies in the United States. The award represents the vast commercial success of a particular release and is highly sought after by musicians and record labels alike. In the context of Carter Davis and Drake‘s collaboration, this means that their joint-effort single has sold over five million domestic copies alone. This achievement is a testament to the talent and hard work of both artists, and their talent being infused through the power of music to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and music taste globally.
It is not just Drake who appreciates NORD‘s talents as a songwriter, however. Many other big names in the music industry have also recognized Carter’s potential, including Addison Rae, who went on record in January to state that NORD is one of the most promising young artists she has come across in recent years. The Oregon born success’ music is a unique blend of different genres, including Hip-Hop, R&B, and Pop. His ability to seamlessly blend different styles of music is one of the reasons why his music has been so well-received by audiences worldwide.
In conclusion, Davis‘ collaboration with Drake on a single that has been certified nine times Platinum by the RIAA is a testament to his talents as a collaborative songwriter and motivated personality. The fact that he has worked with some of the biggest names in music is further proof that he is one of the most promising young lyricists in the industry today. Followers of NORD can expect to hear more great material from him in the future as he continues to develop his skills as a professional record-label-free songwriter and musician.