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No Doubt’s cover of —specifically the Edited version frequently found on their remixes and singles—is a more uptempo, modernized take on the 1984 Talk Talk original . While the original is known for its darker, synthesizer-heavy New Wave sound, No Doubt's version updates this for the 21st century with cleaner production and a "feel-good" vibe. Performance and Sound The edited version typically clocks in around 3:52 .

This version removes the high-pitched animal-like "blips and beeps" of the original in favor of a simple, effective drum beat and a "cool electronic bass riff". no_doubt_its_my_life_edited

The on that single (like the Grammy-winning Thin White Duke mix). A side-by-side lyrical comparison between the two versions. No Doubt’s cover of —specifically the Edited version

Gwen Stefani delivers the lyrics with more "gusto" and a slight nasal quality compared to Mark Hollis’s more monotone, "dreary" original delivery. This version removes the high-pitched animal-like "blips and

It earned the band a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. The Music Video

The of why the band chose this cover while on hiatus. Let me know how you'd like to dive deeper !