Originally released in 1993, The Cranberries’ “Linger” continues to resonate over three decades later. Lead singer Dolores O’Riordan auditioned for the band and wrote the lyrics to “Linger” after hearing an instrumental that the other members had already formulated. She came back a week later with a hooky melody and longing lyrics telling the story of a short-lived romance shared with a 17-year-old soldier. “I remember when MTV first put ‘Linger’ in heavy rotation, every time I walked into a diner or a hotel lobby, it was like, ‘Jesus, man, here I am again’. It was trippy, like Jacob’s Ladder. I didn’t even have to take drugs,” O’Riordan expressed regarding the song’s popularity and a level of fame that the band hadn’t anticipated. “Linger” has since gained lasting momentum and connected with new fans, decade after decade. Whether it’s through syncs in TV or film, covers, playlists, or sound bites on TikTok, it’s safe to say that this iconic song transcends generations. In 2018, Dolore...