U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Peak Position No. 25
Backstory: Iris was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania in 1943. Growing up, he fell in love with the music of Frank Sinatra, Buddy Holly, and Elvis, among many others as well. After graduating from high school in 1961, he formed a band called the Jaggerz in 1964, who had a No. 2 hit six years later in 1970 with, "The Rapper". After that, he joined Wild Cherry of, "Play That Funky Music" fame in 1978. Two years later in 1980, he finally embarked on his solo career with a backup band that he named the Cruisers. This following song from early 1982 was his biggest ever Top 40 hit (and sadly his final one as well.) Iris still performs to this day, usually in the Pennsylvania area.
The review: Oh crap, I absolutely just LOVE this banger of a tune! With the 50's and 60's doo wop inspired vocal work and guitar and keyboard melodies, this one is a winner in my book! I also love the saxophone solo and the bleeping and blooping sound effects near the middle and ending of this fine song. Overall, a very catchy and classy, epic tune. Truly badass. Shame that it stalled at just No. 25. If you like this one, check out other songs by Donnie as well, including, "Ah! Leah!" and, "Love is Like A Rock".
Final rating: 10/10
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