The locations, the outfits, the lighting, the hairstyles, the body language... everything is so wonderfully executed in this music video. A true work of art. Oh, and the song still sounds so fresh even 16 years later!
Doesn't matter bro. Many people have them and don't appreciate them anyway. Appreciating what you've got, whether it looks desirable from the outset or not, that's my highest ideal.
Gwen was perfect to be an actress too, her facial expressions here are amazing, she's so expressive in every emotion, the sad smile, plastic laugh, the look.
She's a big fan of Jean Harlow, such as myself, and she sometimes mimics her way of speaking and acting. She portrayed her in the Aviator, she really wanted to have that part.
There is a reason why they didn't end up together. And it looks like it was for the best. Sometimes loving someone and losing them is better than staying and making the relationship sour.
This song was actually written for TLC and was about group member Chilli. Dallas Austin thought he moved on from there relationship but wasnt so thats why he ended up giving the song to Gwen
Whoever made this video is a genius. Visually, the cinematography is soooo goood, the feelings behind the acting.... A masterpiece. I hope I will be able to go to Como one day, hopefully soon.
The subtlety of this video is so strikingly powerful. The song alone does not tell the story the music video does. This 4 minute video is one of the most emotionally captivating pieces of media I’ve ever seen in my life. It is perfect. I tell myself I won’t cry, but as soon as 0:43, I can’t hold back the tears, every time
I went to a wedding reception for my ex and his new wife, and I was at Kohl's buying them a gift, and this song came on the store, and it proves that God is a DJ. It summed the moment up perfectly. Everyone was with who they were to be with. And we were all cool.
Isn’t it funny how things in life line up like that?! Happens to me quite a bit in the car listening to the radio. I always take those moments as signs.
This song makes me cry for the days this came out. 2004-2012 had some of the best yrs and now being older, 40, it means more now. Its like having a relationship with the past. You moved on, but nothing will compare.
Whoever came up with the concept of this video was spot on. The setting, editing, lighting, wardrobe, hair, makeup, and overall mood was perfect. Gwen looked very pretty in both the blonde and brown hair.
Bellissima ❤adoro il fatto che la Gwen bionda coi capelli corti rappresenti i sentimenti della Gwen castana del passato. Nella sua mente lei torna ad essere in parte presente e quindi accettazione e in parte passato,un pizzico di nostalgia. Questo video è una droga per gli occhi e per il cuore ❤
Seriously.... after three years of separation we are finally getting divorced and he has a new girlfriend already so regardless of everything we share two beautiful kids and have no choice but to accept what it is and be happy that we are cool
Reminds me of summer. Most songs that remind me of summer remind me of a specific summer . .the summer I was 13 or the summer I was 25. But this one is different -- it just reminds me of summer in general.
This could literally be a film. They really nailed the theme, the story, acting, costumes, everything. And sans the video, the song is still so good and stands on its own. Can’t get enough 😌
Este video….. es una obra de arte… increíble me llena de nostalgia….. de que en la vida hay que ir cosas para poder seguir adelante incluso con el dolor del alma….
Not everyone knows this but the person who directed this music video, Sophie Muller, is the same director who directed the video for Mr. Brightside. You can really see the similarities between both videos especially with the close up shots. She definitely deserves praise for directing these two masterpieces.
This video haunts and amazes me years later. Gwen is beyond stunning. And while it’s not me, there is a class of people who do live like this. But I know we’re cool.
Everything about this video has a strong hidden message. The ones that the singer could never tell. The accidental bump, the short glimpses, damn, even the sipping of the coffee..and who could forget that last shot where he's holding the other girl's hands and not hers (sigh). now leave me alone and let me cry in my room the whole day.
+bartzky10- Yes I think it's such a beautiful performance! I used to take the song literal, but then when I watched the video closely, you can see that it's not completely cool and it will always be difficult. But if you really love and respect the other two people, you will try to deal with it. At least that's how I feel. It's sad but it shows how when you try to deal with tough situations like this in a mature way, in stead of having things black and white in let's say your teenage years. (not you personally, I mean in general)
+bartzky10- Maybe the video portrayed that, but the whole song was about her relationship with her old band member, who she is still good friends with.
+bartzky10- i don't know if im wrong but at the end we see them running all together to the lake . and it looks like the same lake they've been hanging at for their whole relationship ( como lake in this clip ) . So to me the meaning is, they" moved on" but she still attached to the memories and still decided to stay close to their story by even buying a house near to what's linked to their past.
I don't wish anyone to get into a situation like in this video, this unpleasant aftertaste always remains inside the soul (which I experienced on my own skin)
I had been wanting all of those dresses/skirts and tops since I was 13😂 now(27) I can finally wear them because they are in style and now I also know how to sew so I can make whatever I want.
nyguy18 Why are you being so aggressive? In my opinion, this song is one of the greatest pop songs in history. Apparently so, in your opinion, Happy is one of the greatest. Can't others have different opinions to you?
Fine. You can have your opinion. It is the comments section to this video, after all. From my perspective I just felt like I was in the twilight zone with this opinion and people agreeing with it. It's a B level song in my opinion and In my opinion this isn't even one of Gwen's best songs.
I truly believe this is one of the greatest breakup acceptance love songs ever. No matter who you are it strikes a cord with you and that person(s) who you had such a strong connection with.
It's so interesting how the text and the video complement and contradict each other at the same time. Just like real life... You understand you can't be with a person, you let go and move on officially, but a part of you will always love that person. Real love lasts forever, it changes and becomes a part of you. Just like the past is a part of who you are. Beautiful Gwen and a video full of emotion... perfect combination!
I agree. I think for some people there will always be apart of them that will love the one they let go. That's life. It's not perfect, but it is what it is sometimes. Still a great song and video from Ms. Stefani. One of her best.
Quantas vezes na vida nos deparamos com amores que, por mais intensos que tenham sido, precisam seguir outro rumo?! É sobre entender que nem sempre o amor que sentimos será eterno, mas que isso não o torna menos valioso. Não há tristeza, apenas a liberdade de que o amor pode mudar de forma, mas não precisa desaparecer. Amar também é libertar, permitir que o outro seja feliz mesmo que isso signifique não estar mais ao nosso lado. Essa história nos ensina que o verdadeiro amor não é possessivo. Ele é generoso, é capaz de sorrir ao ver o outro sorrir, mesmo de longe. E, acima de tudo, ele é grato pelo que foi vivido.
Seriously I feel like this could have been a recent video. The filming and wardrobe are great but I'm over Gwens Snookie poof, it worked for the punky rockabilly look but now she just looks so much better in every other style imo. Funny how that became her signature.
It's easy to idolize this kind of relationship..and it's beautiful to see..but it's not possible for everyone. Sometimes, the best thing you can do for both of you is truly forget one another and move on.
And i feel like that type of thinking is in itself idiolize. Why because people don't want to be truly happy and obsessed with pain. There is no reason why this type of relationship shouldnt work. Why it doesnt because people are inherently selfish and want their cake and eat it too or refuse tp move on. If you cant picture yourself in this type of relationship then you haven't truly moved on and are not confident enough to. Obvious exceptions are for abusive/toxic relationships but thats it.
@@tammynjruso1462 It doesnt have to be like that. If you have to forget then you're still hurting. The best way to move on is to embrace the hurt as you go along, never suppress them.
@@nancyfischer4875 I guess she got the best quality you could get, that’s why it looks so real. She said the record company paid for it “back when they used to give you money for videos” haha
Agreed. It looks like a heartbreaking acceptance, and the way he looks at her, he knows. What do you think he’s supposed to be feeling based on the actor’s facial expressions? Is it guilt?
This is a song/video that definitely hits different as an adult. If you're in your late teens early 20's, revisit this song in 10 to 15 years and you'll see. It sure hit differently for me now at 35. I was 17 when this came out.
38 and still hit in so many ways , we were too young to understand this master piece when it was realease as of now i can tell that it is part of life soundtrack , such an amazing song , video and gwen stefani looks OMG no word .
Now I’m 40. Remember I’ve heard and like this song when I was i my early 20s . Had my first boyfriend. Now we both married to other people, have kids. Still sporadically contact him because he is also my colleage. Yup, I know we are cool.
Listening in 2022 and this song still gives me chills. One of her best songs and it brings so much nostalgia, so many memories, so many tears and understanding. One of my favorite songs for life.
It’s SO absolutely without a doubt masterfully done. The feeling it inspires is incredible. I watch this video over and over more than I’d like to admit!
@@MothmanBaddie It's true. Memories of a love that now seems so far,...the time went by fast, and we remember the simple things, the time spent, the kisses, the thoughts and the feelings we felt in those days, hanging around, sharing experiences,... the heart was open...the future seemed far, we were living days that today we notice how valuable they were, how much we were enjoying.... that's why the nostalgia hits hard, ...even more if we have let the bitterness and the resentment because of the bad times Poison our hearts ...as long as we are far from heal the nostalgia could hit harder and even hurt us, making us look to the past more than we should.
This song is a classic. Captured in essence like a painting about those people destined to meet but not supposed to be together. Yet, held in unspoken fond memories to be opened up on those can't sleep, late nights. Reminiscing upon a time, when one would discover so much meaning, and butterflies even in hearing that person call their name.
Or its simply about Gwen stefani still lusting after her old lover and inviting his present wife to act in the song while she plays out the scenario of cheating with the husband who is her ex. As much as i used to love this song, this disturbing discovery made it dirty for me. I wish i never watched the video and just listened to the audio as i did in my uni days. I do understand however that everyone can take the lyrics and apply it to their life.
@@Katarina23 You misunderstood the video. She’s happy he’s moved on, she’s glad that she can spend time with him and his new girl- everything’s good with them. But seeing him brings back all the old memories of when they were together- which is totally normal and understandable. Nowhere in the video is a scenario of cheating implied whatsoever. The scenes with Gwen and the guy are simply sweet MEMORIES from the past.
@@Katarina23 oh yes that's what I was thinking, the entire video is sensual and if you watch it without the volume you realize she's like yeah I'm going to bounce on him as soon as she's not watching 🤫🚀
I wish there were more songs with themes about love like this. About moving on and still having love and respect for the other even afterwards. I think it's beautiful when people are able to maintain a healthy friendship after a break-up. Still having that mutual love and respect for the other, cheering them on as they progress in life....now that's pure innocent love.
I'm fairly sure this song is about Tony, the No Doubt bassist who she was on and off with for many, many years. When this song was written, both had settled down in their own marriages.
Pretty sure you are misreading this completely. Go back and watch the video more carefully and look for the cheering you are writing about. The song is pure irony.
This song really reminds me of my ex-boyfriend. We were dating when this song first got released back in 2005. We were only teens at the time. He really loved this song and so did I. He always talked about how cool it would be if we were still cool if we ever split up everytime we heard the song. I always told him not to talk such nonsense, naively thinking we would never break up. Anyways, we ended up parting ways. Didn't see or run into each other for years. We eventually ran into each other years later as adults and it wasn't awkward or anything. We hugged each other like we were old friends from childhood and chatted for a bit. But before we parted ways, he said to me, "We're cool, right?". I smiled and replied "Always". Thinking of the Gwen song we both adored as teens.
For me this is one of Gwen's best songs. One of my most favorite songs and one of the best music videos i've seen. The lyrics and the melody, the music video's mood & location, simply perfect. Timeless!
This could literally be a film. They really nailed the theme, the story, acting, costumes, everything. And sans the video, the song is still so good and stands on its own. Can’t get enough
I think this song shows that no matter how we think we've moved on or how many years has passed, and even if you part as friends, it still brings so many memories when you see each other. The memories just keep coming, like a flood. You're happy at first, but then you're sad. just my feeling about this song. I love it, it's very beautiful.
The way the smile leaves her face when she sees them holding hands. MY GOD it’s so good, so subtle but so so much emotion. That feeling of being happy for someone you once loved, but still having that regret of “what if?”
This song makes me feel nostalgic and even shed a few tears, it brings back many memories of my adolescence with loves from the past, friends who are no longer here, and all those experiences that have made us what we are now, what beautiful times. Thank you Gwen Stefani for this gem.
It's crazy how you dated someone and remain good friends and yet you want the best for them but it kills you seeing them with someone other than you but yet again it's cool
I love the fact that Gwen was able to create two masterpieces inspired by her feelings for her former bandmate Tony Kanal. "Don't Speak", initially a love song, it changed when he broke up the relationship wanting to remain just friends, becoming the classic we all know, love and relate to. Years late Gwen wrote "Cool" for Tony, inspired by her longstanding friendship after their long teenage romantic relationship. In fact, Tony's then girlfriend and current wife, Erin Lokitz, portrays the "New Girlfriend" in this video. LOVE IT 💜
Not completely true. “Cool” was co-written by Dallas Austin (who also produced the song). Inspired by his relationship with TLC member Chilli. He was originally gonna give it to them, but after their breakup, they got another song instead. Gwen helped Dallas finish the lyrics because she connected with the song due to her relationship with Tony from No Doubt.
@@aftertaste05 That's very interesting! Thank you. My knowledge was that Dallas Austin composed the music and after his own break-up he gave another song to TLC and this to Gwen, and that she had wrote the lyrics. But in fact the backstory of how it become the song we know it's very interesting and so connected with romantic relationships.
I know the word “iconic” gets thrown around so much these days but this video truly is ICONIC. The visuals, the acting, the facial expressions, the aesthetic and of course the song, all of it blends so beautifully. The message behind it also makes it that much more intriguing, so much emotion, it’s like watching a high fashion short film but shows love and loss and the melancholy of being friends again. This was peak Gwen in my opinion and I hope to show my grandkids one day. One of the best music videos of all time and an artistic gift ❤️
After all these years, this song still pulls on my heart strings. I'm curious if anyone ever thought the same thing as me. About how the song is about her being cool with her ex and moving on and everything. But the video clearly also shows some tension. With an accidental touch, how it brings back memories. How they look into each others eyes as though they are trying to convey something that they dare not say with words. Lastly, the scenes of Gwen singing it and looking just so terribly sad. I wonder if it was all intentional. Was all meant to subliminally say: "I'm cool....but" Or am I just soooo reading into nothing.? lol
I think you’re not reading too much into it. Returned to this song today after years and there are so many things going on I didn’t notice before. Those looks she gives are definitely not accidental.
Well, she means it when she says they're cool, but there will always be tension given the history, the memories and probably the connection. But that's part of being friends as ex lovers. And what this video and song shows that it's mature and loving to be cool, despite it all. She's even hanging out with his new fiance.
@@dasualbert6798 Based on the tone of the song, it sounds almost sad rather than cheerful. It sounds like she's briefly nostalgic. This is my interpretation. None of us know can say for sure how she feels
@@dasualbert6798 if they truly were 'cool', the music video wouldn't have shot after shot of her and the actor's time when they were dating, her romping forlornly on her bed by herself clearly wanting company, or close ups of each other's faces and eyes. Come on, they couldn't have bashed us over the head any harder with imagery explaining how much she wishes she can turn back time. 75% of communication is non verbal, this is the same with music videos as well. The lyrics make up for 25% of the songs meaning. The rest 75% of the cinematography, music beat and tone, show the real picture.
The locations, the outfits, the lighting, the hairstyles, the body language... everything is so wonderfully executed in this music video. A true work of art. Oh, and the song still sounds so fresh even 16 years later!
Absolutely. I still think so today after 15 years.
yes i agree, im 54 and find it Carry Grant endearing..
The location. I'm ltalian and yes... We have beautiful places to live here
I KNOOOWWW RIGHHT. I KEEP COMING BACK TO THIS SONG WHEN IM FEELING NOSTALGIC ABOUT THE PAST. HELL YES WE ARE THAT OLD lol
and no smart phones
This song reminds me of all the beautiful and wonderful times I never had.
Doesn't matter bro.
Many people have them and don't appreciate them anyway.
Appreciating what you've got, whether it looks desirable from the outset or not, that's my highest ideal.
2me4irl
Better of without them .
I can relate so much with this. There’s even a word in german for feeling nostalgic about something that you did not lived in the first place
U will👍
I love that so many people, like myself, are coming back to this song as an adult after hearing it as a kid. We can fully appreciate the lyrics now.
We can now feel them, it's our story now :'(
Qq
Some of us never left. 😂
Watched it as an adult before and now, 2023, lyrics still mean the same thing, absolutely love it!
Ms stefani was lovely what a babe
Gwen was perfect to be an actress too, her facial expressions here are amazing, she's so expressive in every emotion, the sad smile, plastic laugh, the look.
She definitely sold every piece of this video
Even Scorsese wanted to work with her and had her act in The Aviator next to DiCaprio
I really like her original lips and gummy smile. She's such an extremely beautiful, interesting, super talented woman!
She's a big fan of Jean Harlow, such as myself, and she sometimes mimics her way of speaking and acting. She portrayed her in the Aviator, she really wanted to have that part.
@@jessiestoykova Yup
When you finally meet the love of your life and you did not end up together, this song will pierce through your heart.
if I wanted to be attacked, I would've asked for it 😅
Totally agree
Already there, brother
There is a reason why they didn't end up together. And it looks like it was for the best. Sometimes loving someone and losing them is better than staying and making the relationship sour.
Yeah 🥺
She made peace that she wasn't the "one" for him and that he found his true love, but still feels waves of pain that they never worked out.
Yessss you can see they still love each other too😢
And that's a layer added with the video...On the lyrics it just sounds like she's totally over it and I find this really cool
really COOL 😂
Oh shut up bro 😂😂
This song was actually written for TLC and was about group member Chilli. Dallas Austin thought he moved on from there relationship but wasnt so thats why he ended up giving the song to Gwen
Whoever made this video is a genius. Visually, the cinematography is soooo goood, the feelings behind the acting.... A masterpiece. I hope I will be able to go to Como one day, hopefully soon.
Villa Erba on Lake Como, Italy
@@lndlsdlnd it's so beautiful
Here's the obligatory "underrated" moron that's in every comment section on TH-cam
And the “actress” of the wife was Tony’s real wife. So many layers!
@@margaesperanza who's Tony?
The subtlety of this video is so strikingly powerful. The song alone does not tell the story the music video does. This 4 minute video is one of the most emotionally captivating pieces of media I’ve ever seen in my life. It is perfect. I tell myself I won’t cry, but as soon as 0:43, I can’t hold back the tears, every time
They stop making art peices videos for songs as it was before.
I agree . It's a beautiful sad movie in 4 minutes
I couldn’t agree more! This song makes me cry every time and this video is perfect!
the fact that this is one of the happiest break up songs makes it one of the hardest to listen to
Точно в цель!
I would say That is sad but in another way. Nostalgic and grown up way
Spoiler it doesn’t have to be earnest.
😢😢😢😢😢 agreeed
🥲🥲🥲
I went to a wedding reception for my ex and his new wife, and I was at Kohl's buying them a gift, and this song came on the store, and it proves that God is a DJ. It summed the moment up perfectly. Everyone was with who they were to be with. And we were all cool.
"And we were all cool". Were you, though?
❤
Isn’t it funny how things in life line up like that?! Happens to me quite a bit in the car listening to the radio. I always take those moments as signs.
awww
That's not how it works...
This is one of the best excecuted music videos of all time.
I agree, it has always been one of my favorite musice videos (and the song is amazing too).
Totally agree
💯!!
It sends shivers up my spine every time I watch it!!!
1000 % agree! A masterpiece and captures the bittersweet feeling better than anything else
This song makes me cry for the days this came out. 2004-2012 had some of the best yrs and now being older, 40, it means more now. Its like having a relationship with the past. You moved on, but nothing will compare.
I was a student at that period 2004-2008 and was listening to Gwen Stefani’s songs. Cool, Early Winter, What are you waiting for, The Sweet Escape…
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Whoever came up with the concept of this video was spot on. The setting, editing, lighting, wardrobe, hair, makeup, and overall mood was perfect. Gwen looked very pretty in both the blonde and brown hair.
@hazel dell gwen wrote this song about her ex boyfriend who also happened to be her bandmate 🙂
Sophie Muller, that's the director
@@soaribb32 She did a great job!
@v i c t o r I agree!
@@dhruvadeshmukh1248 Wow, Gwen did a great job with this song!
Brown hair Gwen Stefani really, really works. Like really well.
Ikr. Looks attractive either way
+Chris Thompson I was thinking that too!! it fits very well on her!
+Chris Thompson Wow... what a brown girl!
Brown hair is her natural hair color actually.. Can you believe that??
Me too
how the fuck is this music video not in a museum, preserved forever, this is a masterpiece.
TH-cam is arguably music's museum!
call me by your name level gorg (the italian one, though no shade to lil nas x)
not sure how many times I've watched it now
Right? Literally such a beautiful music video
Thank you!
Bellissima ❤adoro il fatto che la Gwen bionda coi capelli corti rappresenti i sentimenti della Gwen castana del passato. Nella sua mente lei torna ad essere in parte presente e quindi accettazione e in parte passato,un pizzico di nostalgia.
Questo video è una droga per gli occhi e per il cuore ❤
Spiegazione perfetta 🥰
The sadness and acceptance wrapped in this video.
What brilliant comment...this song always brings a tear to my eyes ..its Brilliant x
Sadness for old memories,not for something negative, that's why this video makes so many people cry
@@MiguelCoRo this song made me cry. A lot
Seriously.... after three years of separation we are finally getting divorced and he has a new girlfriend already so regardless of everything we share two beautiful kids and have no choice but to accept what it is and be happy that we are cool
It’s intense. I feel that.
This song has always made me feel a certain kinda way, what a classic
Nicholas Tyler same
caitlynn fair I heard it blasting out of someone’s car on a sunny day Monday 💛
Reminds me of summer. Most songs that remind me of summer remind me of a specific summer . .the summer I was 13 or the summer I was 25. But this one is different -- it just reminds me of summer in general.
My wife and I kissing
I just discovered this sound a few days ago and I love it. In addition it dates from 2005, I was 10 years old.
This could literally be a film. They really nailed the theme, the story, acting, costumes, everything. And sans the video, the song is still so good and stands on its own. Can’t get enough 😌
This is film sweetie
Right? Director Sophie Muller is superb at what she does
They should make a movie about Gwen 😭
I would like to watch a movie about this.
Hi I recommend an indie rock song and video called 'Thrive' By Robert Nix
Este video….. es una obra de arte… increíble me llena de nostalgia….. de que en la vida hay que ir cosas para poder seguir adelante incluso con el dolor del alma….
Not everyone knows this but the person who directed this music video, Sophie Muller, is the same director who directed the video for Mr. Brightside. You can really see the similarities between both videos especially with the close up shots. She definitely deserves praise for directing these two masterpieces.
Ahhh. That's for this info. I'll look into her. I can totally see the similarities.
Aww two of my favorite music videos/songs as a teenager. Love this detail.
Whoaa you're right wtf even the color palette is similar lol
She also directed Maroon 5’s “she will be loved” music video, same vibe, another masterpiece
Oh yes, now I see it!
This song still fucks me up. The lyrics are so real.
Same here
maybe it's time to let go.
this song still makes me teary eyed when I hear it. It fucks me up too.
D todasdeज़,
shut the fuck up you stupid bitch
This music video makes me nostalgic about growing up in italy, and i never even lived there.
Damn 😂😂😂
Maja lmaooo
You did in your dream tho lol
😂😂😂 DEAD
Maja 🤣
This video haunts and amazes me years later. Gwen is beyond stunning. And while it’s not me, there is a class of people who do live like this. But I know we’re cool.
This is Gwen Stefani's best song, and the video is just so beautiful. I still cry every time I watch it.
This or 'Don't Speak'
This and "simple kind of life" are my favorite of hers.
This is by far her best song with a truly deep message and meaning.
Ditto.
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Same here. My ex-fiancé and I are still very good friends as well, so I get it.
Everything about this video has a strong hidden message. The ones that the singer could never tell. The accidental bump, the short glimpses, damn, even the sipping of the coffee..and who could forget that last shot where he's holding the other girl's hands and not hers (sigh). now leave me alone and let me cry in my room the whole day.
+bartzky10- Yes I think it's such a beautiful performance! I used to take the song literal, but then when I watched the video closely, you can see that it's not completely cool and it will always be difficult. But if you really love and respect the other two people, you will try to deal with it. At least that's how I feel. It's sad but it shows how when you try to deal with tough situations like this in a mature way, in stead of having things black and white in let's say your teenage years.
(not you personally, I mean in general)
+bartzky10- Maybe the video portrayed that, but the whole song was about her relationship with her old band member, who she is still good friends with.
+KennEH yup Tony :)
+Diletta Dile you cry?
+bartzky10- i don't know if im wrong but at the end we see them running all together to the lake . and it looks like the same lake they've been hanging at for their whole relationship ( como lake in this clip ) .
So to me the meaning is, they" moved on" but she still attached to the memories and still decided to stay close to their story by even buying a house near to what's linked to their past.
Released on July 5, 2005. Exactly 15 years ago. This song has definitely stood the test of time.
Ñ0ñ
The song and video is and always will be a classic for us romantic types.
because it depicts the pop era of the 80s, duh!
I ALREADY HAVE IN LOVE WITH GWEN SINCE I WAS 5 .LOVE FROM INDONESIA ❤ AND LOVE ANGEL MUSIC BABY IS MY FAV ALBUM EVER
Аминь!
I don't wish anyone to get into a situation like in this video, this unpleasant aftertaste always remains inside the soul (which I experienced on my own skin)
The intro they added to the video version just makes the song even more gorgeous, melancholy and just wonderful
Agreed!!! 😘😘😘
Can we just appreciate everything especially brunette Gwen’s wardrobe!!
I thought that was someone else. Gotta get my eyes checked
yeah its like the 1950s early 60's look
Absolutely love it!
So true!😍 This is the comment i was looking for.😂
And the haaaair color so beautiful!!!
Every single outfit she wears in this video is flawless.
As is she. ❤️
facts
I had been wanting all of those dresses/skirts and tops since I was 13😂 now(27) I can finally wear them because they are in style and now I also know how to sew so I can make whatever I want.
@@monicani7478 S A M E 😂😂
She herself is flawless
This, in my opinion, is this very best song Gwen has ever written. And the video is pure art, too!
Hands down one of the best pop songs and music videos in history
REALLY? gaga is better :* ;)
Joseph V He did embarrassed himself. I agree tho, this is one of the best.
How in the hell is this the greatest in history. My word. There's a big world out there. You think this tune is better than "Happy" for instance?
nyguy18 Why are you being so aggressive? In my opinion, this song is one of the greatest pop songs in history. Apparently so, in your opinion, Happy is one of the greatest. Can't others have different opinions to you?
Fine. You can have your opinion. It is the comments section to this video, after all. From my perspective I just felt like I was in the twilight zone with this opinion and people agreeing with it. It's a B level song in my opinion and In my opinion this isn't even one of Gwen's best songs.
This video will live forever. The romance in this video is so pure.
IKR. Gwen is stunningly beautiful. The song and the video are both tremendously gorgeous.
you
This song is toxic for those who wish to move on.
Yeah, but it's fucking true. You know you never end up with the love of your life. You watch them live in mediocrity with someone else.
Well that's a depressing thought. I am married to the love of my life, ten years now. Hopefully we last forever.
As an adult the lyrics hit different 🥺
Deadass !
sim kkk
yesssss its such a good post breakup song when looking forwardtobetter future times
🥃🫂
Oh most definitely 💯😄 .. Especially now when ur older & pay more attention to the lyrics as u listen to them.
I truly believe this is one of the greatest breakup acceptance love songs ever. No matter who you are it strikes a cord with you and that person(s) who you had such a strong connection with.
It's so interesting how the text and the video complement and contradict each other at the same time. Just like real life... You understand you can't be with a person, you let go and move on officially, but a part of you will always love that person. Real love lasts forever, it changes and becomes a part of you. Just like the past is a part of who you are. Beautiful Gwen and a video full of emotion... perfect combination!
I agree. I think for some people there will always be apart of them that will love the one they let go. That's life. It's not perfect, but it is what it is sometimes. Still a great song and video from Ms. Stefani. One of her best.
This comment made me cry. Thanks lol
your comment is on point! hurting because it is true..
the right person...the wrong time (weeping)
so sad :(
THEY FUCKING SHARE A KISS THROUGH THE CUPS AT THE END OF THE VIDEO THE ARTISTRY THE ELEGANCE AND THE EFFORTLESSNESS
Luis Martinez yeees!!
Luis Martinez I freaking know! I think this is one of the greatest stories ever told in a music video.
Yeh that was masterful..who thinks of something like that?! very well done.
Luis Martinez nice choice of words
Luis Martinez your comment made mre enjoy this song in a new way. thank you sir.
Anyone else think that she’s just stunning as the brunette
I'm a natural blond and dyed my hair dark auburn for a few months after a breakup...the men came out of the woodwork everywhere I went LOL
Sally Smith doesn’t she look like Alyssa Milano?
Sally Smith most definitely
sucks because she was a natural brunette too! Suits her best!
YES😍😍😍😍
Quantas vezes na vida nos deparamos com amores que, por mais intensos que tenham sido, precisam seguir outro rumo?! É sobre entender que nem sempre o amor que sentimos será eterno, mas que isso não o torna menos valioso. Não há tristeza, apenas a liberdade de que o amor pode mudar de forma, mas não precisa desaparecer. Amar também é libertar, permitir que o outro seja feliz mesmo que isso signifique não estar mais ao nosso lado. Essa história nos ensina que o verdadeiro amor não é possessivo. Ele é generoso, é capaz de sorrir ao ver o outro sorrir, mesmo de longe. E, acima de tudo, ele é grato pelo que foi vivido.
Nicely said
Damn those dresses are timeless! A decade later and it's still beautiful.
More like a decade and a half later
Ikr ;-)
Seriously I feel like this could have been a recent video. The filming and wardrobe are great but I'm over Gwens Snookie poof, it worked for the punky rockabilly look but now she just looks so much better in every other style imo. Funny how that became her signature.
50's style clothing has never aged
hakuna matata this song came out 16 years ago
She’s breathtakingly pretty in this video. Like... wow.
i,m agree with you
With the brunette hair! Definitely
She's gorgeous period. You must haven't seen her recently. lol. she's glowing
@@ITSMERlVER Gwen brunette. definitely, the best Gwen ever.
@@ITSMERlVER Yeah for sure!
It's easy to idolize this kind of relationship..and it's beautiful to see..but it's not possible for everyone. Sometimes, the best thing you can do for both of you is truly forget one another and move on.
Sad
Forget like they never existed or forever be hurt :(
And i feel like that type of thinking is in itself idiolize. Why because people don't want to be truly happy and obsessed with pain. There is no reason why this type of relationship shouldnt work. Why it doesnt because people are inherently selfish and want their cake and eat it too or refuse tp move on. If you cant picture yourself in this type of relationship then you haven't truly moved on and are not confident enough to. Obvious exceptions are for abusive/toxic relationships but thats it.
@@tammynjruso1462 It doesnt have to be like that. If you have to forget then you're still hurting. The best way to move on is to embrace the hurt as you go along, never suppress them.
I'd say in most cases it's best to stay out of each other's lives and move on.
Imagine having a new boyfriend who takes you to meet his ex. You roll up to this giant house and Gwen Stefani walks out. 😂
Brunette gwen’s style here is iconic
Honestlyyy I just wanna know how she does her hair 😭
@@OhLatte the brunette is a $7000 lace front wig she had made for the video! Insane. Looks so good
Yes I could tell it was laced but why so much
@@nancyfischer4875 I guess she got the best quality you could get, that’s why it looks so real. She said the record company paid for it “back when they used to give you money for videos” haha
@@S71597 omg, and all this time I thought it was real. I don't even know about lace wigs when this came out, i was like 14.
She looks good.
This song hits harder as you get older.
❤❤❤
ABSOLUTELY
I liked it slightly as a kid now I adore it
Yeah I’m here in 2024. Should probably see a psychiatrist
Absolutamente ❤
The song say one thing, BUT the video show something else. The face, and emotions of Gwen are perfect.
Agreed. It looks like a heartbreaking acceptance, and the way he looks at her, he knows. What do you think he’s supposed to be feeling based on the actor’s facial expressions? Is it guilt?
Isnt like the other actress tony real wife?😮
Feelings things felt unsaid
2:38
i cant believe she never tried acting fr. like every major popstar did/does, but she never did... like thats crazyyy
Ooh the nostalgia 😌 love that feeling when you find an old song
just try with Etta James. pick it up "at last".
Does this song make anyone else cry
I did tsk
emily eter yup me
haha omg i feel you mate
No, I am too man to admit it
yaaassss
2005: This song is pretty good.
2020: Why am I crying???
Ethan Jay Norman same
Damn the experience :(((
You finally know what the song means
same :c
Same here ♥️
This is a song/video that definitely hits different as an adult. If you're in your late teens early 20's, revisit this song in 10 to 15 years and you'll see.
It sure hit differently for me now at 35. I was 17 when this came out.
This could of been an entire movie alone I’ll watch it in a heartbeat is Cool🧡🌻
38 and still hit in so many ways , we were too young to understand this master piece when it was realease as of now i can tell that it is part of life soundtrack , such an amazing song , video and gwen stefani looks OMG no word .
Now I’m 40. Remember I’ve heard and like this song when I was i my early 20s . Had my first boyfriend.
Now we both married to other people, have kids. Still sporadically contact him because he is also my colleage. Yup, I know we are cool.
Same
Same age! This song and video hits hella different after 30
This song makes a person, miss someone you don't know, a place that don't exist and a time you don't remember❤❤❤
This video is a masterpiece.
mrschaplin17 and the song too. Memories. Lol
mrschaplin17 Schwing!
Is like a 60' Italian movie 😊
+J M D If you ever have the chance to spend a few days at Lake Como...it will be definitely one of the highlights of your life 😉
can t agree more
Listening in 2022 and this song still gives me chills. One of her best songs and it brings so much nostalgia, so many memories, so many tears and understanding. One of my favorite songs for life.
It’s SO absolutely without a doubt masterfully done. The feeling it inspires is incredible. I watch this video over and over more than I’d like to admit!
This could of been an entire movie alone I’ll watch it in a heartbeat is Cool🧡🌻
@@MothmanBaddie It's true. Memories of a love that now seems so far,...the time went by fast, and we remember the simple things, the time spent, the kisses, the thoughts and the feelings we felt in those days, hanging around, sharing experiences,... the heart was open...the future seemed far, we were living days that today we notice how valuable they were, how much we were enjoying.... that's why the nostalgia hits hard, ...even more if we have let the bitterness and the resentment because of the bad times Poison our hearts ...as long as we are far from heal the nostalgia could hit harder and even hurt us, making us look to the past more than we should.
I ear you 💔
@@MothmanBaddie I do too
This is actually a timeless MASTERPIECE.
Conceptually, musically, lyrically.
This song means so much. 🎶🎧😌
I’m 32 now but I remember watching this on mtv summer nights/mornings around Jr. High… always swooned over Gwen in this video… still do!
It's 2024. Always loved this song.
Ditto
So much truthful reality to which many of us can relate♥️
This song always reminds me of " My Best Friends Wedding"
So .... what does 2024 have to do with you loving the song??
Me too
Almost 14 years... Unbelievable!!! I still love this song so bad and I still can relate to it so much!!!
holdish
it's been 9 years, don't make me feel old yet
Davi Dias lmao I was just thinking that
@@TheDvwolf OK, I made a mistake in my previous comment (now it's correct) but it's not 9 years, it's almost 14 years because it's a 2005 song.
I was in my teenage! And in this moment is the true
ThisIsTheMusicTV 👍
The fact that Gwen and Tony still managed to work together in No Doubt for many years after breaking up was cool.
Loved the collaboration between them all respect and love for growth
That’s Tony’s wife in the video playing the new girlfriend ❤
It’s more common than you think. Simone Simons and Mark Jansen for example and til this day Epica continues to make awesome music and they still tour.
It's a job
Is that tony in the video?
The Ultimate Breakup Song! Absolutely plays like a Perfect Dream from Beginning to End! Thank you Gwen for this Masterpiece! 💔💛🕊🕊
This song is a classic. Captured in essence like a painting about those people destined to meet but not supposed to be together. Yet, held in unspoken fond memories to be opened up on those can't sleep, late nights. Reminiscing upon a time, when one would discover so much meaning, and butterflies even in hearing that person call their name.
Exactly!
Or its simply about Gwen stefani still lusting after her old lover and inviting his present wife to act in the song while she plays out the scenario of cheating with the husband who is her ex. As much as i used to love this song, this disturbing discovery made it dirty for me. I wish i never watched the video and just listened to the audio as i did in my uni days. I do understand however that everyone can take the lyrics and apply it to their life.
@@Katarina23 You misunderstood the video. She’s happy he’s moved on, she’s glad that she can spend time with him and his new girl- everything’s good with them. But seeing him brings back all the old memories of when they were together- which is totally normal and understandable. Nowhere in the video is a scenario of cheating implied whatsoever. The scenes with Gwen and the guy are simply sweet MEMORIES from the past.
@@Katarina23 you clearly did not understand it all
@@Katarina23 oh yes that's what I was thinking, the entire video is sensual and if you watch it without the volume you realize she's like yeah I'm going to bounce on him as soon as she's not watching 🤫🚀
I miss the time when music video is like a whole movie
Same
Wildest dreams from TS. love ittt. Hope you like it too
I It this soft porn shit
now most music vids are like strip clubs with cheap ass hoes, Ariana where are you? lol
@@chacho786 how about when music videos are fictional movie trailers
I adore her dresses/bathing suits in this video. Also, the visuals are fantastic. Definitely one of her best songs.
This could of been an entire movie alone I’ll watch it in a heartbeat is Cool🧡🌻
I honestly think she was more influential in the fashion world than in music.
Very italian style...
Hi I recommend an indie rock song and video called 'Thrive' By Robert Nix
Эта песня напоминает мне обо всех прекрасных и чудесных временах, которых у меня было много и их не повторить)
I wish there were more songs with themes about love like this. About moving on and still having love and respect for the other even afterwards. I think it's beautiful when people are able to maintain a healthy friendship after a break-up. Still having that mutual love and respect for the other, cheering them on as they progress in life....now that's pure innocent love.
I'm fairly sure this song is about Tony, the No Doubt bassist who she was on and off with for many, many years. When this song was written, both had settled down in their own marriages.
@@cutepiku yes it is about Tony. Gwen has stated such.
Pretty sure you are misreading this completely. Go back and watch the video more carefully and look for the cheering you are writing about. The song is pure irony.
I think "Thank You Next" from Ariana also is a good breakup but i still respect you and love you
grande rainha né mano
This isn't simply a tune, this is art.
I really wish this was a movie tho >_
Listen to "In Only Seven Days" by Queen, it was inspired by it.
@@freakishmish7460 watch call me by your name
Nope.. just a song
YES
As a blonde... Shes stunning.
As a brunette... She's in another dimension.
She is gorgeous as a brunette. Blake is a lucky man.
She’s just stunning in any colour ❤
Oh no I think I'm in love with 2004 Gwen!
Y god y!
Why do I do this to myself....
In her natural brunette colour, she looks a lot like Alyssa Milano.
@@oilersridersbluejays yes. A much hotter Alyssa Milano
This is Gwen's greatest song! This music video is a masterpiece too!
I wish this was a movie.
It is. A short film.
@@gregmottola8539 Really!? Could you tell me the name, please?
@@luciarivero4828 its called "secret between us"
AJ 77 Its more Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams in The Notebook
This is basically La-La Land in a nutshell.
I can’t get over how gorgeous this video is
Elizabeth M same!!!
This song really reminds me of my ex-boyfriend. We were dating when this song first got released back in 2005. We were only teens at the time. He really loved this song and so did I. He always talked about how cool it would be if we were still cool if we ever split up everytime we heard the song. I always told him not to talk such nonsense, naively thinking we would never break up. Anyways, we ended up parting ways. Didn't see or run into each other for years. We eventually ran into each other years later as adults and it wasn't awkward or anything. We hugged each other like we were old friends from childhood and chatted for a bit. But before we parted ways, he said to me, "We're cool, right?". I smiled and replied "Always". Thinking of the Gwen song we both adored as teens.
I cried
My heart ♥️😭
ok, if this story is real..... its cool indeed
OMG!! I cried 😭😢
That's a beautiful story 😊
This is just classic! Nobody can forget this
For me this is one of Gwen's best songs. One of my most favorite songs and one of the best music videos i've seen. The lyrics and the melody, the music video's mood & location, simply perfect. Timeless!
Tony was and is will always be apart of her
Agree with you. Beautiful theme. very beautiful.
And the fashion 😍
Is one of my. Top 5 favorite song of hers ..i love all her music ...rock .pop .acid ..melodies .she is just brilliant and amazing at her craft
The video was taken in Villa Erba, Lago di Como
I think is safe to say. This is one of the best music videos ever made in american music history. This director is a badass
The video was shot in Italy 🇮🇹 on lake Como.
My favorite,. best ever. the Cool video. The worse sentence ever. You get the point.
I agree. There's also a MV category I call "I have a budget" and the best in that category is "The Way I Am" by Ingrid Michaelson.
Yeh b****
also, Villa Erba in Cernobbio, so stunning
This could literally be a film. They really nailed the theme, the story, acting, costumes, everything. And sans the video, the song is still so good and stands on its own. Can’t get enough
I so wish it was made into a film! Ripe for a Netflix treatment!!!
@@jordanodwyer6552 Por favor apoyen a mis chicos de música, como el amor que les di, les deseo siempre felicidad.
@@jordanodwyer6552 Por favor apoyen a mis chicos de música, como el amor que les di, les deseo siempre felicidad.
seems to have a significantly better plot than a 2 hour romcom!
You just stole someone else's comment 😂 thief
Magical part : 1:32 🎶🎶😍
Gwen Stefany looks great with light brown hair...so beautifull..
Henrry Alain , but most women who go the blond way NEVER come back.
She looks innocent and adorable
Victoria Lyre , true.
I,m agree with you
Stefani
I think this song shows that no matter how we think we've moved on or how many years has passed, and even if you part as friends, it still brings so many memories when you see each other. The memories just keep coming, like a flood. You're happy at first, but then you're sad. just my feeling about this song. I love it, it's very beautiful.
This could of been an entire movie alone I’ll watch it in a heartbeat is Cool
I luv you Xox
Great vid.
I’m feeling it, too.
It’s real & it’s spectacular ♥️♥️🚢
So well put.
It’s 2019 and her style is still relevant . Love her dress 😍
Oh me gee yaasss! Like all the outfits !!!
Yeah me too... ;-)
ALWAYS love her dress
Because her style is classic with an edge
She's illuminati. Save your soul, stop listening to her.
God bless you!
So pretty with the dark hair
The way the smile leaves her face when she sees them holding hands. MY GOD it’s so good, so subtle but so so much emotion. That feeling of being happy for someone you once loved, but still having that regret of “what if?”
I know exactly what you are saying
This song makes me feel nostalgic and even shed a few tears, it brings back many memories of my adolescence with loves from the past, friends who are no longer here, and all those experiences that have made us what we are now, what beautiful times.
Thank you Gwen Stefani for this gem.
A very real feeling
I feel the same ❤
Same ❤❤
I feel you....
It's crazy how you dated someone and remain good friends and yet you want the best for them but it kills you seeing them with someone other than you but yet again it's cool
confirmo, duele pero a la final asi debe ser
Agree
Every night I keep telling myself that it's nothing and I should get over it only to cry minutes later.
@@adude8424 are you doing okay now it's been a month!? 😣 I Really know how it feels so hope ur okay and feel a bit better now 💖
It’s never cool.
one of the best pop videos by a female I've ever seen.. so gorgeous.
exactly
Exactly. She brought beauty without having to take off her clothes, this is so elegant in comparison to most female pop artists.
Yep
it's perfect!!
Totally!!!
This is the best Versace ad I've ever seen
You get a thumbs up for the lol factor!
Lol facts 😂 😁 😁
The style is more D&G
Maybe more Marc Jacobs
OMG I spat my drink out laughing when I read that! Nice one!
I love the fact that Gwen was able to create two masterpieces inspired by her feelings for her former bandmate Tony Kanal. "Don't Speak", initially a love song, it changed when he broke up the relationship wanting to remain just friends, becoming the classic we all know, love and relate to. Years late Gwen wrote "Cool" for Tony, inspired by her longstanding friendship after their long teenage romantic relationship. In fact, Tony's then girlfriend and current wife, Erin Lokitz, portrays the "New Girlfriend" in this video. LOVE IT 💜
Thanks for the information, have related to the song as that relationship you let go and they end up running back as a stranded 🐕
Coocko cockoon, isn't it?
I would not like to fly over such a nest
Not completely true. “Cool” was co-written by Dallas Austin (who also produced the song). Inspired by his relationship with TLC member Chilli. He was originally gonna give it to them, but after their breakup, they got another song instead. Gwen helped Dallas finish the lyrics because she connected with the song due to her relationship with Tony from No Doubt.
@@aftertaste05 That's very interesting! Thank you. My knowledge was that Dallas Austin composed the music and after his own break-up he gave another song to TLC and this to Gwen, and that she had wrote the lyrics. But in fact the backstory of how it become the song we know it's very interesting and so connected with romantic relationships.
@@aftertaste05 thank you for the information!
I’m just learning she wrote this masterpiece ❤
🍉🇮🇩 Kemana saja selama ini_?
I know the word “iconic” gets thrown around so much these days but this video truly is ICONIC.
The visuals, the acting, the facial expressions, the aesthetic and of course the song, all of it blends so beautifully.
The message behind it also makes it that much more intriguing, so much emotion, it’s like watching a high fashion short film but shows love and loss and the melancholy of being friends again. This was peak Gwen in my opinion and I hope to show my grandkids one day.
One of the best music videos of all time and an artistic gift ❤️
Agree
ICONIC
And the fact that it wasn't infused with uncalled for sexual scenes is so appreciated
After all these years, this song still pulls on my heart strings. I'm curious if anyone ever thought the same thing as me. About how the song is about her being cool with her ex and moving on and everything. But the video clearly also shows some tension. With an accidental touch, how it brings back memories. How they look into each others eyes as though they are trying to convey something that they dare not say with words. Lastly, the scenes of Gwen singing it and looking just so terribly sad. I wonder if it was all intentional. Was all meant to subliminally say: "I'm cool....but"
Or am I just soooo reading into nothing.? lol
I think you’re not reading too much into it. Returned to this song today after years and there are so many things going on I didn’t notice before. Those looks she gives are definitely not accidental.
Well, she means it when she says they're cool, but there will always be tension given the history, the memories and probably the connection. But that's part of being friends as ex lovers. And what this video and song shows that it's mature and loving to be cool, despite it all. She's even hanging out with his new fiance.
I ALREADY HAVE IN LOVE WITH GWEN SINCE I WAS 5 .LOVE FROM INDONESIA ❤ AND LOVE ANGEL MUSIC BABY IS MY FAV ALBUM EVER
i though the same thing!! i thought it was obvious too till i read the comments lol
I feel the same point by point T.T
I feel like she is trying to convince herself she's okay. I sense lingering feelings and a tinge of pain.
oh for sure, who can have 100% closure when we can't travel back in time yet and answer the question, 'what if?'
@@lizxu322 Ooh sad. It hurts
i think that's you. They are cool. Sometimes that happens
@@dasualbert6798 Based on the tone of the song, it sounds almost sad rather than cheerful. It sounds like she's briefly nostalgic. This is my interpretation. None of us know can say for sure how she feels
@@dasualbert6798 if they truly were 'cool', the music video wouldn't have shot after shot of her and the actor's time when they were dating, her romping forlornly on her bed by herself clearly wanting company, or close ups of each other's faces and eyes. Come on, they couldn't have bashed us over the head any harder with imagery explaining how much she wishes she can turn back time. 75% of communication is non verbal, this is the same with music videos as well. The lyrics make up for 25% of the songs meaning. The rest 75% of the cinematography, music beat and tone, show the real picture.
I truly miss loving someone like this ❤🩹
the intro, the music, the lyrics, the fashion. ICONIC GWEN!
This song will always be in my top ten love songs playlist forever!!!
What other songs are in your playlist? :)
yes, share with us!
no mames me too
You're rly beautiful!
Stephy I-J you understand this ain’t a love song right?
Let's not forget the brilliant directing by Sophie Muller which truly makes this one of the best music videos of all time.
pull your pants up, youre embarrassing yourself, again
Totally agree.
seen and better clips than this
seen and better clips than this
Thanks for the info, I was re-watching this and thinking I needed to google director and stylist!
La mejor sin dudas❤ tenía 12 años cuando la escuché por primera vez, hoy tengo 25 y me encanta todavía
We all have that "One" Person who we always think about and never forget even if we don't end up with them .... this song always brings "her" to mind
tell it to reader digest
Steve Mandl you'd rather read it in your shitter via the old digest huh. cool.
Thank god i’m too shallow i don’t think of my ex lovers romantically once they’re out of my life
Yup with my exes
This song has been stuck in my head for about 2 days now. Don't even know why or how I remembered it
Same here... I remember I liked when I was little
WolFZonE me toooooo
I was like that with 'it's my life'
***** Chicken or the egg
Jax B in mine like 10 years
2023 and it still hits hard!!! Gives me shivers
I cried back then. I cry again now! 💔
It seems like a great drama novel that I would love to read!
Not only does she look beautiful with blonde hair but, she also looks STUNNING as a brunette! ❤️️❤️️
She's perfect
Yessss I keep saying she’s soooo freaking pretty. Her smile is the cutest.😻
Wait, the brunette is her too?
Poochie Collins of course!
snowontheweb brunette is her original hair color