Congratulations are in order for Lil’ Kim. 

Currently riding high from the announcement that the Empire State Building will be lit up in honor of the 30th anniversary of her classic album, ‘Hard Core,’ the femcee and her fans have received even more good news.

‘Crush on You,’ which is housed on the LP, has been bestowed with a prestigious commercial honor.

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Moments ago, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announced that the infectious cut has been certified Platinum.

The feat recognizes US sales of 1 million equivalent units.

Released in 1996 as part of ‘Hard Core,’ the song received the single treatment in 1997 with Lil’ Cease featured, as well as an uncredited contribution from the late The Notorious B.I.G.

‘Crush on You’ peaked at #4 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Chart.

No doubt a testament to her enduring impact, the achievement is one that adds to the glittering legacy of the female Rap pioneer.

It also functions as a potent reminder that the Queen Bee is the continued blueprint for many who came after.

Check out the video for ‘Crush on You’ below…

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[Photo Credit: Atlantic Records]

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