MGK and Julia Wolf cover Goo Goo Dolls’ “Iris,” using live instruments and a raw emotional tone to honor the classic.
MGK, the multi-platinum artist known for pushing genre boundaries, has teamed up with Julia Wolf to release a reimagined version of the Goo Goo Dolls’ beloved 1998 song “Iris.” The new take is grounded in live instrumentation, allowing both artists’ emotional delivery to shine through a modern yet respectful lens.
Infused with MGK’s raw sincerity and Julia Wolf’s moody vocal performance, the cover is an intimate reinterpretation of a song that defined a generation. It keeps the emotional essence of the original while opening it up to a new audience through updated production and heartfelt vocal interplay.
“Iris” remains one of alternative rock’s most enduring songs, and this new version underscores why. The pair’s emotional commitment and stripped-down style allow the lyrics to feel even more immediate and resonant.
For MGK, this cover is a continuation of his exploration of personal themes and sonic vulnerability. Julia Wolf brings her rising star power and lyrical sensitivity to the forefront, resulting in a collaboration that is deeply felt and beautifully executed.
Their rendition is less about reinventing the wheel and more about revisiting it with respect and new perspective. MGK and Julia Wolf deliver a version of “Iris” that speaks to both memory and momentum.
