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Achingly 90s, fun, really well crafted songs. A great voice, there’s not much not to like about this album. Ironic is such a good song, as is one hand in my pocket. Some of the lyrics are cheeeesy asf but that’s kind of the point? 4.0/5.0 Best Song: Ironic/One Hand
A lot of bangers, this is the whole of the 90s distilled into an album. I can see why it was so massive, the big songs are very good and big for obvious reasons. I think her song writing is a little bit bizzare at times, but i think that is part of the charm
Straight up didn't realise so many of those songs were all on one album.
Despite hating most of this when I was in my early 20s and it was all overplayed so much on the radio, this is a stellar album from start to finish. Hard to believe how many huge songs she had all on one album.
One of my friends loves this album. She was right about it's quality. Good album
This album has the one famous song, but that is not a good reason to include this on the list. The singing is quite bad and sounds like some geek off the street singing at a karaoke bar. The music is also quite bland and made my mouth dry. In the wise words of Randy Jackson, "that's a no from me dawg."
Not quite my cup of jam here. I can see the quality of her music but not something I enjoyed and of course it’s an hour long.
The songs from this album are inexorably tied to the cultural zeitgeist of the late 90s/ early 00s so I couldn't help but think of that. Every song here was about dissatisfaction with relationships or love making it a bit repetitive, and her shout singing wasn't exactly pleasant. I've heard these songs before, didn't care for them then, don't care for them now. Feels like an album a toxic girl who keeps tanking her relationships but wants to only blame the guys would love.
I feel like I lost a lot of respect of Morissette after this album. Her vocals, while somewhat unique and enjoyable, aren't enough to make up for a full hour of mediocre and uninspiring 90's alt rock that isn't enough to elevate Morissette's vocals. The production tuned up the volume on her vocals in an apparent effort to make up for the forgettable instrumental arrangements, which leaves one to focus solely on the vocals. This is great for unambiguous fans of Morissette's singing, but it leaves little to enjoy for everyone else. The one or two hits from this album leave a good impression of Morissette, but the rest of the album chips away at this impression until there's never a need to hear her again.
Ну ок, поп-рок, это мог быть кто угодно
Rock solid through 9 songs, then weakens. Not just a singles album but an incredible work of embodied sincerity, top tier production, and vocal performance that innovates through today. We need an artists like Alanis today. What we have are self-aware, meta, and irony layered confessionals that arent
All good bangers, just not really my thing. Definitely of its era. While I don't consider it amazing, it was an enjoyable listen and I appreciate it within its sphere.
This album is probably the reason Alanis is canonically the godhead
By the end of the album the same beat, the same 3 chords and the screeching voice just took its toll and I had enough. Along the way there were some treats- ‘you outta know’ ‘ hand in my pocket’ ‘head over feet’ and the brilliant ‘ironic’ but far too much filler. Bang average 5/10 Best track- ‘ironic’ Worst track- ‘Mary Jane’
Alanis Morissette Well this hasn't aged well. The production sounds dated and clunky, th e lyrics that were provocative at the time come across as trite and clumsy, and, barring the big hits, the songs are wafer thin in their structure. I do have a soft spot for the terrible harmonica though, as that's the way I play it... Best Track - Head Over Feet. A genuinely great little ear-worm Worst Track - Not The Doctor 4 / 10
perfection what can i say! Raw and real with lessons to understand about living life. Poetry put to rock.
ddint finish as the album didnt feel good to me.
a very raw and 90's album. iconic lyrics. "forgiven" is definitely top place for me. "in the name of the father, the skeptic and the son. i had one more stupid question."
I may have listened to this album once or twice when it came out, but probably didn't. Why would I have to? So many of the songs became singles and were everywhere on the radio, just right to make fun of. So many years later, sitting down listening end to end for possibly the first time, I was amazed at how coherent a statement it was and how much I enjoyed it.
endelig en kvindelig sanger😍 finally bro de har alle været mænd (jeg lytter ik til mænd så meget) det er et fint album indtil videre men ikke helt min smag, men kunne godt hører det i baggrunden eller sådan noget. Det er et godt album tho. jeg kan godt lide viben fra "hand in my pocket" ikke så vild med lyriksne tho overall ikke super meget min stil
The highs are high and this album is rightfully on this list, but in my honest opinion it also has a couple of misses.
This, along with Cracked Rear View, might be the most decisively 90’s North American album. Not that it’s the best album of the 90’s (it’s great, of course), but it’s hard to imagine this becoming a massive hit in any other decade. And it was massive indeed. According to Chartmasters it is the 10th highest selling album OF ALL TIME. It’s long been fascinating to me just how insanely successful this record was. It is 17x platinum in the U.S., which is more than Dark Side of The Moon, Sgt. Peppers, Abbey Road, or Nevermind. It’s gone platinum 7 more times than Radiohead’s entire discography combined. It did some wild numbers. It’s also a pretty good album! The hits are definitely bangers, especially Ironic with its killer hooks in the chorus. Even though I’m a kid of the 90’s, I don’t really have a huge nostalgia factor for it (my parents weren’t the type to let an 8 year hear a song referencing movie theater blow jobs), which I think is necessary to call it a masterpiece in my humblest opinion. There’s no doubting its influence, and these songs can be heard in Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and others today.
A very good album
Komischerweise steckt hier irgendwas grundgiges mit drin, was nicht sofort einen absoluten kotzreiz auslöst! This gives an enormous sense of well-being
Some songs are too similar to Radiohead - first thought that came to my mind. Interesting vocals choice bc sometimes it seems like she is singing off tone. I know that’s on purpose but it’s still feeling a bit harsh and unpleasant for ears. Personally not a fan of. But it’s definitely feature which add something special. I like the whole vibe of album. Reminds me of light chill energy. Songs that I even liked on YT music are Mary Jane and Hand in my Pocket. All of them kinda similar but I’m not about liking all of them. Not my genre of music to listen to especially on repeat. But it deserves attention. Good
Jagged Little Pill - Alanis Morissette 1995 Jagged Little Pill stands as a thoroughly decent and engaging alternative rock listen, heavily anchored by a phenomenal, uninhibited performance from Alanis Morissette. Her characteristically raw, conversational delivery serves as the definitive standout element of the entire experience, injecting a genuine sense of emotional stakes into every track. This vocal intensity is matched by excellent, crisp production choices from front to back that seamlessly balance mid-90s post-grunge grit with sharp pop sensibilities, ensuring the album holds together remarkably well as a cohesive body of work. While the tracklist offers a highly solid listening experience throughout, the beautifully melancholic and protective narrative of "Mary Jane" emerges as the true standout of the record, capturing a level of vulnerability that cuts through the noise. Alongside it, the biting critique of "Right Through You," the culture-defining irony of "Ironic," and the heavy, slow-burning build of "Wake Up" serve as the clear highlights that elevate the album's lasting impact. 4/5
Surprisingly remembered Sheena Ringo when I listened to it, maybe this was an inspiration for her? Either way, quite cool, a bit screamy vocals accompanied by a washed out guitar. I liked “You Outta Know”.
REINA ABSOLUTA!!
The OG Robin Sparkles and you can tell, in a good way?
it's a 10 from me.
Love the anger, love the passion, raw and reminiscent of that era for me.
It is quite remarkable how many hits one can have on one single album. Even the deep cuts are excellent songs. Ironic to me is an absolute stand out song, it's so good.
A record of its time that seem to come out of nowhere, it's an emotionally charged breakup record with great pop tunes, incisive if literal lyrics, and an edge. Alanis' whiny and limited vocal delivery can grate, but the songs are strong and the sincerity is there. Not a classic, but a strong statement.
The album that first made me pay attention to pop music after seeing her play “Hand in My Pocket” on SNL when I was 10 years old. Still hits. Even deep cuts like “Not The Doctor”, “Forgiven” and “Right Through You” are great. I went to the belated 25th anniversary tour and she was still amazing.
This is one of those albums where I can't be objective, I just love it too much, it's one of the anthems of the 90s and one of my favorite albums. I own it on vinyl and CD. It's got six certified banger hits and a bunch of underrated deep cuts ('Right Through You' being the best of those). 'Not The Doctor' I'm kinda lukewarm on, but that is not gonna stop it from being perfect in my ears. This is a great album about relationship angst, and the dichotomy of happiness and anger. I am unashamed about loudly singing these songs with all the windows down yesterday. A fantastic record that deserves my highest praise, Alanis Morissette will rise to the top and be my twentieth 5/5
Her best
it was alright
First rating, not really my style, recognized a few songs, kinda sounds like she's yelling sarcastically, good/unique lyrics, don't think I was or ever will be angsty enough to appreciate this album.
Makes me wonder how much it would cost to commission Morissette to write and record an album about your own ex
I feel like I just read her diary
Good stuff!!! Excellent vocals/lyrics backed by strong band!!
Immediately teleported to college when the angsty girl in the dorm room next door blasted this album on loop for the entire year, scream singing it so loud that I could hear it clear as day through the wall. That soured me on the whole album and I have avoided most of Alanis since then. But this was really good, emblematic of the music at the time and full of songs that most people know. I actually thought some of the unreleased songs were the best on the album.
Excellent
Alanis har noe slagere, liker 3 av låtene fra før! Veldig 90s lyd, digger ikke alt, hun kan bli litt intens men overall kul plate!
Some classic songs here but agree with the comment that it sounds a bit dated
Great album!
A bit too long
Aivan ihana ja ikoninen ääni. Ehkä jutut koskee nuorien tyttöjen sanoituksia, mutta aivan ihana ja ikoninen
Awesome album, not a bad song. Banger after banger, yes it is slightly dated it is of its time, but I still love it.
I don’t know, some of these songs I love, but it does go very long. Also wish she had used more live instrumentation. Her touring band after this album was so strong, it’s a shame she didn’t get them on this record.
Alanis is epic, her voice does get a bit annoying towards the end of the album. As an album person, I do prefer to listen to her songs randomly, rather than an album because of that
No es tanto mi estilo, pero conocía algunas canciones.
Ironic is almost one of the less good songs on this album? This actually really surprised me, I was expecting to not like it. Her songwriting is great and it's a consistent ride. Shoutout to you learn, head over feet, and not the doctor.
Listening to this at 12 I thought I knew what she was talking about and then relistening to it at 35 I definitely did not. What a transformative listen and honestly should be required listening for any young woman. Watching Alanis perform this album live was a religious experience. She's a living goddess.
> 1001 Albums - Day 2 # Alanis Morissette - Jagged Little Pill (1995) | First Listen 1. All I Really Want - 8/10 | liked that intro 2. You Oughta Know - 8/10 3. Perfect - 9/10 4. Hand in My Pocket - 9/10 ❤️ | love the way she sings in this one 5. Right Through You - 9/10 6. Forgiven - 10/10 ❤️ 7. You Learn - 9/10 8. Head over Feet - 8/10 9. Mary Jane - 7/10 10. Ironic - 9/10 | i can see why this is the most streamed 11. Not the Doctor - 7/10 12. Wake Up - 8/10 Notes: it's cool, maybe if i get more into this type of genres i might appreciate it more. 84/100
8/10 - Great album. Whole listen was enjoyable. Lots of strong instrumentals and the combination of them with Alan is Morissette's unique singing style worked so well. Well worth the listen.
some classic songs on this one, undoubtedly worth a listen.
excellent 90s peak angst yodel singing, fun songwriting and lyrics. fun production with drum machines, some amazing bass playing!
I would give it 2,5 if I could. I get the vibe kind of, but also I don't.
Sometimes it’s easy to be cynical but this is still really good! I actually appreciated the album cuts a lot, probably just because they were new to me. The singles are good, of course, but I’ve also heard them all roughly 1,000 times during the course of my life. There is a theatricality to these songs. You can tell Morissette was an actress. She “plays” these songs. No surprise this album eventually became a Broadway show. They’re very showtune-y, in a modern way. Great stuff.
Head over feet was the best song
This one has become a bit cringe over time due to the lyrics really being quite immature. Some great songs with massive choruses though.
Not a fan of vocals
Alanis Morrisette- Jagged Little Pill (1995) ⭐️⭐️⭐️ I was quite surprised that I seemed to know most of this album already. Her voice grated on track 1 and I thought this would be a 2 star rating but the quality of the songs, the 90s nostalgia and Alanis reining in the vocal histrionics a bit rescued an extra star from me. Good album that I probably won’t listen to again
oii, lessgoo! i saw this after just having woken up and i am so happy now. 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: overall:
Rate: 10/10.
I did not like the album very much. I can definitely see the significance of it and why it is on this list, but to me it just came off as very bland and repetitive. I also just find the vocals kind of annoying
boh no
Really good album
Alanís reinaaaa
Girl power to the nth degree. Great songs that take on the inequality of being female but with a sliver of hope. I listened to this album a lot back in the 90's but never really listened that hard to the lyrics. I'm looking forward to hearing what my 30 year old daughter thinks of it. Only complaint is the 90's era production that seems to make the music sound a little thin or something--not sure i know how to describe it but it's a 90's sound.
Jagged Little Pill is such a classic 90s breakup record, it’s angry, spiteful, petty, and totally raw. Putting it on takes me straight back to driving around in the mid 90s with the radio cranked all the way up. Even though the alt-rock sound and drum loops feel pretty dated now, the emotion still hits just as hard. Songs like "You Oughta Know" are the perfect scream-along therapy, which balances out nicely with the softer stuff like "Head Over Feet". Yeah, some of the lyrics are a bit dramatic, and I’ve learned to just ignore that almost nothing in "Ironic" is actually ironic, but the songwriting is still top tier. I get that Alanis’s vocal style, all that yodeling and aggressive phrasing, can be a bit annoying sometimes, and the production is definitely heavy handed in spots, making a few of the deeper tracks feel like filler. But honestly? Despite all the 90s cheese, I still think this album is a huge deal. It’s a messy, passionate, and catchy time capsule of when venting your ugliest feelings over a pop rock beat was the absolute best way to let it all out.
This is what a 90's album sounds like. It's messy at points, but passionate throughout. I listened to this on my laptop on Apple Music and I do not know if it was the Dolby Atmos, or if it was some other setting, but her vocals were sounded like they were pushed right into my face, more so than if I listened on Spotify. With that I was able to pick up on the imperfections in her voice, but it still all works. Just a good album, Biggest Hit - You Oughta Know Biggest Miss (if I had to choose) - Mary Jane Not So Hidden Gem - Head Over Feet
-incredible intro -love the electric guitar -vocals are insanee -genuinely the vibe is just immaculate
Great Stuff! Caught lightning in a bottle with this one! One of the best albums of the decade!
Its a good album with a lot of great songs
Gut
This is the 90s. Every single thing about it. Mega hits, alt vibe, lyrics and instrumentation that are soaked in the era. It feels like a visit to the nostalgic land.
ah bixa pra gritar
Really painful listen. Her voice sucks.
This album is legendary, but I have to admit I had never fully listened to it. When I signed up for the 1001 Albums Generator, this was exactly what I was hoping for from it. I think there are a bunch of these albums and artists that I know but, for some reason, have never gotten into. Sound-wise, the album has great guitar playing and great drum sounds. It has a raw rock sound but with some "modern" production choices. It sounds like the '90s in a good way! Alanis's attitude shines throughout the album, and some lyrics are really cleverly funny.
Die heb ik grijs gedraaid 🙃
Wel leuk, heel dramatisch op het einde
Tiene sus temas iconicos pero no me gusta mucho el álbum
Iconic will always be iconic. I wish I was born in the 90s with my cd player. Wake up and hand in my pocket are my top songs
Such a great beginning to the album, brilliant songs with a lot of vulnerable and real emotions. The second half of the album didn’t grab me as much
Uneven alt album with some iconic songs and a lot of forgettable filler. Morissette's vocal delivery is the most hit or miss part of the album; she either brings a solid intensity or veers far to heavily into tough shrieking. Not bad, but could be a lot better. Top tracks: You Learn, Ironic, Wake Up
Very good overall
Oh my did it hurt listening to her wail along. I didn't like her then and this listen didn’t help her cause
Déjà écouté avant. Un classique du rock alternatif des années 1990, et c'est mérité. Et dire qu'Alanis Morissette avait à peine 20 ans quand elle a enregistré Jagged Little Pill, qui pourrait tout aussi bien être son best of, vu le nombre de morceaux cultes qui s'enchaînent. Les boîtes à rythme un peu prévisibles ; la structure couplets doux/refrains "durs" à base de grosse guitare post-grunge sur la plupart des morceaux ; les affectations vocales parfois forcées d'Alanis Morissette... Pas de doute, nous sommes bien en 1995. Et pourtant, 30 ans après, et malgré les innombrables chanteuses qui ont tenté, avec plus ou moins de bonheur, de se réapproprier ses recettes, Jagged Little Pill a plutôt bien vieilli. Et ça aussi, c'est très fort. Top : Forgiven Flop : You Learn
Angry, raw, but overblown bc so many wanted to think it was tough
This is in my top 5 favorite albums of all time. Every song is good. There's some catchy melody or badass lyric or awesome guitar part in every song. I forgot about Wake Up and how good of a song it is. Obviously 5 stars.
really enjoyable, definitely not a sound i gravitate towards but there's a few songs in here that i see myself coming back to (specifically "Ironic" and "Wake Up")
"You Oughta Know" is always great to listen. I also liked hearing "Forgiven". Very strong and vulnerable performance.
It's a fantastic pop rock album from start to finish. Loads of catchy songs, great singing, and wonderful storytelling. Alanis Morissette getting cheated on ended up being such a net positive for society, weirdly.
All I really want - 1/5 You Oughta know - 3/5 Perfect - 2.75/5 Hand in my pocket - 3.5/5 Right through you - 2/5 Forgiven - 3/5 You Learn - 3.5/5 Head over feet - 1/5 [Album drop] Global - 2/5 Global 2.75/5
Her voice does become a little annoying in some of the songs, but it's emotional honesty makes it one of the defining albums of the ‘90s. It is relatable frustration.
What a great album from front to back. I'm not sure if I'd be able to pick random deep cuts and listen out of order which is why I'm not giving this a 5, but I'm really glad I listened to this
Incredible first album to be given 🫶 Great songs, first time listeninf to in full. You Oughta Know, Ironic, and One Hand In My Pocket are bangers
It's easy to forget how gigantic this record was when it came out. So many songs were hits off this album, and it felt like it seeped its way through all of society, whether you loved this, or (being a man) a lot of the women in your life loved this. The music, while very much a 90s sound, still holds up today, and all these songs are great. I didn't think I'd like this album quite this much, but yeah, absolutely a 5.
There was a very strong lineage of angry women in the world of '90s music, and Alanis Morissette both kind of slots into, and overshadows it. Firstly, let's get this out of the way; Alanis Morissette is not *nearly* my favorite angry woman from the '90s. I am more of an L7, Babes In Toyland, Sleater-Kinney gal. But I also can't really pretend to be surprised that Alanis Morissette is much more popular than any of these artists. Jagged Little Pill is one of the most aesthetically and commercially successful attempts to really pop-ify grunge; *And* she spends this album lashing out at men who have treated her as disposable, and it turns out that a *lot* of women can relate. It helps that she presents her lyrics with *no* frills, whatsoever, just utter bluntness. It makes the more targeted tracks here really feel like *accusations*. I will say that this approach makes some of the more vague songs sound a little clunky though. I, for one, think it's at it's worst on Hand In My Pocket and Ironic, even though they are iconic songs that I enjoy listening to. On the other hand, it really works on songs like You Oughta Know and Right Through You. As for the sound of this album, there are a lot of really popular, iconic songs here in general. But honestly, I prefer my Riot Grrrl with some more punk sensibilities. But like I said, this album is so successful for a reason, and I had a good time overall.
I've never been a big Alanis fan. Her music is ok, but it's not for me and I was too young to really get it when it came out. That said I recognize the impact she had on pop and alternative music back in the day.
6/10… pop-rock / 90s alternative / *1995
CANCON legend
Move over divorced dad music, this is divorced mom music.
Very solid album. It’s great back to go listen to this outside of the music of the time.
General thoughts: I was curious about Alanis Morrissete's music. I had no idea what to expect. Surprisingly, I already knew two of this album's songs. 'Jagged Little Pill' has a 2000s vibe and the tone is rebellious but tame at the same time, scorny even. The genre influences range from pop to rock to urban to post-grunge. I would classify it as a 'Contemporary adult nearing a life crisis'. The album is consistent, the tracks are well-produced, and the songs are always catchy. From that perspective, it's a really enjoyable pop-rock album, tailored for a big audience, like almost any song could be part of a TV show soundtrack. The selection of instruments is nice, particular kudos to the usage of the harmonica. Next point, her voice. I'd normally dislike the tone in her voice, but it actually suits the music. Some tracks, like the acapella 'Your House', demonstrate the capabilities of her voice and show that the 'Jagged Little Pill' tone is a deliberate style choice. In this regard, tougher tracks remind me of Bôa. I got this at the same time as Aimee Mann, and I have to compare them. Morrisette's music is more predictable and artificial, but her energy delivery is powerful, the lyrics are better, but her topics are worse. Just from the lyrics alone, I imagine Morrisette is kinda a crazy bitch. Even then, the bottom line is 'Jagged Little Pill' is objectively better than Aimee's 'Whatever', and that mildly infuriates me, as Aimee has more interesting things to offer. I don't see myself listening to 'Jagged Little Pill''s whole run again, but I do see that for 'Whatever'. Outstanding song(s): Ironic Forgiven Weakest song(s): You Oughta Know (Jimmy the Saint Blend) / Your House (a capella) - I have a problem with this song; it makes no sense for a titled track in an album and makes less sense as a closer. The alternate mix is worse than the final version, so why put it there? The acapella song is very cool and shows me a more controlled version of Alanis M.'s voice, but it still doesn't make sense as a closer. There's a one-minute-long silence between the two parts, too. I mean, even as an interlude, it doesn't make sense for it to be part of the setlist; it should be a track for a special edition release or part of a bootleg or something, but for a studio album, it completely destroys the flow of the setlist. Cover: 90-00 wave of shitty covers Real rating: 3.73
I was pretty worried about this going in, I had heard You Oughta Know before and it’s a very hit or miss song for me, but this ended up being a really strong album for me. She’s got a really fun voice, and she’s very compelling. Admittedly, I did zone out a lot of this album cause I was working on a project, but it was still a really solid one. Favorites: You Oughta Know, Ironic, Not the Doctor
Very good album
Ugh
Ah, good old Angry Alanis, this was absolutely huge when it came out, smack bang in the middle of the 90's. Pretty amazing that 'You Oughta Know' was such a massive radio hit with references to blow-jobs in a theatre and thinking of someone else whilst shagging. The album starts with a bang with 'All I Really Want' and 'You Oughta Know' which are perfect for screaming along with whilst driving too fast in your car. But that's just the start, there are a heap of singles on here that worm their way into your ears - 'Hand In My Pocket', 'You Learn', 'Head Over Feet', and of course, the much derided 'Ironic'. Although some of the lyrics don't stand up well to deeper inspection, it's a hit, it's catchy and it has a killer hook in the chorus. Hard not to love it, even if you feel goofy singing along to some of the sillier lyrics. I guess it's understandable that she never quite reached these hallowed heights again in her career, as how the hell do you follow up a breakthrough like this? Maybe you don't need to, and you just do what you want for the next 30 years or so...........
The vocal angst is completely fine, but the musical backing is standard, radio friendly 90s pop rock. It is entirely too safe, linear, and predictable to offer anything compelling to a seasoned ear.
Not particularly keen on this teenage angst post grunge stuff that was going on in the mid to late 90s. 6/10
not bad
Just didn’t find all too enjoyable
An all time great. Huge for my people (intense women). She ran so Avril Lavigne could also run. Christ- she was 21 when this came out!! Literary references coming thick and fast. It’s just an incredibly well put together, cohesive album that is at once fun and serious. Longing for ‘intellectual intercourse’. I love this woman. The big hits have not lost their impact: ‘and every time I scratch my nails down someone else’s back I hope you feel it.’ THAT’S REAL VENOM. THAT’S GREAT SHIT. ‘I’m high but I’m grounded. I’m sane but I’m overwhelmed.’ The songs that are not huge hits deserve to be - You Learn, Forgiven (‘You know how us Catholic girls can be’). Head over Feet is, for me, one of the most relatable love songs I’ve ever heard - being sort of angry that someone is nice to you and that you have fallen in love with them. ‘I hear you’re losing weight again, Mary Jane, you ever wonder who you’re losing it for?’ FUCK YES. Send it into space. Transcribe it, bury it, carve it into stone a thousand times, we have to let humans in 2000 years find this.
Not finished it yet. Some absolute bangers on here and now I totally get the Alanis to Avril Lavigne lineage. Wanted it to be a five but some cringey lines ("You're my best friend // Best friend with benefits") and some filler songs here. But maybe that's just my Britishness coming out and being a guy and not celebrating someone to expressing their emotions wholly and truly. I think the first three songs of this album are immaculate, however. Ironically, 'Ironic' didn't hit that hard on this listen, but I've always preferred 'Hand In Pocket' anyway. Still, it's an album that definitely deserves to be on this list and would recommend anyone to listen to it, especially in the summer, after a breakup. God, the 90s were shit, but I fuckin' hate the modern age. Turn your phone off and put this on, you'll have a better time. 3.5/5? Will probably listen to this more than some of my other 4s or 5s but Qué Sera, Sera, apologies Alanis.
doesn't get any more 2000s npc rom-com than this
GIRL BOSS ROCK Der er et par hits der sidder fast og lyder meget godt, men jeg synes sgu ikke bundniveauet er så højt. Musikken er rimelig forglemmelig og hvis Alanis' stemme så tipper over i det irriterende (hvilket desværre forekommer), ja så står numrene ikke særligt pænt... Det var faktisk mest bare åbningsnummeret ovenstående gjaldt for. Resten er meget mere lytbart. Det er en pæn 3'er
Det har virkelig en lyd Ikke min stil. Også noget lidt weird, lumre linjer ind imellem? Det bliver lidt unødvendigt. Grineren at høre Ironic, fandme en klassiker Hvorfor er der en akustisk guitar, der på *så* mange af numrene bare lige slår én tone an? Det tager mig godt nok lidt lang tid at kæmpe mig igennem det, og det tænker jeg, at der er en grund til. Tænker ikke helt, at jeg synes, det passer på listen. 2.3
I knew some of these songs from when they came out, but I would never have chosen to put on a whole album of Morrisette. A quick read indicates this album was not only popular but also highly regarded, so I resolve to try to overcome some prejudices. The rock feel had never convinced me – guitar less integrated with the songs than even folk-rockers The Corrs managed – I think fondly of Melissa Etheridge. The not-always-in-tune voice did not attract me – was it somehow cool to be deliberately inexact? The shock-the-bourgeoisie lyrics did not convince, but the songs are not uninteresting – maybe the pitch between cynicism and candour really spoke to the young of the day? Maybe the brash and oomph was talismanic for young women in particular? I still find hard to imagine that anyone loved the yodelly yips quirk. TLDR, I can't feel it as great, I'm not even sure it's good, for me it's Okay, 6/10.
Classic late 90’s
Great 90’s angst
Hell hath no fury like an Alanis scorned.
An absolute banger from the 90s. Despite owning this album as a teenager, I never listened to it all the way through.
my queen un cinco porq estoy hasta los huevos de poner 3 o 4
3 (tres) + (1/2)
Zzz
> the Beatles
Head over Feet
Jagged Little Pill is an album i got close to 5 staring. The only songs on this album that i was really familiar with were You Oughta Know and Ironic and i definitely had heard bits and pieces of a few of the other ones too. I really liked a lot of the things this album did. The music was always really interesting with harmonica segments that actually worked well with the songs combined with the standard pop rock fare but also Morisette's vocals were really good here too. The only reason i didn't give this album 5 stars is because most of the songs lacked a certain punchiness which would put them over the top. Despite that, it is a really great album that more than deserves it's place here. Best Song: Ironic Worst Song: Right Through You
First five. Listened to it for a second time later the same day. So many great songs I knew from growing up but never knew they were Alanis Morissette
Very fun listening. A lot of the songs are very similar but I really like the rhythm and the vibe. A few songs I'd never heard like Mary Jane that were very different. The classics hit hard though. Such a fun album
I've heard a lot of praise for Alanis Morissette as a songwriter, but I didn't really understand it until I sat down and paid attention to this album. She isn't exactly subtle, and there are a few clunky moments (e.g. the infamous ten thousand spoons line), but she more than makes up for it with her raw anger and sharp sense of humor. This is primarily a breakup album, but she deals with a lot of other topics, such as Catholic guilt on Forgiven, parental expectations on Perfect, and depression on Mary Jane, and she makes all these very familiar topics feel fresh and new with how much passion she puts into the performance and the writing. I liked the combination of grungy guitars and trip-hop electronic drums that comprise the bulk of this album, it reminds me of a more restrained version of the Garbage album I recently listened to. This isn't the most revolutionary album on the planet, but it's such a well constructed and charming piece of pop rock that it ended up winning me over.
top songs: you outta know hand in pocket ironic
To my ears it sounds a bit dated now. However, I remember it being ground breaking at the time and a genuinely great album. Her singing style can irritate at times but it’s all subjective I suppose.
I actually knew more songs than I thought on this album! Glad I got to rediscover them and add to my playlist.
Interesujące
In 1995 I was 17 entering my senior year in high school and I cannot explain how much of an impact it made on every single girl at my school. We played this CD full blast until it was so scratched it skipped. My first beater car's radio did not work so I had a boom box in my car that all the passengers in my car passed around skipping songs and screaming our heads off singing along to this CD. To say this CD is nostalgic for me is an understatement, it's a time capsule of a moment in my life that shaped who I was becoming. Is it the greatest album on this list? No. Is it dated? Yes. Did it have a cultural impact? Absolutely fucking yes. For that reason I can never give it less than 5 stars
A fantastic album overall with 5 A/A+ songs. Probably an effect of growing up in this time period, everything comes together for me and any comments critiquing the voice/music ... or the distinct 90s of it all ... are more nitpicking than anything. Bumping up due to the sheer amount of fantastic songs and to drown out the idiots complaining about the feminism. 4.5+
Album of my childhood. Much better angry white girl music. Enjoyed this way more the pj Harvey.
noo me gusta este estilo
“Hand in My Pocket” and “Ironic” are impressive. “Right Through You” has clever lyrics — they might even be better than those of No Doubt’s “Just a Girl.” “You Oughta Know” is a timeless classic.
absolutely
Almost every song on here feels a bit too long, which is also the case for the album itself. There are some great moments on here and I want to like it, but I think some restructuring would make this stronger for me.
это шедевр, то что мне было нужно
Absolute classic! A perfect album!
Woah. Like genuinely woah. Big three of super hits don't even do the album justice. Electric front to back, easily my favorite so far!
Great album from the 90s. This was everywhere on the radio when I was a teen, and still a fun listen to this day.
An album with several inescapable hits. Never really did anything for me but my wife loves her and plays her stuff. Forgiven has a really cool melody.
I can understand that Alanis' voice and singing style are not going to gel with everyone, but ot works for me. This is an incredible alt pop/rock album with obvious hits. Very strong album. 4.5/5
Day 276 Wouldn’t quite go the full marks as there’s definitely a few songs on here where her unique voice becomes slightly grating, but the stuff on this album that’s good is really fucking good. Highlights All I really want You oughta know Head over feet
I already love the intro music. Immediately. Liked the beats, rhythm and vocals too. Cute lyrics. My teenage self would connect with the lyrics probably. Or maybe not. It is triggering my overstimulation syndrome (that's what I call it when some beats or loudness of a music make me overstimulated; not necessarily a bad thing in terms of music). Apparently this genre is called 'lilith'.
Pretty good, but most of the songs I hadn't already heard were forgettable. I like her vocals Fav track: All I Really Want, You Oughta Know
Thought I’d enjoy this one way more. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a good album, but outside of some standout tracks it’s mostly just alright. Morrisette has a great voice that makes her stand out from other 90s alt-rock artists, but a lot of the songs on the album blended together. Outside of maybe Perfect they tend to follow the same dynamics structure, and while there’s clever lyricism there are songs that just feel like retreads of the “X but Y” theme that was found on Hand In My Pocket. Still good, just not as good as I wanted it to be.
Nice but not my type
A very nostalgic album for me as this was one of the first albums I ventured into when I started to listen to my 'own' music. Some of the lyrics are quite clunky now 15 years later but still familiar
It sounds like Dear Evan Hansen’s mom released an album
Tuttuja hittejä mutta myös loistavia, entuudestaan tuntemattomia biisejä. Eihän tämän levyn hiteiltä ole voinut ysärillä välttyä varmaan missään päin maailmaa, on tämä ollut niin valtava albumi. Vaan enpä ole itse tätä omistanut enkä varmaan kokonaan alusta loppuun kuunnellut. Ja onhan tämä maineensa ja menestyksensä veroinen. Ei huonoja biisejä. Ja onhan You Oughta known lyriikat aikamoiset nuoren naisen kynästä. Parhaat biisit You oughta know, Forgiven ja Wake up. 4/5
Forgot how awesome this was - so many great songs and it seems like you never hear any of them anymore. Among the greatest of musical mysteries: The song "Ironic" is itself a nearly ideal example of irony in that not one of the examples of "irony" in the song is actually ironic (they're all just coincidences and/or things that would really suck), which is the opposite of what one would expect in a song that purports to be about irony. The question/mystery is whether Alanis was aware of this when she wrote it, which would give the song an extra really fun meta-layer. I'm going with yes.
the 2000's asshole accent on the first one made me want to kms but the rest of the album was great
Favourite: - you oughta know
Verrassend veel bekende nummers in dit album
Ben normaal echt niet van de rock type muziek, maar dit was wel een vibe 7.5/10
loved ironic!
Classic
I remember it being better idk
some bangers in there
Hit after hit after hit. I havent listened to this album in full ever but heard 8 or 9 of the songs just by being out in the world 30 years ago. I enjoyed hearing these songs today and I think this album has aged really well.
I'm pretty confident that this was one of the best albums to come out of the 90s. Just banger after banger after banger, all on the same record.
GOAT 5 star
Classic angst. Realized she’s right between Joni Mitchell and Rush.
I've had multiple false starts with this album over the last week, starting it but something would get in the way so I couldn't quite finish the album before I could rate it. On my first partial-listen I appreciated it, but wasn't going to come back. Second and third listens, I restarted from the beginning of the album again. Today, I found myself wanting to listen to Alanis Morissette, like she's been in my rotation for years, and today happened to be the day I finally finish. This album is awesome.
5/8 Meh
There's such an edge to her voice that I forget there are happy songs on this album. This still feels like one of the angriest albums I've ever heard, largely I think because of the rangers of her voice and the lyrics -- and she's got a knack for a turn off phrase and for storytelling. I don't know that it's still that high up there for me, but I do think it holds together well as an album compared to other picks on this list.
Speaking of albums that deserve their place on the mantle of 90s alt rock, Jagged Little Pill deserves all of its flowers and all of its 42.6 million copies sold (more than Sgt. Pepper's! more than Purple Rain & Like a Virgin!). The singles are undeniable, the album tracks are thoughtful and complex by 1995 standards, and her ability to weave between pop and riot grrrl energy was a complete time capsule of 1995 and of most alt-rock music to follow. It's maybe a net negative that this took over the sales charts the way it did — the industry chasing crunchy guitars with a catchy over-produced earwormy single pre-existed this, but something switched post-Nirvana where the music felt impersonal and in sole pursuit of radio play; Jagged Little Pill isn't guilty of this (in my opinion), but it is emblematic of the money that was out there to be made if something caught wildfire. None of that is Alanis's fault, of course. And regardless, this album is fantastic.
beautiful!
It’s hard to rate as an album since half these songs are huge hits I’ve heard most of my life. It is very good. The songs still sound great. Mary Jane is a dud but otherwise is a very good and timeless pop album
i think this is just not for me . I didn't like it but i don't think it is a bad album. Also her voice is unique in a good way
Lots of hit songs
I will not be writing reviews here 4/5.
As a young woman in the 90’s, I wore this CD out. I love every single track.
Awesome
It's 1995 again. I'm 12 years old and can hear this record blasting from my sister's bedroom. I have no worries, stresses or concerns. Life is good. Music is fucking brilliant, isn't it?
Massively popular album, you’ve got to admire how brave she was lyrically - especially at such a young age.
Fist two songs are quite rocky. With harmonica on the background. Perfect is relatable af.
4/5
When I was a kid, I climbed a tree and found a cassette tape strewn among the branches. With great concern, I checked the desecrated cartridge. To this day, I remember, it was Jagged Little Pill. I always think of that day whenever I hear any song by Alanis. My gut tells me the dude from Full House was the culprit.
The guitar was great but other than that I didn’t really like it I listened to the entire album just not my thing
5/5 favourite angry album
Strong voice, even better songwriting. Sone of the lyrics give me the good kind of goosebumps.
YES THERES AN ACCORDION LETS FUCKING GO
sounds like avril lavigne trying to sing country (i know this album is older)
Great album 4/5
the dream of the 90s is alive in this album
Didn’t like it when it first came out, still don’t
Ear assaulter worse than the other 1 stars
Still quite good
Love this album!
Ну не знаю. Мне кажется, некоторым вещам стоит оставаться в девяностых. Необычный вокал - первое что замечаешь при прослушивании, и очень удачно что прямо перед этим у меня была Дженис, чье пение в меццо-сопрано тоже крайне характерное, и я не спорю, что это дело вкуса и все такое но, извините, Дженис мне нравится а вот это - нет. К тому же, помимо вокала здесь довольно типичные (на мой слух) около-рок около-поп аранжировочки прямиком из девяностых. И как бы, я это дело люблю и мне такое нравится, но когда тебе в ухо орут "А когда ты трахал свою девку думал обо мне??" то как-то.. ну хз... mehh.. Особенное омерзение по исполнению вызвала Perfect. пиздец. По оценке ну уж наверное это не 1, и даже не 2, но точно не 4.
Don't care for it.
Täielik isikualbum. Alanisi vokaalid sobivad rokialbumile küll ja see mulle kuidagi meenutab mingit midwest suburban keskeakriisi. Aga heas mõttes. Siin mõned ikoonilised lood ka, nagu "You Oughta Know" ja "Ironic". Mulle see stiil 100% ei meeldi, aga isikupära ja energiat on palju. 3.6/5
Very good. Awesome voice. I love the attitude and power in all of the songs.
Great album. Every song hits it out of the ballpark. I love the subject matter Alanis sings about because it's personal and speaks to feelings everyone has, but also doesn't fall into the lyrical tropes of love and heartache.
I didn’t finish it, but from what I remember it was a solid but what I assume is the bottom half of the 1001
nice, i generally liked it. she's very cute in the ironic music video. faves: right through you, forgiven, wake up
i love this album
While I actively dislike Alanis, this album does underscore her talent.
Wat 90s rock zou moeten zijn, zo veel bangers
Great album
Wanted to rate higher but outside the hits the other songs aren’t very interesting. Think I would have given a 4 when I was 18
My main reaction throughout this album was 'if only xyz, it's still entertaining though'. Really strong 3, but I wouldn't choose this album to listen to again. Really awesome, it might even be my favorite 3-star album yet. Added 'Ironic' to the playlist so at least I'll remember this album. - She better start singing at some point... - At least it's kinda catchy I guess - Random hugley popular song I've hard a million times. Thought I recognized the voice - This genre will always struggle to get a ranking from me, but I am enjoying this - I feel like this album, covered in the 2020s, and I'd love it. It's just a tough sound and her voice isn't my favorite. - This is an awesome album that I wish I could love. So many HUGE pop songs that are burned into my head and I don't even know why. Would've been fun to be living when this came out.
A bit meh, 6/10
I mean, the massive critical acclaim it has received wasn't for nothing. What an excellent trip of an album this is. It just doesn't take me to that amazing place for me. It really falls just short of the maximum rating. 4/5
Dit album doet me dus echt heel erg denken aan Anouk, de Nederlandse zangeres. Beetje dezelfde hoek van alternative poprock. You Oughta Know is natuurlijk een ontzettend bekend nummer. Wel weer 'standaard' benieuwd wat dit inhoud voor de rest van het album. Is het Layla and other songs of is de rest ook goed te trekken? Toen kwam Hand In My pocket, heee die ken ik ook! Nooit aan gedacht dat dit van dezelfde zangeres had kunnen zijn eigenlijk. Nee dit is echt een meer dan prima poprockalbumpje. Niet wereldschokkend wat dat betreft maar wel lekker om een keer te horen. Heeft Alanis er een nieuwe fan bij? Nee, dat zeker niet. Daarvoor vind ik het toch allemaal een beetje teveel van hetzelfde. Maar om een keer te horen? Prima, en best leuk om die 'oude' hits weer eens te horen. FAVO: You Oughta Know, Hand in my pocket, Ironic
Knew I knew a few songs here. Didn't know I knew nearly all of them. Really striking and engaging lyrics throughout. Shorty goes hard.
It's a great mix of post-grunge pop rock sounds without any songs feeling weak. A very good record in my book. Favorite Songs: You Oughta Know ; Hand in My Pocket ; You Learn ; Head Over Feet ; Ironic
6 - remember this being better. She is mighty salty.
The lyrics still sear.
You Oughta Know is a great song! Great album with 4 all-time great songs. A+
didn't like it so much. some songs are good, but ñe
The sound of being 18. There were better albums then, too. Some nicely nostalgic memories here though.
é um album ok, não passa pra mais e nem pra menos
Músicas pra ouvir na rádio rock entre as 10h e as 16h
Datado da melhor forma possível, o suco do alt rock dos anos 90 +Forgiven -head over feet
Took me back to the late 1900s lots of memories with the radio singles and discovered some gems in the rest of the album. There was a song where the lyics weren't in time/melodic and threw off the vibe for me. But as I recall at the time a lot of female singer/songwriters would have that "one weird song"
Fair bit to say about this one: Alanis, off a couple of folksier/softer albums took a different path with new production towards an edgier alternative rock/pop sound for Jagged Little Pill. The album title is drenched in irony, as is most of the album: describing both her, and the situation she’s in. She also follows a bit of a journey throughout the tracklist; the first few are very bitter breakup songs, later she sings about finding love again, ending on a happier if perhaps bittersweet note. It’s a well constructed album, not super front loaded, and not a ton of fat either. Maybe 1-2 filler songs. It’s sexual, it’s charged. It’s cathartic, emotive in a way that was a new expression for female singer songwriters of the time. You can draw a line of confessional pop from Joni Mitchell in the 60s to Alanis in the 90s, who then paved the way for your adult contemporary pop singers like Michelle Branch a bit later, and following the line even to the 2010s with Tove Lo- who really brought confessional pop back after the very dance centric 2000s. The album was a smash hit immediately also- universal praise, 17 million sales, 5 Grammies and diamond status cement it in the pop canon, and deservedly so. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Låter som musik man sondmatadets med som liten i baksätet på mammas Saab från dåliga högtalare. Soundet är starkt förankrat till hollywoods guldålder för mig, när de bajsade ut mängder med comedi/drama. Nej tack.
Gör ingenting för mig. Mary Jane var lite Joni Mitchellsk vilket var trevligt.
Sempre sólido, agressivo e suave, cima e baixo
Tem todos os bangers
É os 90 nao são para mim
Good album. I liked it! some songs I knew already because of childhood but I've never listened to all of it.
a few good tracks but not my thing...
Loved it! Love her voice on this album, can’t wait to listen to more of her! Favourite song on the album has to be Ought to know.
You Oughta Know is a banger but overall her voice comes across as whiny and repetitive.
3.7 Can honestly say before this I couldn't name you a song by her yet despite that three of these songs were extremely familiar, fair play. It's quite decent angsty teen pop/rock, set the groundwork for even popper shite that came after (*cough* Avril). There are some good tracks in here away from the hits, I particularly liked the opener and closer. However, the vocals do slightly grate in parts, that 'voice' that's put on happens a bit too frequently. Still, it's probably one of the better pop albums (if you can call it that?) that have appeared on this list. Probably because at it's heart it leans heavily rock, but still, can see why it's here.
Xanax?
This was dripping with 90s vibes, and the classic "You Oughta Know" was a hit even I recognized. A lot of emotional and clever metaphorical lyrics aimed at bad exes. Not my usual style, but it was a very interesting listeb nonetheless.
Gets bonus points bc ironic is on the album
So good
Meh. Not my jam, but a lot of people like it.
Alanis es icónica
лучик света в тёмном царстве
Already heard, own on CD, one of my most played. Love 'You Oughta Know' 8/10
some real bangers. amazing voice. recognized two songs from the album so 4.5/10
Cool music for a movie like feeling.
Record label executives have now realized that confessional songs "by girls for girls" are highly monetizable, and Gracie Abrams and Olivia Rodrigo have become a cloying tide. Surprisingly, this wasn't always the case. Alanis Morissette made a deeply personal album, combining lyrics about friendship, betrayal, parental expectations, and the ability to find joy on an empty wallet with a mix of grunge, shoegaze, country, and drum machines, and no one wanted to release it. Madonna's recently founded label, Maverick, took a risk, and it paid off — many found a personal connection in these songs, and the album sold incredibly well. Yes, some might find Alanis's voice offensive, and perhaps the album is heavily overproduced (as was the fashion in the 90s, trying to cram too much into the sound), but it was with this album that the artists began to talk about life with their listeners. And, of course, with the female listeners.
Iconic
Powerful vocals, but not something I'd listen to twice.
Its a memed album but its good. Not my style as much but Id bang it out
3/5 Joa
cheesy. dated. but somehow still refreshing
I will preface by saying I worked in retail where the hit from this record played frequently and often. Was slightly dreading this listen, not because the songs are bad, but simply because the times I had while some of these tracks were playing were. Overall a pretty nice listen, the fretless bass was a pleasant surprise. This record is also a master class in 90s production maximalist and full. Harmonica and layered unique vocals with a small pinch of experimentation. I don’t see myself coming back to this release however if it plays in my presence I won’t be upset. Might even tap a toe or two.
Number: 105 Date: 04/18/2026 Artist: Alanis Morissette Album: Jagged Little Pill Year: 1995 Genre: Singer Songwriter Alternative Rock Familiarity: Familiar Notes: Before: ======= Of course I know of her but cannot name any songs she did. Checking my favorites by years lists I don't find her name at all. During: ======= Oh, the first rack is rocking, not what I was expecting, really. I do know a few of these songs and like them but find her voice a little irritating after a while. 4 All I Really Want 5 You Oughta Know 3 Perfect 3 Hand In My Pocket 3 Right Through You 1 Forgiven 2 You Learn 3 Head Over Feet 2 Mary Jane 4 Ironic 1 Not The Doctor 2 Wake Up 2 You Oughta Know (Jimmy The Saint Blend) ----------------------------------------------------- 2.66 WEIGHTED AVERAGE (accounts for song lengths) After : ======= So, I added a couple of tracks to my 1995 playlist. I do agree it's an important album and deserves it's place on The List, although I personally don't find it that enjoyable to listen to as a whole. 3 my personal rating 5 suitability for this list 5 impact ----------------------------------------------- 4.3 composite rating
I can see why people love it Her voice is kinda crazy but the songwriting is memorable
I truly don't know how to feel about this, hence my middling rating. On one hand, I love the anger, cutting lyrics and hits on this album. On the other, Alanis' vocals can be grating and the whole album is dripping in 90s tropes that haven't aged well, in my opinion. I grew up on Alanis, but don't feel I can give her more than 3 stars for this one. 6/10
Uit respect voor het format het hele album afgeluisterd en daardoor Iconic en you oughta know tegen gekomen. Dat heeft er voor gezorgd dat het een 2 krijgt (ook alleen door de nostalgie). Voor de rest vreselijk
Ja helemaal kut, wel kleine guilty pleasure aan overgehouden
Excellent album, was in the 90’s and still is now.
"The production sounds dated" ☝️🤓 stfu
Nostalgic album filled with love-songs, great for roadtrips
Great Album already knew a few of the songs on it but listened to this back to back and outta know is such a banger. Great listen.
Guys, this is really weird. I was listening to this album online and someone replaced all the music with karaoke tracks. Alanis Morissette is still singing the same, but all the music was replaced with cheesy and cheap sounding music. Weird huh?
an album by alanis morissette, and probably her most famous. it’s intense, emotional rock music from an artist who doesn’t hold back with what she says. i really like how this album sounds. the drumloops stand out, paired with wide guitar strums and big, expressive vocals... it gives the whole thing a fresh, stylish edge for the genre. absolutely not an album you want to skip, especially if you’re a fan of 1990s alternative.
Qpdddddd, ya he escuchado muchas de estas canciones en soundtracks
Very important album and trailblazer for women in music as a confessional writer. The rawness and emotion is real. Great album however never personally connected with it, but was a huge. Sold 70 million copies. One of the great breakup records with Adele 21 and Rumours.
Okay Alanis don't hurt em. This is kinda crazy. This is so 2000s grungy. Definitely a predecessor. Is she perverted like me? That's the question. I like when women are a little evil. Wait this is actually so TikTok. I'm smart but I'm stupid, I'm gay but I'm straight, I shoplift in whole foods babyyy. Me when I see right through you. Yeah I really like this it's still so unique. A little dated but I've not heard much that sounds like this. RAHHHH Canada. This is just kinda tiring like I don't really care. Girl wrap it up. I get it by now. Just sooooo 2000s. Favourite: Forgiven Least favourite: Right Through You
conocía las conocidas, no sabia que conocía varias de las otras del album. Siento que si conocia más de ella en el lolla el año pasado hubiera disfrutado mucho más su show
Angry jilted girl album. Nicely done and a classic.
Listening to this album years after it came out has been eye-opening. Upon its release the album was a touchstone of female empowerment. I heard a few of the songs and wasn’t really impressed either way. Now years later as I listen to the entire album, I realize I don’t like. It hasn’t aged well and her vocal embellishments are a bit cringe worthy.
Some outstanding tracks (You Oughta Know, Hand in My Pocket, Ironic) which make up for the less stimulating ones.
Did not mind this album, but it become a bit tiresome towards the end. I like some individual tracks, I even have "Ironic", but some were just mah.
Ahhhh, Jagged Little Pill. A good instance to talk about the state of music journalism in the mid-90s. The stars aligned, and Alanis Morissette created something massively commercially successful—and, as it turned out, highly influential. Sure, the soil had been prepared by others, but AM did a great job harvesting it. The result is a fun, sometimes overly theatrical, but surprisingly enduring sound—one that has even seen a steady resurgence in recent years. But back to journalism: why did Jagged Little Pill receive so many bad reviews, especially from indie leaning outlets? Like many listeners, journalists were somewhat oversaturated with alt-rock. Add a dose of misogyny and that insufferable “authenticity” tag. I mean, Alanis Morissette played with a lot of influences, but the earth had already been shattered by her predecessors. Alanis Morissette embellished her songs with an undeniable pop sensibility and made restrained use of riot grrrl, grunge, trip-hop, etc. The result sounds either kaleidoscopic (if you’re a fan) or a tad overstuffed (if you like but don’t love JLP). The criticism, as far as I recall, was that where Liz Phair’s lyrics were overly explicit, AM’s were seen as more commonplace and somewhat ambiguous. Hole’s sound was drug-addled and raw—AM sounded polished, and the hardest thing she seemed to be doing was smoking a cigarette. Bikini Kill were downright political—AM felt like life lived somewhere in between the stairs. Still, is that a bad thing? For some “authentic” indie journalists, yes, it was. But looking at it now, I understand that position even less. Jagged Little Pill is a neat little mainstream pearl, where an artist managed to blend all the musical currents of its time into a cohesive whole. To some degree, yes, it functioned as a kind of projection surface, and I, too, occasionally miss a bit of punch. But hey—great album, still. Good to see that journalistic opinion seems to have shifted in AM’s favour over the years. Deservedly so.
So 90s.
This album feels like it hasn't aged well. It was kind of generic to me when it came out, feels generic now. I guess I can see why its on the list, there are some monster hits here.
It was like too much high school rock for me
The exceptionally rare album that genuinely has no bad songs. Top-to-bottom bangers with fantastic singing, strong musicianship, cool lyrics, unforgettable melodies, a unique perspective and voice, and just damn good songs. I'm not one of those people who think they stopped making good music when they were a teenager, but I can't help but envy 1995, when THIS was what defined popular music. Masterpiece.
Buen sonido por, parece mas viejo de lo que aparenta, la voz me parece algo nuevo siendo que nunca escuché un estilo tan hablado y dramático en una mujer. 8/10
Great classical alternative rock album.
The Apple Music summary for this album says that everybody has their favorite moment on it, but I’m not sure that’s true for me. I respect her vision and the massive success she achieved, but I never crave it in the way I do with my five star entries. I do think it is interesting to remember how ubiquitous it was though. I think the only equivalents were albums by Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, or Taylor Swift… all folks who had previous celebrity and huge promotional budgets. Everyone knew all the songs, everyone had opinions about her, and it seemed that everyone owned the album. Just an enormous impact for a female singer-songwriter — she cleared a path for so many others to follow.
Another one I don't need to listen to but I will.
I was 12 and I rode my bike to media play to buy my first album on CD with my paper route money. This album has aged like fine wine. Still excellent.
This and the Blue Album were the first albums I knew/liked as a kid. Must be the harmonica.
Not much to say. Kinda interesting, but didn’t enjoy it enough to come back to it again.
More 90s than a tamagotchi in Blockbuster
Classic album
⭐⭐⭐⭐- Jämnt album utan riktiga bottennapp och full med radiohits från 90-talet. Har en känsla av att albumet förlorar lite på att man hört många av spåren väldigt många gånger. Dock håller det ihop väl och även om produktionen andas väldigt mycket 90-tal så tycker jag inte det känns så daterat. Om jag ska vara lite kritisk så kan jag tycka att anslaget blir lite enformigt när man lyssnar på hela albumet rakt igenom, kan ha att göra med Alanis röst och sätt att sjunga. Får en 4a för en jämnheten men en svag 4a för att det är lite för långt (hade vunnit på att plocka bort några spår typ Wake up) och att det blir lite enformigt som helt album. Bäst är Perfect, Hand in my pocket, Mary Jane, Ironic och You oughta know
I understand how important this record is to many people in the world, I just can't do it. Alanis' voice is so grating and it is physically uncomfortable to listen to. The music isn't much better, but it offers some respite, until she starts singing again. I didn't like this record when it was first released and that still stands true today.
1. You Oughta Know 2. Head Over Feet 3. Hand in My Pocket
Awesome album, love her voice
Favorite song head over feet I feel like every song could be in 90s movie soundtrack its great
4.5
I’m giving it a 3 because there is a lot of good in this album. However, and I cannot tell you why, I cannot stand Alanis’ voice
Tiene una canción q es muy buena
I'll listen again.
not bad & I’ve definitely heard a few songs on this album before
This album sounds dated as well and her voice is so grating
If I’m feeling a little breaking bad-y I’d definitely listen to it