Her intensely personal lyrics grabbed the headlines, but the bravest departure here is the way Morissette's unique vocals stand naked in the mix--a technique that drives home the painful honesty of tracks like "Right Through You," "Forgiven," and "All I Really Want." Sheryl Crow or an earthier Tori Amos are fair analogies, but Morissette is a genuine original with a rare ability to make listeners care, think, and question. --Jeff Bateman
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Jagged Little Pill
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Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette Manufacturer: Maverick ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000002MY3 Release Date: 1995-06-13 |
Tracks:
- All I Really Want
- You Oughta Know
- Perfect
- Hand In My Pocket
- Right Through You
- Forgiven
- You Learn
- Head Over Feet
- Mary Jane
- Ironic
- Not The Doctor
- Wake Up
- You Oughta Know (Alternate Take)
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Her intensely personal lyrics grabbed the headlines, but the bravest departure here is the way Morissette's unique vocals stand naked in the mix--a technique that drives home the painful honesty of tracks like "Right Through You," "Forgiven," and "All I Really Want." Sheryl Crow or an earthier Tori Amos are fair analogies, but Morissette is a genuine original with a rare ability to make listeners care, think, and question. --Jeff BatemanCustomer Reviews:
Beautifully poetic album that harnesses a spiritual energy .......2007-07-08
Okay, I've established my infatuation with this rock goddess, now back to her CD. It opens up with the catchy All I Really Want. As the rhythmic guitar and drums guide each verse, she asks questions and expresses herself with some random statements that all seem to come together.
Track two was her first release, You Oughtta Know. This is a powerful song in which the listener can vividly feel the anguish in her words. The lyrics are laced with not only pain, but also rage, sarcasm, and jealousy. It makes you wonder how far she went for revenge, the stupid ex-boyfriend undoubtedly was looking behind his back for months afterward.
Then there is a mellow tune called Perfect. She sings about some parents that have unreasonable expectations for their child.
A somber, bluesy sound comes next in Hand in my Pocket. Miss Morissette skillfully adds to this melodic piece with her harmonica. With her words she expresses a very humble, down-to-earth persona that I really admire.
Then comes a great song about female empowerment called Right Through You. She boldly states that she sees through the games and won't be disrespected.
The remainder of Jagged Little Pill is all super, with the songs Head Over Feet and Ironic highlighting this second half.
Overall, this is a landmark album that features basic and inseperable elements of love and pain, fear and strength, and truth and happiness. It's worth owning if you're a fan of music, poetry, or even the power of the human spirit.
A Complete Effort From Start to Finish.......2007-06-30
Many may be turned off by Morissette's raspy and screeching voice. However, Morissette demonstrates she has great vocal range - especially on "Jagged Little Pill". Barry Gibb built his falsetto into his own personal trademark and an integral part of his vocals. In a way, Morissette has established a trademark with her raspy and screechy voice. But as you listen to the voice, it is folded into her music at the appropriate times - making it very effective. Morissette's contributions focus around vocals, but she also contributes some harmonica.
A lot of credit for this album should go to Morissette's producer and collaborator, Glen Ballard. Ballard, does a great job at co-writing the music for the songs - providing a good mix of electric and acoustic guitars (which Ballard plays along with keyboards on several tracks). It is also clear that Ballard does a very effective job as a producer and gets the most out of Morissette on each of these tracks.
It is best looking at this track by track.
"All I Really Want": This song gives us an introduction to Morissette, the trademark screeching, her terrific vocal ranges, and some terrific electric guitar. We hear the anger in the lyrics - "I like to reel it in and then spit it out; I'm frustrated by your apathy", yet the lyrics "And all I really want is some patience; A way to calm the angry voice" indicate Morissette may want to calm it down a bit.
"You Oughta Know": Now I look at this song with sheer genius. The song deals with Morissette's angry reaction of being jilted by her lover. While the song starts with Morissette taking the high road, it launches into a scathing attack on her former lover. Terrific guitar and bass work by Dave Navarro and Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers respectively really add to the effect, but ultimately it will be Morissette's outstanding vocal range that will bring this song to life.
"Perfect": This is another song where Morissette's vocal range really helps bring the song to life. The acoustic guitar start translated into the harder electric guitar is brilliant. Morissette plays the role of a strong mother putting pressure on her child for perfection.
"Hand in My Pocket": Morissette doesn't demonstrate the anger that is seen on the previous tracks. We hear some of her harmonica on a song in which Morissette confesses some of the hypocrisies that are going on in here life. (i.e. "I feel drunk but I'm sober")
"Right Through You": Great track and hear is where Morissette's trademark raspy voice comes along at the right times on the song. There is also some terrific electric guitar on this song that deals with a woman "seeing right through" a man.
"Forgiven": This may be the one controversial track on the album as we hear Alanis questioning her Catholic upbringing on this song. More outstanding trademark vocals by Morissette.
"You Learn": This is the most pop-friendly track as it deals with learning painful lessons in life.
"Head Over Feet": This is probably the "softest" track on the collection. It deals with being smitten in love - a nice contrast to a lot of the anger Morissette shows on the other tracks.
"Mary Jane": This is a narrative that Morissette tells about someone called "Mary Jane". Morissette's vocal range might be the strongest on this track. This proves Morissette's voice doesn't need to be raspy or screeching to work.
"Ironic": Also a pop-friendly song. Morissette sings about the ironies in life. Here we hear Morissette's trademark voice can work in the pop setting.
"Not the Doctor": Might be the strongest track on the collection. The song deals with Alanis' frustrations at being the strong woman in a relationship and not wanting her man to depend on her. Again more trademark vocals and the right mix of acoustic and electric guitars.
"Wake Up": This is probably the second strongest track on the collection. The song has the best overall instrumentation on the album. It is the perfect "wrap up" to the collection as it as "finale"-like qualities. Same message as on most of the other tracks - terrific trademark Morissette vocals.
There is also an alternate version of "You Oughta Know" that has a heavier bass influence, but still sounds very similar to the original. About a minute following that track is a terrific a cappella by Morissette called "Your House". Morissette does very well carrying out an a cappella.
The liner notes include all of the lyrics (except for the bonus "Your House"). This album truly has cemented its place in music history and has probably put Morissette on the road to the Hall of Fame. There is not one weak track on this collection. This is one outstanding musical work - very highly recommended.
Jagged Little Pill.......2007-06-27
One of my best loved albums ever.......2007-02-23
but really for a girl growing up, she was inspiring and i love her true to heart lyrics.
its not pop like the spice girls who were also out around that time.
a decade later i find myself listening to it again with all of the same feelings and love for her music and for specifically this album and the way its brilliantly put together.
A Timeless Journey of the Soul.......2006-12-31
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Jagged Little Pill Acoustic
Alanis Morissette Manufacturer: Maverick ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0009WFF0Y Release Date: 2005-07-26 |
Tracks:
- All I Really Want
- You Oughta Know
- Perfect
- Hand In My Pocket
- Right Through You
- Forgiven
- You Learn
- Head Over Feet
- Mary Jane
- Ironic
- Not the Doctor
- Wake Up
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To mark the 10-year anniversary of the 30 million-selling Jagged Little Pill, Alanis Morissette decided to release an acoustic version of the very same 13 songs. A little more sung than screamed, Jagged Little Pill Acoustic is certainly less edgy than the original, but then again, so is Alanis herself. Now a 30-something Grammy-winner, she has far less to be angst-y about. The disc opens with one of its highlights, a slightly East Indian-tinged "All I Really Want" which includes a more controlled vocal than the original, backed by Arabic-influenced instrumentation. The new take is most charming, as is "Right Through You" which proves to be another case of improving on the original. Morissette's vocals soar through the chorus, now swooping over a host of (once again) Eastern-influenced strings. The vitriolic "You Oughtta Know"--perhaps the most rockin' track on the original CD--is now more contemplative in it's pace and sensibility, as is "You Learn"'s new mellower melody.So there are moments of beauty, but also some of the same old, same old. Why, then, does one need this disc? For die-hard fans, the curio factor is reason enough. Marginal Alanis fans, those who found the original too screechy, will get the chance to hear the songs toned-down. Those looking for something different, however, should be aware that this is the entire Jagged disc, start to finish. For a woman who once used lyrics to shock listeners, there's nothing terribly shocking about this new CD. Isn't it ironic? --Denise Sheppard
Album Description
The biggest-selling album by a female artist in history, Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill is 16 times platinum and Billboard's Top Pop Album of the 90's. Now, celebrating its 10th anniversary, Morissette and producer/co-writer have recorded the entire album in an acoustic version. Jagged Little Pill Acoustic (enhanced with exclusive content) features the songs in their original order and adds previously unreleased video footage from that era. Jagged Little Pill Acoustic is just what the doctor ordered.Customer Reviews:
The Lighter side of JLP.......2007-05-03
I actually enjoyed this new compilation. It was surprising. It was a new approach towards these songs. Almost a softer, lighter version to them. Which if you are a fan like I am, that statment alone would piss me off! BUT she pulls it off. I think Alanis did this to show that she is in a new place now. And to be frank, I am too since '96. She seems to be more happier in these new verisons, and it feels refreshing to hear. Maybe this new album is a reflection of her personal evolution. To me it was like looking up an old friend, and finding out she was doing a lot better. I know that sounds weird, but whatever. It is worth the time if you are a fan. If you haven't heard the original, do that first, then come back to the acoustic.
Good cd.......2007-02-07
Worth The Money.......2007-01-05
I know many will hate me for saying this, but I actually prefer the acoustic over the studio album. I just love what she has done with the songs on here, and actually prefer many of the tracks acoustic over the studio ones. Like All I Really Want, Perfect and Mary Jane I much prefer on this album and actually enjoy more than I did on the original. Don't get me wrong, I still have many tracks from the original I love, but to say there is no use in buying this album is insane to me. It's an excellent album any Alanis fan needs.
5/5
A Worthy Commemoration.......2006-12-03
Alanis all grown up..........2006-07-27
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Jagged Little Pill (Acoustic)
ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000A0S962 |
Album Description
Marking the 10th anniversary of Alanis Morissette¿s critically acclaimed Jagged Little Pill, the GRAMMY®-winning artist has recorded a start-to-finish acoustic version of the album. It¿s striking to hear how Morissette approaches these raging songs from her youth now that¿s she¿s been on the scene for a decade. Suffice to say, these tunes may be unplugged, but they¿re still electric. 1. All I Really Want 2. You Oughta Know 3. Perfect 4. Hand In My Pocket 5. Right Through You 6. Forgiven 7. You Learn 8. Head Over Feet 9. Mary Jane 10. Ironic 11. Not The Doctor 12. Wake Up 13. Hidden Bonus trackCustomer Reviews:
Shows no artistic growth - Jenny One-Note.......2007-04-28
nice.......2006-06-22
"perfect" and "mary jane" where the same way.I really suggest this album, becuse some of these new virsions are a bit more
"glossy" than the origanal.
Alanis is a Musical Picasso.......2006-03-03
Pretty Good.......2006-02-27
Make it STOP!!!!!.......2006-02-15
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Black + Blue Pearl
Clara Lofaro Manufacturer: cometrue records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000CAKM4M Release Date: 2005-08-09 |
Tracks:
- Happy Together
- Dizzy Spell
- Untied
- Last Night
- One True Thing
- Start
- Black + Blue Pearl
- Answer
- Star-Candy
- Treading Water
- War Song
- Sail Away
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Strung Out On Jagged Little Pill: The String Quartet Tribute To Alanis Morissette
Various Artists Manufacturer: Cmh Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00004YLQW Release Date: 2000-10-24 |
Tracks:
- All I Really Want - The Section
- You Oughta Know - David Davidson/Paul Tobias/Todd Mark Rubenstein
- Perfect - The Savitri String Quartet
- Hand In My Pocket - David Davidson/Paul Tobias/Todd Mark Rubenstein
- Right Through You - The Section
- Forgiven - The Savitri String Quartet
- You Learn - The Section
- Head Over Feet - The Da Capo Players
- Mary Jane - The Savitri String Quartet
- Ironic - David Davidson/Paul Tobias/Todd Mark Rubenstein
- Not The Doctor - The Da Capo Players
- Wake Up - David Davidson/Paul Tobias/Todd Mark Rubenstein
- You Oughta Know (Hidden Track/Alternate Version) - The Section
Customer Reviews:
This CD Will Convert Borderline Fans.......2005-06-17
Great Renditions for A.M. fans........2005-02-20
this is a waste of money.......2003-12-13
I like this CD almost as much as the original JLP.......2003-01-12
Excellent!.......2002-10-20
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Jagged Little Pill
Alanis Morissette Manufacturer: Msi ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00000I11T Release Date: 1999-03-22 |
Album Details
Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: Perfect (Acoustic Version)Customer Reviews:
Buy Her Second Album Instead!.......2000-01-29
women need more women singers who sing our rage.......1999-05-21
The Greatest Thing On Earth!!!.......1999-05-08
WHO CAN PLACE A DEROGATORY COMMENT ON THIS ALBUM?.......1999-05-03
WHO CAN PLACE A DEROGATORY COMMENT ON THIS ALBUM?.......1999-05-03
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The Color Of Silence
Manufacturer: Backroom Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000BPYKH8 Release Date: 2005-10-01 |
Tracks:
- Open My Eyes
- I'm Not Sleeping
- Piss U Off
- I Will Not Breakdown
- Keep Walking
- If Only
- Silence
- All The Talking
- Good Enough For Me
- Christening
- Betty
- Cinnamon
- Butterfly
Product Description
Reviews of this CD are stellar:"The Color of Silence is thoughtful, intelligent, unpretentious and full of grace.. Consider it Tiffany's equivalent to Alanis Morissettes landmark, 'Jagged little Pill.' One of the best albums of the year..Billboard MagazineRap Music:
- Josh Groban
- Les Paul and Friends
- Let It Die
- Live at Stubb's: Austin, TX 2/19/05 [Enhanced] [Live]
- Man Alive
- Most Wanted
- Move Along
- Mr. A-Z
- Murder on My Mind
- On And On
Recommended Music:
Dandy in the Underworld [Import]
Mister B. and the Band: The Savoy Sessions
Music: Leoncavallo: I Pagliacci (Highlights)
"If...": Music of Inspiration and Aspiration
Johnny Cash & Friends [Import]