Iris
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Iris is a song by the Goo Goo Dolls originally written for the soundtrack of 1998 film City of Angels. It was later included in the album Dizzy Up the Girl.
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About
The instrumentals in the song are heavily driven by guitar riffs and violins, with a steady drumbeat beneath. The lyrics tell the story of a person's desire to be known by the object of his love but seeks to avoid the notice of the world because of possible repercussions. This ties in directly to the movie, in which an angel falls in love with a mortal woman, and can only stay with her by becoming mortal.
Awards & Certifications
"Iris" was nominated for a 1999 Grammy for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal.
Charts
| Chart | Rank |
|---|---|
| US Modern Rock | 1 |
| Billboard Hot 100 | 9 |
Music video
In the music video, the band is shown high up in skyscrapers, watching the lives of people through telescopes. Interspersed throughout the video are clips from the film where an angel is falling in love and deciding whether or not to give up being an angel.
Other Songs
The Goo Goo Dolls first commercial hit was in 1995, when their single Name from the album A Boy Named Goo was released.
Trivia
Iris was in the Irish top 30 for many months and it's the 30th biggest selling single in Ireland.
