Collective Soul released their sophomore self-titled album in 1995 following the success of their debut album Hints, Allegations and Things Left Unsaid. The single “Shine” from their debut was at the peak of its radio success, which provided a platform for their self-titled release to be one of their biggest. The album is now RIAA certified triple-platinum and their highest selling to date. The singles “December,” “The World I Know” and “Where the River Flows” each reached the #1 spot on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, while the first two singles became major crossover pop hits as well. The album would remain on the Billboard chart for a remarkable year and a half.