Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Drum Major's 'Iris' Performance Sparks Goo Goo Dolls Resurgence

3/19/2026

48 4

Summary

Story summary

A drum major from the University of Pittsburgh's band sang "Iris" during a college basketball game.
The Goo Goo Dolls' 1998 ballad has drawn renewed popularity, especially among Gen-Z, via social media trends.
The track was among the United States' most streamed songs last year, helped by Deadpool & Wolverine and Shrinking.
John Rzeznik, the Goo Goo Dolls' lead singer, called the resurgence the band's peak popularity.

1 of 1

Story summary

A drum major from the University of Pittsburgh's band sang "Iris" during a college basketball game.
The Goo Goo Dolls' 1998 ballad has drawn renewed popularity, especially among Gen-Z, via social media trends.
The track was among the United States' most streamed songs last year, helped by Deadpool & Wolverine and Shrinking.
John Rzeznik, the Goo Goo Dolls' lead singer, called the resurgence the band's peak popularity.