Gwen Stefani delivers the lyrics with more "gusto" and a slight nasal quality compared to Mark Hollis’s more monotone, "dreary" original delivery.
Reviewers often debate how this cover compares to the "sacred" original by Talk Talk. no_doubt_its_my_life_edited
Stefani portrays a "black widow" on trial for the murders of three men, played by her actual bandmates. Gwen Stefani delivers the lyrics with more "gusto"
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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".
The video, directed by , adds a narrative layer that many reviewers find more engaging than the song itself:
The Original vs. The Cover – “It's My Life” - 2 Loud 2 Old Music