Kenshi Yonezu's Song 'Peace Sign' Receives Gold Certification from RIAA

Kapanlagi.com - The song Peace Sign by Kenshi Yonezu has officially received Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America or RIAA. The certification was announced in May 2026 after the song successfully surpassed 500 thousand units in the United States. This achievement has immediately drawn attention among fans of Japanese music and anime.

This achievement is one of the proofs of Kenshi Yonezu's immense popularity in the international market, especially through songs connected with popular anime. 'Peace Sign' itself is widely recognized as one of the most iconic anime openings in recent years and is still frequently used in various videos and anime content.

This also marks the third RIAA certification for Kenshi Yonezu throughout his career. This success further solidifies his position as one of the most successful Japanese musicians in the global market today. So how did 'Peace Sign' make Kenshi Yonezu's name more globally recognized?

1. 'Peace Sign' Officially Achieves Gold Certification

'Peace Sign' successfully surpassed 500,000 units in the United States (credit: X / Anime Updates)

'Peace Sign' officially achieved Gold certification from the RIAA after surpassing 500,000 units in the United States. This award was announced directly through the official website of the Recording Industry Association of America in May 2026.

This achievement marks a significant success for Japanese songs in the international music market, particularly in America. The increasing popularity of anime songs in recent years has also helped this song reach a broader global audience.

Many fans believe this success demonstrates the growing influence of Japanese music in the global entertainment industry.

2. From MY HERO ACADEMIA to RIAA Records

Anime songs become the key to Kenshi Yonezu's global popularity (credit: X / Anime Updates)

Peace Sign was first released in June 2017 and was used as the opening song for the second season of MY HERO ACADEMIA. The song immediately attracted significant attention from both anime fans and Japanese music enthusiasts.

Interestingly, the illustration on the song's jacket artwork was also drawn by Kenshi Yonezu, inspired by the anime. This connection strengthened the bond between the song and MY HERO ACADEMIA in the eyes of fans.

Previously, Kenshi Yonezu also set a record with the song KICK BACK, which became the first Japanese language song to achieve both Gold and Platinum certifications from the RIAA.

3. Who is Kenshi Yonezu Really?

Kenshi Yonezu is widely known for his music and visual creativity (credit: Instagram / @hachi_08)

Kenshi Yonezu is known as one of the most influential Japanese musicians in recent years. Before gaining fame as a solo singer, he was first popular on the internet under the name 'Hachi' as an active Vocaloid producer releasing songs on the Nico Nico Douga platform.

His unique and emotional music style quickly attracted public attention, both in Japan and internationally. He is also known for being directly involved in the creative process, from songwriting to artwork illustration, which makes many fans feel that his works have a very distinctive identity.

In addition to Peace Sign and KICK BACK, Kenshi Yonezu is also famous for various anime and film theme songs that have achieved great success globally. His rising popularity has made his name regarded as one of the biggest faces of modern Japanese music in the international market.

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