That article also explains why some of Pac's albums (well, All Eyez and Greatest Hits) have been stuck at 9-times platinum for years and years- the record company won't pay the $350 fee. I've noticed a lot of rap albums seem to get stuck on certain certifications, when you have to figure they've sold a lot more- the Chronic, E. 1999 Eternal, Makaveli, and Doggystyle come to mind. Those albums have been strong catalog sellers for years, but haven't been certified in a long time. Meanwhile, artists like Michael Jackson and the Beatles are constantly updating their certifications, even for very old releases. I'm not saying Dre or Snoop's stuff sells as much as those artists, but still.