Spiderwebs
No Doubt
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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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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.
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Single ReleaseAlthough the album came out in 1995, "Spiderwebs" wasn't released as a single until November 19, 1996, over a year later.
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Song InspirationsThe 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.
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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.
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Music VideoThe 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Live PerformancesOver 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.
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Pop CultureThis song was featured in the popular video game "Rock Band 3", testifying to its enduring popularity and impact.
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SymbolismThe 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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