Legendary Goo Goo Dolls' Song 'IRIS’ from 1998 Now Achieves Diamond Certification

Kapanlagi.com - It has been 26 years since Goo Goo Dolls released their iconic song, Iris, yet this song continues to achieve remarkable milestones.

On Wednesday (20/11), it was announced that the song has now officially received Diamond certification from the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America). Not only that, Iris has also surpassed over two billion streams on Spotify, proving its timeless popularity.

1. Legendary Songs Inspired by Movies

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Originally, Iris was written specifically for the soundtrack of the film City of Angels released in 1998, before it was eventually included in the sixth album of the Goo Goo Dolls, Dizzy Up the Girl. After being released as a single, the song set a record by staying at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 Airplay chart for 18 weeks—a feat that solidified its status as a timeless classic.

Since then, Iris has continued to inspire and be reinterpreted by numerous famous stars such as Taylor Swift, Demi Lovato, Phoebe Bridgers, and Maggie Rogers. The song proves that its beauty remains relevant and loved across generations.

2. Goo Goo Dolls Ready to Rock Summer 2025

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2025 will be an exciting moment for the Goo Goo Dolls! This legendary band has just announced their summer tour schedule with Dashboard Confessional. The Summer Anthem Tour will kick off on July 13 in Phoenix, Arizona, and will travel through major cities such as Nashville, Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

The tour will also stop in other cities, including Indianapolis, Kansas City, Seattle, Oklahoma City, and many more, before concluding in Camdenton, Missouri, on September 12. Fans can prepare to witness the energetic performances of the Goo Goo Dolls that always captivate the heart!

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