The iconic track “It Wasn’t Me” by Shaggy featuring Rik Rok continues to make waves more than two decades after its release. On Friday, June 14, Germany’s Bundesverband MusikIndustrie (BVMI) announced that the track had achieved platinum status, selling over 600,000 units. This milestone adds to the song’s impressive legacy, coming less than a month after it surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, placing Shaggy and Rik Rok among an elite group of artists whose tracks have reached this significant benchmark on the world’s leading music streaming platform.
“It Wasn’t Me” was originally part of Shaggy’s 2000 album Hot Shot and was never intended to be released as a single. Despite initial scepticism from Shaggy’s manager and label executives, the song’s infectious rhythm and catchy lyrics resonated with audiences worldwide. Released on November 7, 2000, it quickly climbed the charts, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping numerous international charts. The song’s unexpected success turned Shaggy into a global dancehall sensation and solidified Rik Rok’s place in music history.
This platinum certification in Germany highlights the track’s enduring appeal. Shaggy joins fellow Jamaican artist Sean Paul in the exclusive club of artists with songs exceeding one billion streams on Spotify. Sean Paul’s 2016 hit “No Lie,” featuring Dua Lipa, achieved this milestone last year. Shaggy’s current monthly listenership on Spotify exceeds 17 million, a testament to his lasting popularity and the timeless quality of his music.
