‘Hard to Listen’: Gwen Stefani Criticized for Her Performance of ‘Somebody Else’s’ on ‘The Voice’ – Video
|Gwen Stefani’s heavily criticized performance of a song from her new album follows the star’s discussion about how the track came to fruition.
During a recent episode of “The Voice,” musical icon Gwen Stefani dazzled the audience with a riveting performance of her song “Somebody Else’s.” However, online viewers who watched and heard her sing criticized the performance, with some pointing out specific aspects they found fault with.
User comment about Gwen Stefani’s performance on “The Voice,” posted on December 4, 2024 | Source: YouTube/The Voice
After she was introduced, the camera zoomed in on the show’s stage to reveal an elaborate setup inspired by a gas station.
Aside from the Diesel gas pump and overhead cover, there was a parked station wagon that was surrounded by backup dancers dressed in avant-garde cowboy attire.
A view of Gwen Stefani’s backup dancers and the stage during her performance of “Somebody Else’s” on “The Voice,” posted on December 4, 2024 | Source: YouTube/The Voice
Stefani, who donned a glitzy, flowy top, denim shorts, and tan cowboy boots, emerged from the vehicle and began to belt out the lyrics to the song.
Gwen Stefani singing “Somebody Else’s.” | Source: YouTube/The Voice
The “Hollaback Girl” artist gave the performance her all, exuding palpable emotion as she strutted across the stage, while her backup dancers moved energetically around her.
Gwen Stefani and her backup dancers. | Source: YouTube/The Voice
From the cheers and waving hands spotted across the audience, it is clear that Stefani excited the crowd, who jumped and danced to the beat of the song.
However, the reception the musician received online contrasted with the audience’s reactions, as many aired their grievances with her voice.
Gwen Stefani singing and interacting with fans during her performance on “The Voice” in 2024. | Source: Getty Images
“Not a good voice to be honest,” opined a YouTuber, while another remarked, “Her annunciation [sic] of the words is definitely not up to par.”
Someone else echoed, “I wish I could have understood the words more....