Morissette assumed creative control and producing duties for her subsequent studio albums, including Under Rug Swept (2002), So-Called Chaos (2004), Flavors of Entanglement (2008), and Havoc and Bright Lights (2012). Her ninth album, Such Pretty Forks in the Road, was released in 2020. Morissette has sold more than 75 million records worldwide and has been dubbed the "Queen of Alt-Rock Angst" by Rolling Stone.
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Studio albums
Alanis (1991)
Now Is the Time (1992)
Jagged Little Pill (1995)
Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie (1998)
Under Rug Swept (2002)
So-Called Chaos (2004)
Flavors of Entanglement (2008)
Havoc and Bright Lights (2012)
Such Pretty Forks in the Road (2020)
Spiral
Alanis Morissette Lyrics
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And somehow they're creeping back in
I could be sleeping awakened the torrent
Somehow I get caught in their grips again
And here I am in my shame spiral
I'm sucked in to it again
And I reach out for your benevolent opinion
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
Cause they do their best to bring me down, bring me down
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
I could be listening to waken the season
The story I'm not even in
These voices have their way when I am unguarded
Suddenly I step in quicksand again
Once again in my shame spiral
I am glad that you've weighed in, oh
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
Cause they do their best to bring me down
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
All these judgements, so incisive
Voices left to their devices
This moments narrate is a desperate plea
For slack to be cut to me
Cut to me, oh
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
'Cause they do their best to bring me down, bring me down
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
Turn them round, turn them round
The lyrics of Alanis Morissette's "Spiral" express the singer's internal struggle with negative self-talk and critical voices that constantly bring her down. She describes how even when she feels happy or at peace, these voices sneak back in and drag her down into a shame spiral. The chorus asks for help in dealing with these critical voices, and highlights the importance of having someone to turn to for support. The final lines of the song create a powerful image of the singer, begging for the negative voices to stop judging her and asking for some compassion and understanding from those around her.
The song is a powerful testament to the struggle with negative self-talk that many people experience. The lyrics reveal the pain and vulnerability of that experience, and the singer's plea for help is a relatable sentiment. The song also highlights the importance of having someone to turn to for support, and the healing power of kindness and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
I could be daydreaming but for a moment
Even in my happiest moments, negative thoughts tend to slowly creep in.
And somehow they're creeping back in
Without any reason, the negative thoughts and feelings that I thought I left behind are returning.
I could be sleeping awakened the torrent
Even in my sleep, I am not free of the emotional turmoil that causes these negative thoughts.
Somehow I get caught in their grips again
I keep finding myself trapped in these negative thoughts which pull me down.
And here I am in my shame spiral
I am caught up in a recurring cycle of guilt and shame which affects my confidence.
I'm sucked in to it again
I am easily pulled back to that dark place.
And I reach out for your benevolent opinion
In the hope that I can escape this cycle, I ask for your wise advice.
And you bring the light back in, oh
Your positive guidance helps me break free from the negative thoughts.
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
Please, stay with me and help me shut out the negative thoughts which lower my mood.
Cause they do their best to bring me down, bring me down
These negative thoughts will suppress my spirit and lower my self-esteem.
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
When I'm on my own, these thoughts and feelings tend to amplify.
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
I need you to assist me to redirect my mind, and control these overpowering emotions.
All these judgements, so incisive
These damaging thoughts I cannot seem to shake are sharp and cutting.
Voices left to their devices
When left unchecked, my negative thoughts can damage my health and overall emotional wellbeing.
This moments narrate is a desperate plea
Through these lyrics, I'm crying out for aid to help me conquer my negative thoughts.
For slack to be cut to me
I want to be offered some patience and understanding.
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
I want you to stay with me and help me quiet all these destructive thoughts.
'Cause they do their best to bring me down, bring me down
These thoughts can be so overpowering that they damage my self-esteem and pull me down.
Turn them round, turn them round
Help me turn these negative thoughts around to positive ones, and find a path towards light and positivity.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: GUY SIGSWORTH, ALANIS NADINE MORISSETTE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I could be daydreaming but for a moment
And somehow they're creeping back in
I could be sleeping awakened the torrent
Somehow I get caught in their grips again
And here I am in my shame spiral
I'm sucked in to it again
And I reach out for your benevolent opinion
And you bring the light back in, oh
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
Cause they do their best to bring me down, bring me down
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
I could be listening to waken the season
The story I'm not even in
These voices have their way when I am unguarded
Suddenly I step in quicksand again
Once again in my shame spiral
I am glad that you've weighed in, oh
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
Cause they do their best to bring me down
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
All these judgements, so incisive
Voices left to their devices
This moments narrate is a desperate plea
For slack to be cut to me
Cut to me, oh
Don't leave me here with all these critical voices
'Cause they do their best to bring me down, bring me down
When I'm alone with all these negative voices
I will need your help to turn them down, turn them round
Turn them round, turn them round
@tristinroberson7317
I LOVE this song
@AeroLancaster
My favorite song from the album, hands down. For those familiar with Guy Sigsworth, you can definitely hear his influence in this track. Love it!
@jmleahy428
i needed this song more than anything today. thank you for this.
@rosejesus7532
Thanks for sharing. Alanis always Alanis ❤❤✌
@EmilyGraceTarot83
One of my fav songs ever! (& "everything"~she's absolutely phenomenal & beautifully talented❤️🙌💜.)
@wsmith4
They all stand out. Brilliant album.
@angelokapp9493
This is sooo 90ies - I just love this flow!
@mpkdc
This song rings true to my own experience. Having folks to bring us back to Earth after crazy self-delusion and self-critique is critical.
@jml6757
So Nice John the french guy
@kiaretta405
È una delle più belle . Peccato non abbia una clip ufficiale