'The Voice' coach Gwen Stefani slammed for excluding No Doubt members in band tribute post, fans 'miss the ND boys'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Gwen Stefani, known for her successful music career and charismatic presence, continues to grab attention with her recent appointment as a returning judge on the popular TV show 'The Voice' in 2024. However, her actions outside of the show have left some fans disappointed. A recent incident involving a video celebrating the achievement of over one billion views on YouTube for No Doubt's 1995 hit song 'Don't Speak' has stirred controversy.
The absence of this acknowledgment sparked anger and frustration among fans who felt that Gwen's actions disregarded the collaborative spirit that had defined No Doubt's music and success. Many expected the video to be an opportunity for the singer to express gratitude and appreciation for her band members' contributions but that was not the case.
Gwen Stefani cuts out bandmates in tribute video
Gwen's recent celebration of No Doubt's 1995 hit song 'Don't Speak' reaching over one billion views on YouTube caused a stir among loyal fans. The singer took to Instagram to mark the occasion, posting a video of herself performing the song solo on stage. The clip showcased Gwen passionately singing the lyrics while her husband Blake Shelton accompanied her on guitar and provided background vocals. In the caption of the Instagram post, Gwen expressed her excitement, stating, "I heard 'Don't Speak' has surpassed 1 BILLION views on YouTube," accompanied by an exploding head and white heart emoji. However, this enthusiastic acknowledgment did not sit well with dedicated No Doubt fans. They expressed their disappointment that Gwen did not take the opportunity to mention or include her bandmates in the video. The omission left the loyal fans feeling disregarded, as they had anticipated a tribute that would recognize the collaborative effort and contributions of the entire band.
No Doubt, the renowned band known for their iconic hits like 'I'm Just a Girl' and 'Spiderwebs,' took a hiatus in 2001 after delivering five successful albums and numerous chart-topping singles. During this period, the band's lead singer, Gwen, embarked on a solo career that garnered significant success with popular tracks such as 'Hollaback Girl' and 'Sweet Escape.' Throughout their musical journey, the band has primarily comprised vocalist Gwen, guitarist Tom Dumont, bassist Tony Kanal, and drummer Adrian Young.
'We don't like this karaoke clip'
The reaction from No Doubt fans regarding Gwen Stefani's solo video celebration was filled with disappointment and frustration. Numerous comments expressed their dissatisfaction with the absence of the band members in the clip. One remarked, "Would have preferred a video of NXD together like during the TK or ROS era." Another user expressed their discontent, stating, "The video with the boys has surpassed 1 billion views. Not whatever this is…" Another dissatisfied user voiced their frustration, saying, "Can't even post a video with the boys." Another posted, "Miss the ND boys behind you." One wrote, "faaaack gwen why isn't it a video of you singing with the boys? #sideeye #ndforever". Finally, one pointed out the significance of the band's contribution, noting, "Yeah, that means with the BAND and not this karaoke clip. This would not surpass 1b."
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