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Gwen Stefani’s career has been defined by constant reinvention, from her early days fronting a ska-punk band to becoming a solo pop superstar and fashion icon. Born on October 3, 1969, in Fullerton, California, Stefani was raised in Anaheim, where her love of music was encouraged by her older brother Eric. His passion for ska led to the formation of No Doubt in 1986, with Stefani as the band’s lead vocalist. The group spent years refining their sound before breaking into the mainstream with Tragic Kingdom in 1995, a multi-platinum album that produced enduring hits like “Just a Girl” and “Don’t Speak.”
Following the success of No Doubt, Stefani ventured into solo work in the early 2000s, debuting Love. Angel. Music. Baby. in 2004. The album was a sharp departure from her band’s signature style, incorporating pop, R&B, and electronic influences. It was a massive commercial success, spawning hit singles like “Hollaback Girl,” which became the first digital download in U.S. history to sell over a million copies. She followed up with The Sweet Escape in 2006, featuring the widely popular title track, which peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
After a hiatus from solo work, Stefani returned in 2016 with This Is What the Truth Feels Like, marking her first Billboard 200 number-one album. Songs like “Used to Love You” and “Make Me Like You” reflected her deeply personal experiences, including her public divorce from Gavin Rossdale. In 2024, she released Bouquet, her fifth solo album, which further showcased her evolution as an artist. Across her career, Stefani has sold millions of albums, both as a solo artist and with No Doubt, cementing her as a major figure in pop and rock music.
Her impact on music is reflected in her numerous awards. Stefani has won three Grammy Awards, including Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “Let Me Blow Ya Mind” with Eve. She has also earned multiple MTV Video Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and American Music Awards. Her influence extends beyond music charts, as she has been recognized for her contributions to fashion and pop culture. In 2016, she received the Billboard Women in Music Icon Award, acknowledging her career longevity and continued relevance.
Stefani’s appeal comes not just from her music but also from her striking visual style and innovative approach to pop stardom. She has blended fashion with music seamlessly, launching her L.A.M.B. clothing line in 2004, followed by the Harajuku Lovers brand. Her eclectic style, inspired by punk, Japanese street fashion, and high couture, has made her a trendsetter in the industry. Additionally, she has ventured into the beauty industry with her GXVE cosmetics line.
Beyond entertainment, Stefani has remained a familiar face on television, serving multiple seasons as a coach on The Voice. Her time on the show not only introduced her to a new generation of fans but also led to her high-profile romance with country star Blake Shelton. The two married in 2021, further cementing her presence in mainstream culture.
(A-D)
4 in the Morning – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Allnighter – Together as One (2006)
Almost Blue – Stormy Weather (1998)
Asking 4 It – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Baby Don’t Lie – Non-album single (2014)
Breakin’ Up – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Bubble Pop Electric – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Can I Have It Like That – In My Mind (2006)
Can’t Stop the Feeling! – Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2016)
Cheer for the Elves – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2018)
Christmas Eve – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Cool – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Crash – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Danger Zone – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Don’t Get It Twisted – The Sweet Escape (2006)
(E-H)
Early Winter – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Everybody Is a Star – The Psychotic Friends Nuttwerx (2000)
Feliz Navidad – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2018)
Fluorescent – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Getting Warmer – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Go Ahead and Break My Heart – If I’m Honest (2016)
Glycerine (Live) – Non-album single (2012)
Hair Up – Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2016)
Hands – Non-album single (2016)
Happy Anywhere – Non-album single (2020)
Harajuku Girls – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Here This Christmas – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2020)
Hollaback Girl – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
(I-L)
I’m Coming Out / Mo’ Money Mo’ Problems – Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2016)
Jingle Bells – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Kings Never Die – Southpaw (2015)
Last Christmas – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Leather and Lace – Non-album single (2015)
Let It Snow – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Let Me Blow Ya Mind – Scorpion (2001)
Let Me Reintroduce Myself – TBA (2020)
Let’s Go Ride Horses – Let’s Go Ride Horses (2001)
Long Way to Go – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Loveable – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Luxurious – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Luxurious (Remix) – Non-album single (2005)
(M-N)
Make Me Like You – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Me Without You – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Medicine Man – Served Like a Girl (2017)
Misery – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Move Your Feet / D.A.N.C.E. / It’s a Sunshine Day – Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2016)
My Gift Is You – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
My Heart Is Open – V (2014)
Naughty – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Need You Tonight – The Very Best (2011)
Never Kissed Anyone with Blue Eyes Before You – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Nobody but You – Fully Loaded: God’s Country (2019)
Now That You Got It – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Now That You Got It (Remix) – Non-album single (2007)
Now That You’re Gone – Let’s Go Ride Horses (2001)
(O-R)
Obsessed – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Orange County Girl – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Rainbow Connection – We Love Disney (2015)
Rare – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
The Real Thing – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Red Flag – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Rich Girl – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Rocket Ship – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Run Away – Bush (2015)
(S)
Santa Baby – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2018)
Saw Red – Robbin’ the Hood (1994)
Secret Santa – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2018)
Send Me a Picture – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Serious – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
Shine – Non-album single (2015)
Silent Night – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Slave to Love – 50 First Dates: Love Songs from the Original Motion Picture (2004)
Sleigh Ride – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2020)
So Far, So Pleased – Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic (1999)
South Side – Play (1999)
Spark the Fire – Non-album single (2014)
Splash – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
Strawberry Fields – Let’s Go Ride Horses (2001)
The Sweet Escape – The Sweet Escape (2006)
(T-Z)
Together – Motion (2014)
Truth – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
U n Me (Together Alwayz) – Uni5 the Prequel (2010)
U Started It – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Under the Christmas Lights – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Used to Love You – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
War Paint – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
What U Workin’ With? – Trolls: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2016)
What You Waiting For? – Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004)
What’s Going On – Non-album single (2001)
When I Was a Little Girl – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Where Would I Be? – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
White Christmas – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
Wind It Up – The Sweet Escape (2006)
Winter Wonderland – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2018)
Wonderful Life – The Sweet Escape (2006)
You Make It Feel Like Christmas – You Make It Feel Like Christmas (2017)
You’re My Favorite – This Is What the Truth Feels Like (2016)
You’re the Boss – The Dirty Boogie (1998)
Yummy – The Sweet Escape (2006)
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