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Eagles' Greatest Hits: 50 Years of Unlikely Superstardom
5 Mar
Summary
- The Eagles' Greatest Hits album celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
- It has sold over 40 million copies, earning a quadruple diamond certification.
- This compilation surpassed iconic albums by The Beatles and Pink Floyd in sales.
Fifty years ago, the Eagles released a compilation album that would defy expectations and redefine commercial success. "Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975)" has achieved unprecedented popularity, selling over 40 million copies in the US alone. This monumental achievement earned it a quadruple diamond certification from the Recording Industry Association of America.
While not always lauded by critics or appearing on "best album of all time" lists, this collection has vastly outsold landmark albums such as Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon" and The Beatles' "Abbey Road." Its enduring appeal has made it the best-selling album in US history and one of the top five globally.
