No Doubt's live act began to attract regional interest, and Interscope Records signed them in 1991. The band's debut a year later, an odd fusion of '80s and ska, sank without a trace in the wake of the grunge movement. As a result, Interscope refused to support No Doubt's tour or further recordings. The band responded by recording on their own during 1993-94; the result was the self-released The Beacon Street Collection, much rawer and more punk-inspired than the debut. Eric Stefani left just after its release, later working as an animator for The Simpsons. By late 1994, Interscope allowed recordings to resume, and Tragic Kingdom was released in October 1995. The album's third single, Don't Speak, which although originally written by Eric was later altered by Gwen to document her breakup with bassist Tony Kanal. Tragic Kingdom went platinum and has sold over 15 million copies to date. As Tragic Kingdom obtained success, the band toured furiously until late '97.
After a long break, the band had prepared a more mellow, and powerfully dramatic album entitled Return of Saturn. It emphasized Gwen's encounters with men, her biological clock, and miscellaneous topics. Although the album had a completely different approach to it, the band was making rock music with less of a punk/ska flare. The album debuted at #2 on the Billboard charts in early April of 2000, and then declined to a flop. The public never did justice to the album, and it serves as a favorite for many die-hard fans.
While touring in Jamaica for Return of Saturn, the band wanted to try adding Reggae to their music, and making more of a dance rock record. 20 months after Return of Saturn debuted, the band was quick to jump on the creation of Rock Steady, released in December of '01. The singles Underneath It All and Hey Baby became international dance club symbols as top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. This album proved that No Doubt had not lost their potential with the public, and that they could appeal to various groups of people.
In 2004, No Doubt announced they would be going on hiatus after the release of the singles compilation The Singles 1992–2003, which contained one new song, a cover of experimental rock band Talk Talk's "It's My Life". Tony Kanal did several projects with Gwen and other artists. Adrian Young married and had a child; Tom Dumont formed a new band, Invincible Overlord, often plays with Matt Costa's band. Gwen embarked on a sucessful solo career which consisted of two albums - "Love. Angel. Music. Baby." and "The Sweet Escape". The first of these albums contains the single "Hollaback Girl", a song which was inescapable for most of 2005 and hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won her a Billboard Award for first track to reach 1 Million legal downloads ever. The self titled track off "The Sweet Escape" went on to become her most notorious calling card.
With the hiatus officially over in late 2008 No Doubt announced tour plans for 2009, kicking it off in Atlantic City. The tour concluded with four dates in Irvine, CA. In May, 2009, the band was featured as a fictional 80's band, "Snowed Out", on CW Network's "Gossip Girl" The band performed their cover of Adam and the Ants 'Stand and Deliver.'
The group entered the studio in May 2010 to start recording on their sixth studio album: Push and Shove which will be release on September 25, 2012 and its first single will be "Settle Down". Their first music video for the new album will also be for "Settle Down" and it will be directed by Sophie Muller (who previously has done numerous music videos for No Doubt). The whole album has been recorded with producer Mark "Spike" Stent (who worked on their previous album Rock Steady) but they have also collaborated with Major Lazer (now Diplo's solo project). No Doubt previously revealed they are taking influence from ska, 80s new wave and Jamaican reggae music for the new record.
Different People
No Doubt Lyrics
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In this world of ours
You don't have to be a famous person
Just to make a mark
A mother can be an inspiration
To her little son and
Change his thoughts, his mind, his life,
Just with her gentle hum hum
So different, yet so the same
Two sisters only have their parents to blame
It's rare that two can get along
But when they do, they're inseparable
Such a blessing comes to few, few
The sky is full of clouds and
My world's full of people
You got the different kinds,
With different ways
It would take a lifetime to explain
Not one's the same, he
He and she, two different people
With two separate lives
Then you put the two together
And you get a spectacular surprise
'Cause one can teach the other one
What she doesn't know
While still the other fills a place inside
He never knew had room to grow grow grow, grow grow
The sky is full of clouds and
My world's full of people
You got the different kinds,
With different ways
It would take a lifetime to explain
Not one's the same, hey
Oh yeah
Once in a while I sit back
And think about the planet
Most of the time I trip on it
To kick back and think about
How massive it all is
And how many others are on it
I often think about the world
In which I live today, of animals and plants
And nature's gifts set on display
But the most amazing thing
That I've seen in my time
Are all the different people
And all their different minds, minds, minds, minds, minds
And different ways
It would take a lifetime to explain
Not one's exactly the same
So many different people
So many different kinds
So many many many many different people
So many different
Look at me, I'm a person
Look at me, I'm my own person
So many different people
So many different kinds
For better or for worse, different people
The lyrics of No Doubt's "Different People" celebrate the beauty of human diversity. The song emphasizes how all individuals are unique in their own way, and how they all play a significant role in shaping the world we live in. The lyrics suggest that everybody has a story to tell, and everybody leaves their mark, regardless of their status or fame. In the opening lines, the song acknowledges that things can be broken down, but everyone has the power to make a difference, even a mother who can inspire and change her child's perspective with a simple hum.
The song also touches upon how relationships work, with the line "Two sisters only have their parents to blame / It's rare that two can get along / But when they do, they're inseparable / Such a blessing comes to few, few." This line speaks to the fact that certain relationships can be tough to handle, but when they do work out, it's a blessing for those involved, and it brings about profound changes.
The chorus is a celebration of diversity, and how everyone, despite their difference, is part of the world we live in. The lyrics suggest that it would take a lifetime to explain everyone's differences, but that's the beauty of it. The bridge focuses on the vastness of the world we live in, where different kinds of people are abundant. The song ends with the reminder that no matter how different we are, we're all human and unique in our way.
Line by Line Meaning
Well things can be broken down
Aspects of life can be analyzed and simplified
In this world of ours
Referring to the world we all share and live in
You don't have to be a famous person
Fame isn't necessary to have an impact
Just to make a mark
To make a difference or leave a lasting impression
A mother can be an inspiration
Mothers can be a source of motivation and encouragement
To her little son and
Referring to a mother's relationship with her son
Change his thoughts, his mind, his life,
Mothers can significantly impact their children's lives by influencing their thoughts and mindset
Just with her gentle hum hum
This line is likely a figurative expression about the gentle soothing nature of a mother's tone or mannerisms
So different, yet so the same
Even though people can be unique and distinct, we are still human beings who share a lot in common
Two sisters only have their parents to blame
The parents of two siblings are responsible for their children's behavior and relationship
It's rare that two can get along
It is not common for two siblings to have a positive relationship
But when they do, they're inseparable
When siblings do get along, they often form strong bonds that can last a lifetime
Such a blessing comes to few, few
Siblings who have positive relationships are fortunate and should cherish the bond they share
The sky is full of clouds and
The sky is symbolic and likely portrays the vastness and diversity of the world
My world's full of people
Referring to the vast number of people in existence
You got the different kinds,
All people are unique and differ from one another
With different ways
People have unique personalities and manners of behaving
It would take a lifetime to explain
People are incredibly complex, and understanding them fully is unlikely
Not one's the same, he
No two people are entirely alike
He and she, two different people
Referring to male and female individuals, who are different from one another due to their biological, social, and cultural differences
With two separate lives
Each person has their own set of unique experiences and circumstances
Then you put the two together
Referring to people coming together and forming relationships
And you get a spectacular surprise
Relationships can be positively surprising and memorable
'Cause one can teach the other one
Referring to individuals learning from one another
What she doesn't know
Referring to learning from someone who has more experience or knowledge
While still the other fills a place inside
Referring to emotional support found in relationships
He never knew had room to grow grow grow, grow grow
Relationships can help people develop and grow in positive ways
Oh yeah
This line doesn't convey a significant message or meaning, just serves as an exclamation of enthusiasm or agreement
Once in a while I sit back
Reflecting on life and taking time to relax and contemplate
And think about the planet
Reflecting on environmental issues and the state of the planet
Most of the time I trip on it
Experiencing feelings of disorientation or confusion due to contemplating life and the planet
To kick back and think about
Taking time to relax and reflect on life
How massive it all is
Everything is vast and elaborate
And how many others are on it
Acknowledging the existence of a vast number of people on earth
I often think about the world
Reflecting on the world and everything within it
In which I live today, of animals and plants
Reflecting on the natural world and feeling appreciative of it
And nature's gifts set on display
Feeling grateful for the beauty and bounty of nature
But the most amazing thing
This line could refer to the diversity of people or relationships and love between different individuals
That I've seen in my time
Referring to personal life experiences
Are all the different people
Finding the diversity of people fascinating and compelling
And all their different minds, minds, minds, minds, minds
Referring to the complexity and diversity of human thought and perspectives
So many different people
Acknowledging the vast number of unique individuals in existence
So many different kinds
People come in many different forms with unique personalities, experiences, and backgrounds
So many many many many different people
Emphasizing the diversity and complexity of people
Look at me, I'm a person
Reaffirming individuality and self-identity
Look at me, I'm my own person
Reiterating the importance of individuality and self-expression
For better or for worse, different people
Despite our differences, we are all human and have value and worth
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STEFANI, TONY, ERIC STEFANI, GWEN KANAL
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