Don’t Speak by No Doubt

"Don't Speak" is a song by the band No Doubt. The song is about feeling sad when someone you care about doesn't want to talk to you anymore. In the song, the singer, Gwen, feels really upset because her friend or someone she loves is leaving. She remembers all the good times they had together and wishes they could still be friends. But now, they just don't get along like they used to.

Gwen sings about how hard it is to say goodbye and how much it hurts her heart. The song has a slow and sad melody that matches how Gwen feels. She asks the other person not to say anything because talking about it will make her feel even worse. Even though it's a sad song, many people like it because it talks about feelings they have had too.

The band plays instruments like guitars, drums, and keyboards to make the music sound really good. "Don't Speak" became very popular and lots of people around the world listened to it. The song helps people understand that it's okay to feel sad sometimes when things don't go the way we want with our friends or loved ones.

  1. What is the name of the band that sings "Don't Speak"?
  2. Why does Gwen feel upset in the song?
  3. What does Gwen ask the other person not to do in the song?
  4. Why do you think many people like this song even though it is sad?
  5. Can you think of a time when you felt sad because something didn't go the way you wanted with a friend? How did you feel?

Let's go to Anaheim

Hi! My name is Daisy and I am 8 years old. I went on a trip to Anaheim, and it was super fun! Did you know that No Doubt, the band, is famous from there? My mom loves No Doubt, so we decided to visit a cool place in Anaheim called The Grove. It’s a concert venue where No Doubt has played before. I love listening to music, so it was exciting to be at a place where they performed.

When we got there, I saw a big stage and lots of lights. I imagined how it must feel to be a rock star like Gwen Stefani, the singer of No Doubt. My mom showed me some pictures of the band playing there. It was so cool to see how many people love their music. I even tried to make my own stage performance with my little brother. We pretended to sing and dance just like them!

After that, we went to a nearby park and had a picnic. I had a sandwich and some juice. I told my mom that maybe one day I can be a singer too. She said, "Why not?" It was the best day ever!

  1. What is the name of the place Daisy visited in Anaheim?
  2. Why did Daisy's mom want to visit The Grove?
  3. How did Daisy feel about visiting The Grove?
  4. If you were in Daisy's place, what would you want to see at The Grove?
  5. Can you think of another band from your town or city that is famous?

My Favourite Band

Hi everyone! Today I want to tell you about my favorite band, No Doubt. I love their music so much! My favorite song by them is "Don't Speak." It's really catchy, and I like to sing along with it. The singer, Gwen Stefani, has a really cool voice, and she always wears the coolest outfits. Did you know that No Doubt started playing music in 1986? That was a long time ago! They are from California, which is a place with lots of sunshine and beaches. One interesting thing is that their first big hit was a song called "Just a Girl." It's a fun song that makes me feel happy. Another cool fact is that Gwen Stefani went on to be a solo artist, too. She even has her own fashion line! I think that's so awesome. I hope you like No Doubt as much as I do!

  1. What is the name of the band that I like so much?
  2. Why do I like the song "Don't Speak"?
  3. Can you list one interesting fact about Gwen Stefani?
  4. How do you think the band's music makes me feel?
  5. If you could ask No Doubt one question, what would it be?

Timeline Activity

After learning all about Don’t Speak by No Doubt, your job is to create a timeline of No Doubt's music career. You could add all the important events in their life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive. The sky's the limit - go for it!

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