The 11 best and 11 worst songs that have been certified diamond

• There are over 150 songs that have been certified diamond by the RIAA.
• The list includes a vast range of quality, from “Bohemian Rhapsody” to “Baby Shark.”
• Below are our picks for best and worst (each batch listed in chronological order of certification).

Diamond is the highest award bestowed by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), reserved for songs that go 10x platinum in the US. By definition, in order to be eligible, a song must have tremendous commercial appeal — but not all hits are created equal.

The current list, which includes over 150 songs, features a vast range of quality. Business Insider’s senior music reporter selected the 11 best and 11 worst, with each batch listed below in chronological order of certification.