No Doubt is an American rock band from Anaheim, California that formed in 1986. Since 1994, the group has consisted of vocalist Gwen Stefani, bassist and keyboardist Tony Kanal, guitarist and keyboardist Tom Dumont, and drummer Adrian Young. Stefani is known for her vocal talent and also for her signature look, which includes light face powder, bright red lipstick, and arched eyebrows. She wrote about the subject in this song, asking "If the magic's in the makeup, then who am I?"

American rock band No Doubt caused a stir when this single came out on the album Rock Steady. It had a “dancehall” style and more of a pop sound than many fans expected. Singer Gwen Stefani has said that the song is about backstage post-show parties, and the groupies that hit on the guys in her band.