Alanis Morissette is bringing a new depth to her iconic hit “You Oughta Know” as she appears on MGM+’s acclaimed series ‘Words + Music’. Premiering on Dec. 21, her episode promises an intimate look at her storied career and a stripped-down performance that highlights the raw emotion of this timeless track. By revisiting this breakthrough song in an innovative format, Morissette offers fans a chance to rediscover the power of her music, now set against the visual artistry of the series.
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Alanis Morissette has been performing “You Oughta Know” for 30 years, and yet the record remains a striking encapsulation of her artistry. The singer-songwriter appears on the MGM+ documentary series ‘Words + Music’ to deliver a chilling live rendition of the ‘Jagged Little Pill’ single and reflect on the three decades that have passed since its release.
An Intimate Performance
During the episode, scheduled to air on Dec. 21, Morissette is joined on stage by three musicians, who provide a sparse backdrop to her powerhouse vocal performance. The screen behind them flashes with images from throughout her career, including packed festival appearances and intimate concerts. Morissette’s complete performance will feature other hit songs as well as new material, all filtered through her reflections on healing and anger in connection to creating art.
The Series Revitalized
Words + Music revitalizes the audio series launched by Audible in 2021. “Musicians express what we mere mortals think and feel, but they do it better….and with a melody,” Gunpowder & Sky CEO Van Toffler shared in a statement. “Adapting Words + Music for a visual medium gave our studio, and our producing partners Alex Coletti and Bill Flanagan, an incredible opportunity to merge lyrics, music, performance, and visual art. The result is something as intimate as a backstage confession and as cinematic as a feature film. These aren’t just stories about iconic songs – they’re portraits of how those songs, and the artists behind them came to be.”
A Star-Studded Lineup
Morissette’s episode will follow deep dives with John Legend, Sheryl Crow, and Elvis Costello. According to a release, the series, which debuted on Nov. 30, “will feature iconic artists sharing stories about songs pivotal to their careers, followed by all-new performances of those songs either solo or with a band.” New episodes premiere on Sundays at 9 p.m. EST on MGM+.
Through her episode of ‘Words + Music’, Alanis Morissette not only reimagines “You Oughta Know” but also opens a window into her ongoing artistic journey. This introspective series continues to unravel the stories behind music’s most enduring tracks, connecting audiences with the artists like never before.