While the 2015 movie version is the official "Chipmunk" cover, the song saw a massive resurgence in recent years due to a viral .
The Chipmunks' version of is a high-energy cover prominently featured in the 2015 film Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip . This rendition brings the classic New Orleans anthem into the modern pop era with the signature high-pitched harmonies of Alvin, Simon, and Theodore. Movie Appearance and Soundtrack
The most well-known version was released by The Dixie Cups in 1965. Alvin and the Chipmunks - Iko Iko
The song's lyrics describe a confrontation between two tribes of Mardi Gras Indians, using traditional chants like "Jock-A-Mo" and "Iko Iko". Modern Adaptations
"Iko Iko" has a long history rooted in culture. While the 2015 movie version is the official
Watch the Chipmunks perform their lively street rendition in New Orleans from the 2015 film:
The track was released on December 11, 2015 , as part of the Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). Movie Appearance and Soundtrack The most well-known version
It was originally written and recorded in 1953 by James "Sugar Boy" Crawford under the title "Jock-A-Mo" .
