The world of music has seen some incredible talent over the years, and one of the most legendary performers of all time is Elvis Presley. With his unique style and undeniable charisma, Elvis was a true pioneer in the music industry. He is also the artist with the most platinum records in the world.

Since the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) introduced its awards on 14 March 1958, Elvis Presley holds the record for the most platinum certificates for both albums and singles with 82. This is an impressive feat considering the competition he faced from other artists over the years.

Elvis was a true innovator in the music industry. He was one of the first artists to combine different genres of music, such as country, blues, and gospel, to create a unique sound. His music was also incredibly popular with fans, and he was able to sell millions of records around the world. This success was reflected in the number of platinum records he was able to accumulate.

Elvis’ most successful album was his first, “Elvis Presley”, which was released in 1956. It was an instant hit and went on to become one of the best-selling albums of all time. It was also the first album to be certified platinum by the RIAA, and it set the tone for the rest of Elvis’ career.

The King of Rock and Roll also had a number of successful singles throughout his career. His most successful single was “Hound Dog”, which was released in 1956 and went on to become one of the best-selling singles of all time. It was also certified platinum by the RIAA, and it helped Elvis cement his place as one of the most successful artists of all time.

Elvis’ success was not limited to the music industry. He was also an actor, appearing in a number of films throughout his career. His most successful film was “Viva Las Vegas”, which was released in 1964 and went on to become one of the highest-grossing films of all time. It was also certified platinum by the RIAA, adding to Elvis’ impressive list of platinum records.

Elvis Presley’s success in the music industry is undeniable. He was able to sell millions of records around the world and was able to accumulate an impressive 82 platinum records. His music was incredibly popular with fans, and he was able to create a unique sound that has stood the test of time. Elvis Presley will always be remembered as one of the most influential and successful artists of all time.