This past spring, the global phenomenon “Let It Go” from the Frozen Original Soundtrack achieved a monumental milestone: the RIAA® (Recording Industry Association of America) certified the song Diamond, signifying an astounding 10 million in sales. This remarkable achievement marks a historic first for Walt Disney Records. During the D23: The Official Disney Fan Event presented by Visa® in Anaheim, President of Disney Music Group, Ken Bunt, presented the prestigious Diamond plaques to the song’s talented writers, Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.
Anyone who has ever belted out the iconic tune can attest to the magic of Idina Menzel’s performance. The song, which won the Academy Award® for Best Original Song in 2014 and the GRAMMY Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media in 2015, continues to inspire audiences worldwide. The Frozen Original Soundtrack, featuring eight original songs from Anderson-Lopez and Lopez, paired with a breathtaking score by Christophe Beck, remains a beloved treasure in the Disney music catalog.
Reflecting on the song’s enduring impact in a 2023 interview with D23.com, Lopez shared a touching anecdote. “There’s a scene in the documentary series about Frozen 2, ‘Into the Unknown,’ where an animator reads a heartfelt letter from a young girl who found strength in ‘Let It Go’ during a period of depression. That moment struck a chord with me,” Lopez recollected. He elaborated, “At its best, music can save people’s lives. It can help people get through rough times. And God bless Disney for having the incredible reach it does, in helping people worldwide.”
Idina Menzel herself, who accepted the Diamond certification on American Idol in May, expressed gratitude for the song’s lasting influence. “Elsa connects with audiences on such a deep level, and she reminds us all to be our greatest selves. Performing the song consistently has been a powerful reminder for me to harness my own strength,” she remarked in a recent interview.
The Frozen franchise, a gift that keeps on giving, continues to grow. At the D23 event, exciting new ventures were unveiled: Disney on Broadway’s Frozen, filmed onstage, will premiere on Disney+ in 2025, with Samantha Barks as Elsa mesmerizing attendees with a live rendition of “Let It Go.” Additionally, Jennifer Lee of Walt Disney Animation Studios teased fans with concept art for Frozen 3, slated to hit theaters on November 24, 2027.
Beyond the silver screen, Frozen has made its enchanting presence felt in Disney theme parks worldwide. Hong Kong Disneyland recently celebrated the opening of the first Frozen-themed land, World of Frozen, with Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris set to debut its version in 2026. And for those wanting to bring a piece of Arendelle home, the Disney Store offers a vast array of Frozen merchandise, from costumes to toys.
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Source: The Walt Disney Company
