The first song to ever be certified platinum was…

This iconic 70s hit was the biggest hit for this R&B and soul singer.

It was number one on the Billboard charts for four weeks in 1976 and became the first ever single to be certified platinum by the RIAA.

The song actually featured some hidden musical talent as bassist Bootsy Collins, keyboardist Bernie Worrell, guitarist Glenn Goins, and Dawn’s Telma Hopkins all featured on the record.

Do you know which hit song we’re talking about?

Listen to “Disco Lady” by Johnnie Taylor below! 

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