Home / Music / How successful was U2's The Joshua Tree?Music linernotes album music u2How successful was U2's The Joshua Tree?The Joshua Tree sold over 25 million copies, earned a diamond certification in the US, and won Album of the Year at the 1988 Grammys — the moment U2 went from big band to global institution. Search Amazon As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Related NotesExploreExploreExplorePrevious What inspired Greg Keelor's album Gone?Next How does Greg Keelor's solo album "Gone" compare to Blue Rodeo's quieter moments?