Jagged Little Pill

Alanis Morissette

Jagged Little Pill is the 1995 multi-platinum smash that made Alanis an alt-rock famous person and earned a perennial spot in all the foremost “Finest Rock Albums of All Time” lists (together with Rolling Stone’s).

Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill is a groundbreaking album that captured the angst and emotions of a generation.

Released in 1995, this alternative rock record is a raw and unapologetic exploration of love, heartbreak, anger, and self-discovery.

With hits like “You Oughta Know,” “Ironic,” and “Hand in My Pocket,” Morissette’s powerful lyrics and emotive vocals resonated deeply with listeners.

The album blends rock, pop, and grunge influences, creating an edgy yet accessible sound.

Produced by Glen Ballard, Jagged Little Pill became a massive commercial success, selling over 33 million copies worldwide and earning numerous awards, including several Grammys.

Morissette’s fearless approach to songwriting, where she candidly addresses topics like betrayal and empowerment, struck a chord with audiences, making the album a defining moment in ’90s music.

Jagged Little Pill remains a timeless and influential work, celebrated for its authenticity and emotional depth.

Tracklist for Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill:

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

Bonus Track (on some versions):
13. You Oughta Know (Alternate Take)

This album’s mix of raw emotion and catchy melodies helped define the sound of the mid-90s.