"fallen" is the band's most successful album. it sold more than 8 million copies in the united states. it sold more than 17 million copies worldwide. it debuted at number seven on the "billboard" 200 with 141,000 copies sold in its first week, peaking at number three in june 2003. the album was at the top of the charts in more than ten countries. it has been certified seven-times platinum by the recording industry association of america (riaa).