It was also announced on French TV show where Lana debuted 1st Ride performance. The host congratulated her around 0:30 mark.
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New 'Born To Die certifications:
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France (SNEP) 3× Platinum +300,000
United Kingdom (BPI) 2× Platinum +600,000
Switzerland (IFPI) 2× Platinum +60,000
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Consistency: Flavor of the month?
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Despite having much less hype compared to her January debut, no singles, no songs on Billboard Top 100, no performances, Lana's EP 'Paradise' is predicted to sell 70-75k, even better than 'Born To Die's initial predictions (60-65k).
If only it was easy to bring together the quotes of everyone trashing her earlier this year. Hell even last week some were doubting she'd do well in US since "her hype is gone". They'll never learn.
In spite of all the hype and backlash, unlike some other internet stars, I think Lana's music was actually very good. Moody, expressive vocals, evocative arrangements, modern hip hop beats and production; she was never without the substance to back up her fame, and she greatly improved this past year with stronger material and a stronger stage presence.