Vybz Kartel Secures First Canadian Certification With Double Platinum “Fever”

The Dancehall superstar earns his first Canadian certification as his 2016 crossover hit surpasses 160,000 units in sales and streaming equivalents

Vybz Kartel during his sold-out concert at ScotiaBank Arena in Torono last year (Photo: Jessica Bui)

Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has earned his first Double Platinum certification in Canada with his 2016 hit single “Fever,” marking another major international milestone for the Jamaican icon.

According to Music Canada, the track has surpassed 160,000 units in combined physical sales, and streaming-equivalent units as of November 5, 2026, earning Kartel his first certification in the country.

The milestone comes just four months after “Fever” earned Kartel his first Gold certification in the United Kingdom on July 3, having surpassed 400,000 units, according to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). “Fever” was also certified Gold in the United States by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in February 2020.

The deejay previously earned a Silver certification in the UK for “Fever” in February 2023, followed by another Silver certification for “Summertime” in June 2025.

Released in June 2016 as part of Kartel’s King of the Dancehall album, “Fever” has become one of his most internationally recognized singles, evolving into a crossover hit and global Dancehall anthem.

With more than 100 million views on YouTube to date, the track remains one of Kartel’s signature records, further highlighting his enduring popularity and influence across international markets.