Jeff Buckley Scores Hot 100 Hit with ‘Lover, You Should’ve Come Over’
Jeff Buckley’s haunting ballad “Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” has made waves, achieving a spot on the Billboard Hot 100 nearly 30 years after his untimely passing. This track, the seventh song from his acclaimed debut album, *Grace*, originally released in 1994, has recently captured the attention of new listeners.
Billboard Hot 100 Milestone
On January 31, the song secured the 97th position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This milestone was fueled by an impressive 3.8 million streams from January 16 to January 22. Luminate provided the data highlighting that the song’s resurgence was largely attributed to platforms like TikTok, where fans shared snippets for their videos.
Chart Performance
“Lover, You Should’ve Come Over” first entered the Hot Rock and Alternative Songs chart at number 22 in April 2025. After temporarily dropping off, it returned in July, coinciding with the release of Amy Berg’s documentary titled *It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley*, which debuted in August of last year. The song has since climbed to number 12 on this chart.
Background of the Track
- Artist: Jeff Buckley
- Album: *Grace*
- Release Date: 1994
- First Chart Appearance: April 2025
- Streaming Count: 3.8 million (Jan. 16-22)
- Documentary: *It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley*
- Chart Position: Number 97 on Hot 100, Number 12 on Hot Rock and Alternative Songs
Written about Buckley’s relationship with Rebecca Moore, the song reflects his personal experiences. In a moving performance in Italy in July 1995, Buckley recounted the song’s origin, revealing that he wrote it while waiting for a phone call that never came. “But she never called,” he conveyed to the audience.
The Legacy of Jeff Buckley
Jeff Buckley passed away in 1997 at the age of 30, just as he was working on his second studio album. His music continues to resonate with new generations, highlighting the enduring impact of his artistry.
