The ground-breaking legacy of Alanis Morissette’s iconic album Jagged Little Pill is celebrated and explored in the new book Alanis: Thirty Years of Jagged Little Pill by music journalist and author Selena Fragassi. On June 13, 1995, 21-year-old Alanis Morissette released Jagged Little Pill, an existential awakening of sexuality, a rail against sexism, and a confessional catch-all of topics related to anxiety, depression, angst, eating disorders, religious dogma, and beauty standards. The raw emotion and introspective lyrics of tracks such “You Oughta Know,” “Ironic,” and “Hand in My Pocket” struck a chord with fans around the world. Alanis became a voice for millions of young women, providing both a sense of identity and inspiration.

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