Wonderama TV will present the national broadcast premiere of Iris Copperman’s powerful new music video “BULLY” starting on Saturday, March 14, 2026, bringing the rising young artist’s deeply personal story to television audiences across the country. “BULLY” will also be available to stream on WonderamaTV.com on Friday, March 13, 2026 @ 3PM EST.
At just 14 years old, Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Iris Copperman is already emerging as one of the most compelling young voices in music today. Her new single “BULLY” offers a poignant look at the emotional reality of middle school bullying, transforming personal pain into a message of resilience, empathy, and hope.
The song appears on Copperman’s upcoming EP Middle School Dropout, scheduled for release April 3 via Interscope Records. The project draws directly from Copperman’s own experiences navigating the casual cruelty of middle-school classmates before eventually transitioning to homeschooling. Through raw honesty and remarkable emotional maturity, Copperman explores those difficult moments while encouraging compassion and understanding among her listeners.
The cinematic music video for “BULLY” was directed by Jason Lester, whose work includes visuals for artists such as Hozier and Ashe. The video opens with Copperman walking alone down a school hallway before discovering the word “LOSER” scrawled across her locker in red marker. As the story unfolds, viewers witness a series of isolating classroom moments before Copperman channels her frustration and pain into songwriting — a creative outlet that ultimately becomes a source of strength.
“The whole experience of making the video for ‘Bully’ felt like a dream,” Copperman says. “Getting to turn my middle school story into something real was incredibly special to me. It wasn’t always easy reliving those memories, but it reminded me how much I’ve grown. I hope the song connects with anyone who’s ever felt bullied or alone and reminds them that things really can get better.”
The Wonderama broadcast premiere offers a fitting platform for the young artist’s message. Known for spotlighting youth talent and inspiring stories, the long-running family television program provides a national stage for Copperman’s heartfelt work and the important conversation surrounding kindness and empathy among young people.
Wonderama musical host, performer, and youth influencer McKenzi Brooke, known for her high-energy music, dance, and positive messages for young audiences, also praised Copperman’s powerful new song. Brooke, who has built a large following across social media and regularly collaborates with Wonderama on youth-focused music and entertainment programming, said the message behind “Bully” speaks directly to challenges many kids face today. “Iris turned something painful into something powerful,” said Brooke. “The song Bully reminds kids that their voice matters and that standing up for yourself — and for others — can make a real difference.”
Alongside “BULLY,” the EP Middle School Dropout will include Copperman’s debut single “Struggle Bus,” a reflective track that journeys through emotional confusion and ultimately lands in a place of self-acceptance. The EP highlights Copperman’s thoughtful songwriting and musical versatility, showcasing a sound that blends gentle melodies with emotionally resonant storytelling.
Copperman has been immersed in music from an early age. She began playing piano and guitar as a young child and wrote her first song at just five years old, steadily developing a voice defined by vulnerability, honesty, and artistic curiosity.
With the national television debut of “BULLY” on Wonderama and the upcoming release of Middle School Dropout, Iris Copperman continues to demonstrate that powerful music can emerge from even the most difficult experiences — and that sometimes the strongest voices come from the youngest storytellers.
Check on Wonderama TV this weekend, check your local listings – or catch the stream on WonderamaTV.com
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“BULLY” performed by Iris Copperman courtesy of Interscope Records under license from Universal Music Enterprises.
