Gwen Stefani Unveils Deluxe Edition of "Bouquet"
Gwen Stefani has gifted fans a deluxe edition of her 2024 album "Bouquet." This expanded release blooms with acoustic renditions of its tracks and introduces a fresh song, "Still Gonna Love You," co-crafted with Finneas O’Connell, the brother and creative partner of Billie Eilish.
Here’s what Stefani shared about the new track:
“It’s a song about love—unshakable love. The kind that stands firm through anything, that always pulls you back home no matter the storm.”
"Bouquet," which debuted in November 2024, marked Stefani’s first musical outing in seven years. It caught some fans off guard: the once-bold rebel softened her edges, delivering tender love songs steeped in country and yacht-rock vibes. The shift to country makes sense—Stefani tied the knot with country star Blake Shelton in 2021. Shelton lent his voice to the album, joining her on the duet "Purple Irises." Reviews were a mixed bouquet: some praised her heartfelt lyrics, while others found the tracks a tad underwhelming.
This year, Stefani also reunited with No Doubt for a Coachella 2024 performance, their first in nine years. The band’s comeback was a hit—they even brought out Olivia Rodrigo, a starry-eyed fan, for a rendition of "Bathwater." The warm reception sparked calls for a tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their 1995 classic, Tragic Kingdom. Meanwhile, No Doubt’s "Just a Girl" took TikTok by storm in 2024, proving its staying power. Stefani’s solo hits remain in the spotlight too—rapper Megan Thee Stallion sampled "What You Waiting For" in her track "Boa."
