| "Simple Kind of Life" | ||||
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| Single by No Doubt | ||||
| from the album Return of Saturn | ||||
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| Released | June 13, 2000 | |||
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| Length | 4:16 | |||
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| Songwriter(s) | Gwen Stefani | |||
| Producer(s) | Glen Ballard | |||
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"Simple Kind of Life" is a song written by Gwen Stefani for American rock band No Doubt's fourth album, Return of Saturn (2000). The song contrasts Stefani's desire to settle down and start a family with her commitment to the band. It received positive reviews from music critics, who noted the song's somber melody and raw lyrics.
"Simple Kind of Life" was released as the album's second single in June 2000. It became the most successful American single from Return of Saturn, but had little international success. The accompanying music video illustrates the song's themes of marriage and family.