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Boom Box

No Doubt · 2003

273 min · 63 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant collection of No Doubt's ska-infused pop rock, blending catchy hooks with an eclectic energy throughout.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Just a Girl Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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    Hey Baby — This track exemplifies No Doubt's infectious blend of pop and reggae elements, featuring a memorable call-and-response chorus that became a summer anthem.
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    Underneath It All — With its smooth reggae groove and introspective lyrics, this song stands out as a heartfelt exploration of love and vulnerability, showcasing Gwen Stefani's vocal range.
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    Hella Good — This energetic dance track represents the band's ability to merge ska influences with contemporary pop production, highlighting their evolution while maintaining a party vibe.
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    Bathwater — The song blends emotional depth with upbeat instrumentation, allowing listeners to connect with its themes of intimacy and longing through vibrant soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • sing-along energy with friends
  • vibrant party atmosphere throughout
  • dynamic flow for active listening
  • nostalgic vibes for long-time fans

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek slow, introspective moments

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A collection of hits that showcases the band's style but isn't a primary entry point.
Career context
Released on November 25, 2003, 'Boom Box' came during a period of transition for No Doubt, following their massive success with 'Rock Steady' in 2001. By this time, the band was solidifying their legacy while experimenting with remixes and live recordings that showcased their versatility and broad appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Paramore· Garbage· The Distillers
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Underneath It All

    The verses reveal a shift from surface-level attraction to a deeper acknowledgment of flaws and complexities in a relationship.

    This progression from superficiality to vulnerability adds layers to the narrative, emphasizing the importance of acceptance in love.

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Just a Girl Start here 3:26
  • 2 It’s My Life 3:45
  • 3 Hey Baby 3:26
  • 4 Bathwater 4:00
  • 5 Sunday Morning 4:31
  • 6 Hella Good 4:02
  • 7 New 4:24
  • 8 Underneath It All 5:02
  • 9 Excuse Me Mr. 3:04
  • 10 Running 4:00
  • 11 Spiderwebs 4:26
  • 12 Simple Kind of Life 4:15
  • 13 Don’t Speak 4:22
  • 14 Ex‐Girlfriend 3:31
  • 15 Trapped in a Box 3:23

Disc 2

  • 1 Running 3:57
  • 2 Underneath It All 4:19
  • 3 Hella Good 4:12
  • 4 Hey Baby 3:27
  • 5 Bathwater 4:01
  • 6 Simple Kind of Life 4:16
  • 7 Ex‐Girlfriend 3:46
  • 8 New 4:23
  • 9 Oi to the World 2:39
  • 10 Sunday Morning 4:20
  • 11 Excuse Me Mr. 3:28
  • 12 Don’t Speak 5:01
  • 13 Spiderwebs 4:04
  • 14 Just a Girl Start here 3:25
  • 15 Trapped in a Box 3:23

Disc 3

  • 1 Big Distraction 3:52
  • 2 Leftovers 4:29
  • 3 Under Construction 3:12
  • 4 Beauty Contest 4:14
  • 5 Full Circle 3:16
  • 6 Cellophane Boy 2:52
  • 7 Everything in Time (Los Angeles) 3:26
  • 8 You’re So Foxy 3:39
  • 9 Panic 3:08
  • 10 New Friend 4:34
  • 11 Everything in Time (London) 3:59
  • 12 Sailin’ On 3:35
  • 13 Oi to the World 2:40
  • 14 I Throw My Toys Around 3:00
  • 15 New & Approved (new remix) 6:20
  • 16 A Real Love Survives (Rock Steady remix) 3:49
  • 17 A Rock Steady Vibe (Rock Steady remix) 4:15

Disc 4

  • 1 Tragic Kingdom 3:38
  • 2 Excuse Me Mr. 3:12
  • 3 Different People 6:25
  • 4 Happy Now? 4:02
  • 5 D.J.’s 3:46
  • 6 End It on This 4:10
  • 7 Just a Girl Start here 9:12
  • 8 The Climb 8:08
  • 9 Total Hate 3:55
  • 10 Hey You 3:23
  • 11 The Imperial March 1:42
  • 12 Move On 5:56
  • 13 Don’t Speak 5:37
  • 14 Sunday Morning 17:31
  • 15 Spiderwebs 5:16
  • 16 Ob‐La‐Di, Ob‐La‐Da 5:12

What to play next

Push and Shove
Listen next

Push and Shove

2012

Continues the energetic vibe with modern influences while evolving their sound.
Rock Steady
Go back to

Rock Steady

2001

Leads into Boom Box with a similar blend of ska and pop rock energy.
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