Watch the Chipmunks perform their lively street rendition in New Orleans from the 2015 film:
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 Alvin and the Chipmunks - Iko Iko
The track was released on December 11, 2015 , as part of the Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). Watch the Chipmunks perform their lively street rendition
The song features the voices of the Chipmunks, with the film's regular voice cast, including Justin Long (Alvin), Matthew Gray Gubler (Simon), and Jesse McCartney (Theodore). A 2017 adaptation by Papua New Guinean artist
A 2017 adaptation by Papua New Guinean artist Justin Wellington (titled "Iko Iko (My Bestie)") became a global hit in 2021.
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
While the 2015 movie version is the official "Chipmunk" cover, the song saw a massive resurgence in recent years due to a viral .