Late music icon Jeff Buckley is making headlines again as one of his songs has entered the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 charts nearly three decades after his passing — a remarkable resurgence for the artist who died young in 1997.
Buckley’s 1994 track “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” debuted on the charts decades after its original release, largely due to a viral trend on TikTok where users have increasingly shared clips featuring the song. This unexpected revival has introduced Buckley’s music to a whole new generation of listeners, highlighting his enduring emotional appeal.
The renewed interest in his work coincides with the wider cultural attention around Buckley, including a recently released documentary titled It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley. Fans and critics alike credit this film and social media virality for spotlighting his only studio album Grace, which continues to influence artists and listeners worldwide.
Though Buckley tragically died at age 30, his legacy lives on as streaming numbers climb and young fans discover his music — proving that great art can find fresh life years after its creation.
