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Alanis Morissette: MTV Unplugged
MTV Unplugged is the first live album by Canadian singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette, released by Maverick Records in the United States on November 9, 1999 (see 1999 in music). It comprises songs performed by Morissette on the television program MTV Unplugged. Twelve tracks were included on the album, but Morissette performed several others, including "Baba", "Thank U" (both from 1998's Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie) and "Your House" (the hidden track on 1995's Jagged Little Pill), during her Unplugged concert. These were later released as B-sides on the "King of Pain" single release. The first single, "That I Would Be Good", was moderately successful, and two other tracks, "King of Pain" (a cover of the song by The Police) and "You Learn" were released as singles outside North America. As of March 2012, the album has sold 673,000 copies in the U.S.
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Plot Summary
This iconic performance features Alanis Morissette performing a stripped-down, acoustic set of her most beloved hits. Recorded for MTV Unplugged, the special showcases her raw vocal talent and emotional depth. The intimate setting allows for a powerful connection between the artist and her audience, highlighting the timeless songwriting that defined a generation.
Critical Reception
Alanis Morissette: MTV Unplugged was widely praised for its intimate and powerful performance, showcasing Morissette's vocal prowess and songwriting maturity. Critics and audiences alike lauded the stripped-down arrangements that gave new life to her well-known songs, emphasizing the raw emotion and vulnerability on display.
What Reviewers Say
A raw and emotionally resonant performance that reinterprets her biggest hits.
Morissette's vocal delivery and intimate stage presence were highlights.
The acoustic arrangements breathed new life into familiar songs.
Google audience: Audience reception for Alanis Morissette: MTV Unplugged is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the authentic and stripped-down nature of the performance. Fans particularly enjoyed hearing her hits in a more intimate setting, appreciating the emotional depth and vocal clarity.
Fun Fact
During the performance of "Head Over Feet", Alanis Morissette humorously introduced the song by saying it was the first song she ever wrote about a woman, referring to her then-girlfriend, actress Elaine Henrix.
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