The Cranberries "Linger"

"Linger" is one of the most famous songs by the Irish band, The Cranberries. It was released in 1993 as the second single from their debut album, Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?

Some interesting facts about the song:

Dolores O'Riordan's distinctive vocals are very prominent in this song, with a melancholic feel and emotional lyrics about heartbreak and betrayal.

The song is influenced by Dolores' personal experience when she was betrayed by someone she loved.

The string section in this song adds a dramatic and soft feel that is characteristic of "Linger".

This was the first song by The Cranberries to enter the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.

The iconic lyrics:

"Were you lying all the time?
Was it just a game to you?"

If you like this song, you might also like other songs by The Cranberries such as "Dreams" and "Zombie". Want me to show you the full lyrics or the story behind the writing process?