In a moment that will go down in the annals of African music history, Diamond Platnumz has officially joined the global elite, receiving YouTube’s coveted Diamond Play Button for surpassing 10 million subscribers on his channel.
The prestigious award—symbolizing years of hard work, resilience, and unrelenting creativity—was handed to the Wasafi Records founder in New York City, where he stood with pride, emotion heavy in his voice.
“Honestly, I want to dedicate this to all my fans, my team, my family—everybody in the industry. And most importantly, I want to appreciate YouTube for changing my life,” he said, visibly moved.
This achievement places Diamond Platnumz among the top digital entertainers in Africa, joining a rare club that includes Mohamed Ramadan, Saad Lamjarred, and Soolking—a moment not just for him, but for East African music as a whole.
Over the past 13 years, Diamond has risen from humble beginnings to become a global force, fusing Bongo Flava with international flair, and amassing billions of views in the process.
The Diamond Play Button is not just a trophy—it’s a testament to his unstoppable drive, fearless innovation and creativity, international appeal and unbreakable bond with his fans across continents.
For context, YouTube awards:
- The Silver Play Button for 100,000 subscribers
- The Gold Play Button for 1 million
- The Diamond Play Button for 10 million
- And beyond that, Custom and Red Diamond for even higher feats
Fans erupted online, celebrating this win as a victory for East Africa, flooding timelines with the Tanzanian flag and Simba’s most iconic hits.
And just as the confetti settled, Diamond made even more waves by reportedly spending $250,000 to secure a performance slot at Hot 97’s Summer Jam in Newark, New Jersey—a legendary hip-hop stage that has hosted the genre’s biggest names.
Sharing the spotlight with the likes of A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Gunna, GloRilla, and Asake, Diamond’s inclusion solidified his place in the global music conversation.
A standout moment of the night included Ja Rule’s moving tribute to Irv Gotti, blending nostalgia with fresh energy.
Diamond Platnumz’s Diamond Play Button isn’t just a plaque—it’s a symbol: of how far African music has come, and how far it’s going.
