Cool

Gwen Stefani

About Cool

"Cool" is a song by American singer Gwen Stefani from her debut solo studio album, Love. Angel. Music. Baby. (2004). Written by Stefani and Dallas Austin, the song was released on July 5, 2005 as the album's fourth single. It was written by Austin basing the song on No Doubt's "Simple Kind of Life", but he did not finish it. He then asked for help from Stefani, and they finished the song in 15 minutes. The single's musical style and production were inspired by synth-pop and new wave arrangements from the 1980s, and its lyrics chronicle a relationship in which two lovers have separated, but remain "cool" with each other as good friends. The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, being compared to Cyndi Lauper and Madonna songs from the 1980s. The media have drawn parallels between the song's lyrical content and the romantic relationship that Stefani had with Tony Kanal, a fellow group member of No Doubt. The song was moderately successful on the charts, reaching the top 10 in Australia, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and New Zealand, as well as the top 20 in Denmark, Ireland, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States. 


Year:
2007
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It's hard to remember how it felt before
Now I found the love of my life
Passes things, get more comfortable
Everything is going right

And after all the obstacles
It's good to see you now with someone else
And it's such a miracle that you and me are still good friends
After all that we've been through
I know we're cool
I know we're cool

We used to think it was impossible
Now you call me by my new last name
Memories seem like so long ago
Time always kills the pain

Remember Harbor Boulevard
The dreaming days where the mess was made
Look how all the kids have grown, oh
We have changed but we're still the same
After all that we've been through
I know we're cool
I know we're cool

Yeah, I know we're cool

And I'll be happy for you
If you can be happy for me
Circles and triangles
And now we're hanging out with your new girlfriend
So far from where we've been
I know we're cool
I know we're cool

See-cool, I know we're cool
I know we're cool

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Gwen Stefani

Gwen Renée Stefani ( /stəˈfɑːni/; born October 3, 1969) is an American singer-songwriter, fashion designer and occasional actress. Stefani is the lead vocalist for the rock and ska band No Doubt. Stefani recorded Love. Angel. Music. Baby., her first solo album, in 2004. Inspired by music of the 1980s, the album was a success with sales of over seven million copies. The album's third single "Hollaback Girl", was the first US digital download to sell one million copies. Stefani's second and final solo studio album, The Sweet Escape (2006), yielded "Wind It Up", "4 in the Morning", and the highest-selling single "The Sweet Escape". Including her work with No Doubt, Stefani has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: Dallas Austin, Gwen Stefani

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14 facts about this song

Release Information
"Cool" is the third single from Gwen Stefani's debut solo album, "Love. Angel. Music. Baby.". It was released in July 2005.
Chart Performance
The song performed well commercially; it peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Background
Stefani wrote "Cool" about her previous relationship with No Doubt bandmate, Tony Kanal, and their eventual friendship after the breakup.
Musical Style
The song falls under the genre of synth-pop and new wave, and it features a retro sound inspired by the 1980s pop music.
Music Video
The music video was filmed in Lake Como, Italy and directed by Sophie Muller, who has also directed music videos for artists such as Radiohead and Coldplay.
Recognition
The song received positive reviews from critics, who praised its lyrical content and Stefani's vocal performance.
Song Inspiration
Stefani was inspired by Cyndi Lauper’s timeless song "Time After Time", which led to the classic-sounding melody of "Cool".
Album Success
The album "Love. Angel. Music. Baby." sold over seven million copies worldwide, bolstered by successful singles like "Cool" and "Hollaback Girl".
Meaning
The lyrics narrate a story of two lovers who have moved on from their relationship and are now "cool."
Worldwide Relevance
Apart from the United States, “Cool” also charted within the top 20 in several other countries including the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada.
Award Nominations
In 2005, the song received a nomination for Best Art Direction at the MTV Video Music Awards.
Song Covers
Several artists have covered the song, including the Postmodern Jukebox, who gave a vintage makeover in their version.
Songwriting team
The song was written by Gwen Stefani and Dallas Austin, prominent figures in the music industry known for working with artists such as TLC and Pink.
Legacy
Even after over 15 years since its first release, "Cool" remains one of Gwen Stefani's most loved songs.

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