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This RIAA Certified Sales Award was presented to k.d. lang in recognition of Drag surpassing 500,000 copies in sales across compact disc and cassette formats. Released in 1997, Drag features a collection of classic covers, all centered around themes of smoking, including interpretations of "Smoke Rings" and "My Old Addiction." The album stands as a unique artistic statement in lang’s discography, blending jazz, pop, and torch song influences.
This award is encased in an ornate gold frame, featuring album imagery, an RIAA plaque, and a commemorative sales plate.
Signed by k.d. lang on the back, this item features a gold OVD, as a TRuEST™ authenticator was on-site to witness the signing and verify k.d. lang’s direct participation.
Dimensions: 16" x 16" x 1.5" All dimensions are approximate.
Disclaimer: Condition may vary slightly from photos, with unique wear that highlights the award’s authenticity as a vintage collectible.
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