Worldwide recorded music sales 1969-Present worldwide sourced from the IFPI's annual "Recording Industry in Numbers Report".
Other audio formats (MiniDisc, DVD-A, SACD, Other) included in totals from 1997 onwards. Music video figures (DVD, VHS, VCD) included in totals from 2001 onwards. $US ARP values are calculated based on 2004 average realised price by format
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