The Beatles - Hey Jude (Compilation) (1970)

The Beatles - Hey Jude (Compilation) (1970)

Guns N' Roses Top Albums Ranked by Sales

Guns N' Roses sold over 86,025,723 albums, including 46,187,000 in the United States and 5,045,000 in the United Kingdom. The best-selling album by Guns N' Roses is APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION, which sold over 30,000,000 copies.

Guns N’ Roses have sold over 86 million albums worldwide, with 46 million in the United States and 5 million in the United Kingdom. Their top-selling album is “Appetite for Destruction” (1987), with over 30 million copies sold.

Their best-selling albums include:

“Appetite for Destruction” (1987): 30 million

“Use Your Illusion II” (1991): 15 million

“Use Your Illusion I” (1991): 15 million

“Greatest Hits” (2004): 11.6 million

“G N’ R Lies” (1988): 5.9 million

“The Spaghetti Incident?” (1993): 5 million

“Chinese Democracy” (2008): 2.2 million

Other notable releases include the live albums “Live Era ‘87-’93” (1.2 million), “Live from the Jungle” (15,000), and the limited box set “Limited Edition Box Set I” (11,910).

Top Countries for Album Sales:

United States: 46 million

United Kingdom: 5 million

Canada: 4.2 million

Germany: 3.5 million

Australia: 2 million

Japan: 1.7 million

Argentina: 1 million

France, Brazil, Italy, Sweden: around 1 million each

Certifications by Country:

In the United States, “Appetite for Destruction” achieved 18x Platinum status, with 18.4 million sales, followed by “Use Your Illusion I” and “II” (7 million each) and “Greatest Hits” (6 million).

In Canada, “Appetite for Destruction” reached Diamond certification (1.4 million), and “Use Your Illusion I” also went Diamond (1 million).

In the UK, “Appetite for Destruction” sold nearly 2 million (4x Platinum), while “Greatest Hits” sold 2.1 million (7x Platinum).

In Australia, “Greatest Hits” reached 9x Platinum, while “Appetite for Destruction” was 7x Platinum.

Overall, “Appetite for Destruction” remains their biggest success globally, often certified multi-Platinum in major markets. “Use Your Illusion I & II” are also highly successful, while “Greatest Hits” achieved significant multi-Platinum sales in several countries.

Deep Purple Top Albums Ranked by Sales

According to Deep Purple official site, Universal Music Germany, Deep Purple sold over 100,000,000 albums worldwide, including 8,328,000 in the United States and 1,000,000 in the United Kingdom. The best-selling album by Deep Purple is MACHINE HEAD (1972), which sold over 2,821,000 copies.

Deep Purple: A Legendary Legacy in Music Sales

Deep Purple, one of the most iconic rock bands of all time, has achieved remarkable global success with over 100 million albums sold worldwide. Their top-selling record, MACHINE HEAD (1972), has reached 2.8 million copies, making it a cornerstone of their legendary status.

The band's popularity spans decades, with notable albums like MADE IN JAPAN (1972) selling 2 million copies and PERFECT STRANGERS (1984) achieving 1.5 million in sales. Other standout releases include DEEP PURPLE IN ROCK (1970) and BURN (1974), both of which continue to resonate with rock fans globally.

Impressive Sales Across Countries

Deep Purple's influence extends worldwide, with significant sales figures in the United States (8.3 million), the United Kingdom (1 million), and countries like Germany, France, Japan, and Canada. Their albums have earned Gold and Platinum certifications in many regions, solidifying their place in rock history.

The band’s timeless classics, including “Smoke on the Water” and “Highway Star,” are loved by fans across generations. Deep Purple's continued presence in the music scene, along with their loyal fanbase, showcases their lasting impact and relevance in rock music.