Ep.36 - Question. How Many Faking They Streams?

Certifications are confusing. Simple as that. A lot of us claim to know a lot about it but in reality, past platinum plaques, we know nothing.Charlie has been long done with the certifications ever since Nicki Minaj broke a record held by Aretha Franklin. Ben, as the numbers guy, stands on the other side of the fence but the two come together in acknowledging that these numbers, especially in the mainstream, are fugazi. We simply accept it as a mode of conversation and that's it.As you can imagine, this is one of those "Charlie hates, Ben explains" episodes. but there's the customary shade & knowledge drops aplenty.TIMESTAMPS:Weekly Music Roundup - (1:39)Topic Intro - (18:22)The catalyst for this topic - (20:57)Ben drops knowledge - (28:11)Can this all be simplified? - (36:48)It's all content fodder - (45:11)Lighter Note - (55:25)Thanks for listening. Below are the Social accounts for all parties involved. Be sure to let us know that you're supporting us!Music - "Pizza And Video Games" by Bonus Points (Thanks to Chillhop Records for the right to use)HHBTN (Twitter & IG) - @HipHopNumbers5E (Twitter & IG) - @5thElement_UK5E Community DiscordChillHop (Twitter) - @ChillhopdotcomBonus Points (Twitter) - @BonusPoints92Other Podcasts Under The 5EPN:"What's Good?" W/ Charlie TaylorIn Search of SauceBlack Women Watch...5EPN RadioThe Beauty Of Independence