Pretty In Pink Original Soundtrack RIAA Gold Album Award

RIAA Gold album award for the original soundtrack album of the film Pretty In Pink. The album, which was released on Jan. 27, 1986, was certified Gold by the RIAA on Apr. 14, 1986 for 500,000 copies sold. With the title of the film inspired by the Psychedelic Furs track of the same name, this collection of New Wave tunes was destined to be an 80s classic. With tracks by others including The Smiths, INXS, New Order, Echo & the Bunnymen, Orchestral Maneuvers In The Dark, Suzanne Vega and others. Some tracks were recorded specifically for the film and became major hits, such as OMD's "If You Leave" which rose as high as #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in May 1986. Mouse Over to Zoom/Click to Enlarge Photos Item Highlights: RIAA "flower hologram" Gold award with LP and cassette In Excellent condition First presentation award from 1986 Presentation to music industry attorney All original components unaltered with original backing paper and manufacturer's label Award measures approx. 17" x