Spiderwebs

No Doubt

About Spiderwebs

"Spiderwebs" is a song by American band No Doubt for their third studio album, Tragic Kingdom (1995). It was written by Gwen Stefani and Tony Kanal, produced by Matthew Wilder, and released as the album's second single on November 19, 1995. "Spiderwebs" appears on their 2003 greatest hits album, The Singles 1992–2003. Stefani was inspired to write the song after an admirer recited bad poetry to her. "Spiderwebs" is a new wave and pop punk song with angsty lyrics responding to Stefani's potential suitors. "Spiderwebs" received positive reviews from contemporary as well as past critics, who frequently called it as one of the defining songs for No Doubt. "Spiderwebs" was not released as a commercial single in the United States, and therefore was ineligible to enter the Billboard Hot 100 chart at the time of its release. However, it reached number 18 on the Hot 100 Airplay chart. The song failed to attain top-ten positions, but charted within the top 40 in Canada, New Zealand, Scotland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. 


Year:
1997
4:28
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You think that we connect
That the chemistry's correct
Your words walk right through my ears
Presuming I like what I hear

And now I'm stuck in the web
You're spinning
You've got me for your prey

Sorry I'm not home right now
I'm walking into spiderwebs
So leave a message
And I'll call you back
A likely story, but leave a message
And I'll call you back

You're intruding on what's mine and
You're taking up my time
Don't have the courage inside me
To tell you please let me be

Communication, a telephonic invasion
I'm planning my escape

Sorry I'm not home right now
I'm walking into spiderwebs
So leave a message
And I'll call you back
A likely story, but leave a message
And I'll call you back

And it's all your fault
I screen my phone calls
No matter who calls
I gotta scream my phone calls

Now it's gone too deep
You wake me in my sleep
My dreams become nightmares
'Cause you're ringing in my ears.

Sorry I'm not home right now
I'm walking into spiderwebs
So leave a message
And I'll call you back
A likely story, but leave a message
And I'll call you back

And It's all your fault
I screen my phone calls
No matter matter matter who calls
I gotta scream my phone calls

Oh spider webs
Leave a message and I'll call you back
I'm walking in a spider webs
So leave a message and I'll call you back

And It's all your fault
I screen my phone calls
No matter matter matter who calls
I gotta scream my phone calls

It's all your fault
It's all your fault
No matter who calls
No matter who calls

I'm walking into spiderwebs
So leave a message
And I'll call you back

I'm walking into spiderwebs
Leave a message
And I'll call you back

I'm walking into spiderwebs
Leave a message
And I'll call you back

I'm walking into spiderwebs
Leave a message
And I'll call you back

I'm walking into spiderwebs
Leave a message
And I'll call you back

I'm walking into spiderwebs
Leave a message
And I'll call you back

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No Doubt

No Doubt is an American rock band from Anaheim, California, that formed in 1986. Since 1989 the group has consisted of vocalist Gwen Stefani, guitarist and keyboardist Tom Dumont, bassist and keyboardist Tony Kanal, and drummer Adrian Young. Since the mid-1990s in live performances, they have been supported by trumpeter Stephen Bradley and trombonist Gabrial McNair. more »

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Written by: Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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11 facts about this song

Album Release
"Spiderwebs" is a song by the American rock band, No Doubt, and is featured on their third studio album, "Tragic Kingdom", which was released in October 1995.
Single Release
Although the album came out in 1995, "Spiderwebs" wasn't released as a single until November 19, 1996, over a year later.
Song Inspirations
The song was inspired by a man who was obsessed with band member Gwen Stefani. He would call her all the time, and this inspired the lyrics about not wanting to take the call because it's the same old story.
Chart Success
"Spiderwebs" reached No.5 on Billboard's Alternative Songs chart in the US. Similarly, it did well in other countries such as New Zealand and Canada where it climbed up to No.16 and No.11 respectively.
Music Video
The music video for "Spiderwebs" was directed by Marcus Nispel, who is known for his work on films like "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" and "Friday the 13th". In the video, the band answers a call in a Japanese restaurant tripping over phone cords and evading a giant walking telephone receiver.
Opening Track
"Spiderwebs" opens the band’s concert sets. When No Doubt were the opening act for U2’s PopMart Tour, the song "Spiderwebs" was performed as the band's opening song.
Songwriters
"Spiderwebs" was written by No Doubt's lead vocalist Gwen Stefani and band bassist Tony Kanal. It's known for its blend of ska punk, pop, and rock genres.
Cover Versions
"Spiderwebs" has been covered by various artists including the punk band "Four Year Strong" for their cover album "Explains It All", released in 2009.
Live Performances
Over the years, "Spiderwebs" has remained a constant song in No Doubt's live performances, showcasing Gwen Stefani's energetic stage presence and the band's alternative rock roots.
Pop Culture
This song was featured in the popular video game "Rock Band 3", testifying to its enduring popularity and impact.
Symbolism
The song uses the metaphor of a spider's web to refer to a complex and tricky situation, specifically an unwelcome or potentially harmful relationship.

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