Perry's "Firework" earned her third RIAA Diamond Song Award, making her the first artist with three such awards.
In June 2017, Katy Perry's single "Firework" was certified Diamond by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), marking her third Diamond-certified song—following "Dark Horse" and "Roar"—and making her the first artist ever to achieve three RIAA Diamond Song Awards. The exact calendar day is not specified in available sources, but the month is documented.
The RIAA's Diamond certification, introduced in 1999, recognizes singles or albums that have sold or been streamed and downloaded the equivalent of 10 million units in the United States. Achieving this benchmark three times over was an extraordinary rarity, placing Perry in a category of commercial success achieved by very few artists across any genre.
"Firework," originally released in 2010 as part of the Teenage Dream album, had already become an anthem associated with empowerment and resilience, frequently used in public celebrations, sporting events, and personal milestones by fans worldwide. Its Diamond certification reflected years of sustained popularity well beyond its initial chart run.
This achievement further cemented Perry's legacy as one of the most commercially successful pop artists of the 21st century, distinguishing her catalog's staying power in an industry increasingly defined by streaming and digital consumption metrics.