What makes iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette by Alanis Morissette notable?

This album is notable for its intimate insights into the songwriting process behind some of Morissette's most iconic tracks, featuring re-recorded versions that resonate with fans. It also serves as an important cultural artifact, illustrating the evolution of female singer-songwriters in the late '90s and early 2000s while contributing to Morissette's enduring legacy in alternative rock. By the time 'iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette' was released in 2004, Morissette had already achieved significant fame with her previous albums, notably 'Jagged Little Pill' (1995) and 'Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie' (1998). This compilation came during a period of artistic reflection as she prepared for her next studio album, marking an exploration of her earlier works through the lens of hindsight.

Who is iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette for?

iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette works well if you're into reflective storytelling with peaks, narrative exploration of emotions and intimate insights into songwriting.

How many songs are on iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette?

iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette has 21 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette

Alanis Morissette · 2004

53 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · progressive rock

A reflective collection blending introspective storytelling with a mix of rock and pop sensibilities.

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Why this album works

This album is notable for its intimate insights into the songwriting process behind some of Morissette's most iconic tracks, featuring re-recorded versions that resonate with fans. It also serves as an important cultural artifact, illustrating the evolution of female singer-songwriters in the late '90s and early 2000s while contributing to Morissette's enduring legacy in alternative rock.

Best for: reflective storytelling with peaks narrative exploration of emotions intimate insights into songwriting
Context: By the time 'iTunes Originals – Alanis Morissette' was released in 2004, Morissette had already achieved significant fame with her previous albums, notably 'Jagged Little Pill' (1995) and 'Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie' (1998). This compilation came during a period of artistic reflection as she prepared for her next studio album, marking an exploration of her earlier works through the lens of hindsight.
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Tracklist

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1 Introduction 1:43
2 Thoughts about “You Oughta Know” 0:52
3 You Oughta Know Standout 4:09
4 The motivation behind writing “Everything” 2:37
5 Everything (iTunes Originals version) 4:34
6 How the inspiration behind “Everything” is similar to “Head Over Feet” 0:46
7 Head Over Feet (iTunes Originals version) 4:20
8 The most ironic thing about “Ironic” 0:51
9 Ironic (iTunes Originals version) 3:55
10 How to ruin your life in “Eight Easy Steps” 0:37
11 Eight Easy Steps 2:50
12 “Thank U” is a prayer 0:54
13 Thank U (iTunes Originals version) 4:36
14 Finding “Excuses” 0:45
15 Excuses (iTunes Originals version) 3:56
16 The therapy behind “Hands Clean” 0:55
17 Hands Clean (iTunes Originals version) 4:44
18 The most gratifying moments for me 0:48
19 Utopia 4:58
20 Why the album is called “So‐Called Chaos” 1:15
21 Out Is Through 3:51

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