Pride was a massive commercial success. It peaked at on the Billboard 200 and remained on the chart for a full year. The album eventually sold over two million copies in the United States alone, earning double platinum certification. This success propelled White Lion to headline tours and share stages with acts like Aerosmith, Kiss, and AC/DC.
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