Alanis Morissette

MTV Unplugged

Aggressive to Aromatherapy!

Review Score:

(10/10)
I recently bought this album and I think it's great! In a way you can say it's taking Alanis' songs and changing every single one (even the ones with aggressive lyrics) to sweet songs you would want to listen to when you're in a peaceful mood. It's like an Enya-Celine Dion version of Alanis Morissette singles! The album includes three never before heard tracks "Over cappuccino", "Princess familiar", and "these R the thoughts". They're quite good and from the three I personally prefer "Over cappuccino" to the other two singles cause I like the Vanessa Carlton type piano music that is featured in the background.

The unplugged album's "You learn" is alright unlike the fantastic "Jagged Little Pill" version. In the middle of the song you feel like doxing off.

"Head over feet" is just as good as the original version-a sweet joyful melody (the harmonica makes it even better).

"You outta know" although slower is still really good and is the song from the album that is very different and slightly faster than the other songs (great guitar music included).

As for my favourite song from "Jagged Little Pill", "Ironic" is not as good as the original version but after listening to it a couple of times you learn to like it.

"That I would be good" is just as sweet as the original version. In fact it's exactly like the original version starting out as a mundane melody but quickly turing into a peaceful sing-a-long song due to Alanis' sudden vocal changes.

Overall this album is great-very soothing to listen to. Those of you who prefer Alanis' simple sweet melodies- this is for you! It's also for all (most) Celine Dion and Enya fans. Alanis has some great vocal performances featured in these tracks. If you like this album you should check out Alanis past two albums, her latest album (under rug swept) or "Alanis Maximum". Also check out "precious illusions" from her "Under rug swept" album!

--------Ahmed Mashhood

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