This song is
extremely popular on Spotify.
93
This song was released in 1998, which is 27 year(s)
ago.
Check here for more songs from
the same decade 1990 - 1999
The song
lasts 290 seconds, which
is 04:50 minutes.
This is rather long.
The tempo of
Iris is
155.9 bpm
(beats-per-minute).
This could be considered very fast, like jungle.
The time signature of this
song is
3/4 (the waltz feel)
.
Each measure of 3 beats is approx
1.2 secs long.
We estimate
this song to be
251 measures
long
and this makes for
± 63
phrases of 4 measures.
This is rather a lot of bars. It's possible that the actual tempo is half of what
Spotify
thinks, so 78 bpm.
This song was performed in
the
key of
B Minor.
The mood of the song could be described
as neutral mood,
not really danceable,
high energy.
The feel of the recording is
one or more singers,
purely studio recording.
This song is
mostly music/singing,
clearly electric or electronic.
"Iris" by The Goo Goo Dolls is structured primarily in verse-chorus form, with a bridge section. The song sits comfortably in a moderate tempo, around 100-110 BPM. Its key is A major, providing a relatively bright and hopeful tonality, though the lyrical content often contrasts this. The energy level is generally low to mid-range, building slightly during the chorus and bridge but never reaching frenetic intensity. The melody is primarily stepwise and diatonic, relying on simple intervals, creating a sense of accessibility and emotional intimacy. The harmony is predominantly major, utilizing simple chord progressions that support the lyrical sentiment. Rhythmically, the song features a relatively straightforward 4/4 time signature with a prominent, driving drumbeat and a steady bassline providing a solid foundation.
Lyrically, "Iris" is a love song expressing deep devotion and unwavering commitment to a partner. The singer's words are imbued with a sense of longing, vulnerability, and unwavering faith in the relationship. Themes of perseverance, enduring love, and facing life's challenges together are prominent. The mood fluctuates between tenderness and melancholy, mirroring the complexities of a deep relationship. The overarching sentiment, despite moments of sadness, is one of ultimately hopeful and resilient love.
The musical genre of "Iris" blends several styles. Primarily, it's classified as alternative rock, but it also incorporates elements of power pop, adult contemporary, and even hints of soft rock. The combination of driving rock instrumentation with a melodically accessible chorus places it squarely in the realm of mainstream alternative.
The Goo Goo Dolls formed in Buffalo, New York, in 1985. Initially known for their raw, energetic punk and power pop sound, the band gradually evolved their style over the years, incorporating more melodic and emotionally driven elements into their work. Their early influences ranged from punk and new wave acts to more pop-oriented artists. Their later work, which includes "Iris," showcased a mature sound blending rock sensibilities with greater emphasis on melody and lyrical depth, placing them firmly in the alternative rock genre, though their evolution has seen them cross over into the mainstream.
Similar artists to The Goo Goo Dolls, who share their blend of alternative rock with melodic sensibilities and emotionally resonant lyrics, include: Matchbox Twenty, Collective Soul, Live, Counting Crows, and Semisonic. All these artists found success in the 1990s alternative rock scene and share a similar style of catchy, relatable songwriting within a rock framework.
