Ex-Girlfriend
No Doubt
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I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend (whoa) I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend I hope I hold a special place with the rest of them And you know it makes me sick to be on that list But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed You say you're gonna burn before you're mellow I'll be the one to burn you Why'd ya have to go and pick me When you knew that we were different Completely I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend (whoa) I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend (whoa) I hope I hold a special place with the rest of them (whoa) I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend And I'm another ex-girlfriend on your list But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed Your wildness scares me so does your freedom See I can't stand the restrictions I found myself trying to change you If you were meant to be my lover I wouldn't have to And I feel so mean I feel in-between Cause I'm about to Give you away I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend(for someone else to take) I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend(you're making a mistake) I hope I hold a special place with the rest of them(all the time we wasted) I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girl...friend And I'm another ex-girlfriend on your list But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed And I'm another ex-girlfriend on your list But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed I'm about to give you away For someone else to take I'm about to give you away For someone else to take You repeated mistakes for sourvenirs We've been in-between the days for years I believed it when I said you were going to die Now I'm gonna watch you and you know why Its gonna kill me to see you with the next girl Cause I'm almost awfully so jealous cause the next girl But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend (whoa) I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend (whoa) I hope I hold a special place with the rest of them I kinda always knew I'd end up your ex-girlfriend And I'm another ex-girlfriend on your list But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed I'm another ex-girlfriend on your list But I shoulda thought of that before we kissed
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Written by: Gwen Renee Stefani, Thomas Dumont, Tony Ashwin Kanal
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Song Release"Ex-Girlfriend" is a song by the American rock band No Doubt from their fourth studio album, "Return of Saturn." The song was released as the lead single from the album on February 29, 2000.
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Genre ClassificationThe song is officially classified as a mixture of pop, rock, and punk. This unique mix of genres was a significant part of No Doubt's distinctive sound.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "Ex-Girlfriend" reached #11 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and #23 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, proving its popularity.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video for "Ex-Girlfriend" was directed by Hype Williams, a well-known music video director who has worked with numerous high-profile artists.
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Song's LyricsThe lyrics of "Ex-Girlfriend" were inspired by Gwen Stefani's relationship and eventual break-up with bandmate Tony Kanal.
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Grammy Nomination"Ex-Girlfriend" was nominated for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 43rd Grammy Awards.
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Collaborative EffortThe songwriting credits for "Ex-Girlfriend" go to all four members of the band - Gwen Stefani, Tony Kanal, Tom Dumont, and Adrian Young.
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Positive Critic ReviewsUpon its release, the song received positive reviews from music critics, who praised its catchy tune and powerful lyrics.
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Recorded Locations"Ex-Girlfriend" was recorded in two locations: Royaltone Studios in North Hollywood, California, and Studio 4 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Song's StyleThe song is known for its fusion of punk aesthetics with electronic music elements, showcasing No Doubt's versatility and innovative blending of genres.
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Featured in Pop Culture"Ex-Girlfriend" has been featured in several TV shows and movies, and its music video was on high rotation on MTV following its debut.
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