2 Chainz Goes Gold for Island Def Jam

CHAINZ GANG: Def Jam/IDJ rapper 2 Chainz’ major label debut, Based on a T.R.U. Story album is officially certified gold for sales of more than a half million. The disc sported three consecutive Top 10 Urban singles, including “I’m Different” and “No Lie” f/Drake, which hit #1 Urban and #2 at Rhythmic. Congrats to the label’s Steve Bartels, Joie Manda, Rodney Shealey and Rick Sackheim for moving the needle. (12/18p)