21 Things I Want in a Lover
Alanis Morissette
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Do you derive joy when someone else succeeds? Do you not play dirty when engaged in competition? Do you have a big intellectual capacity but know That it alone does not equate wisdom? Do you see everything as an illusion? But enjoy it even though you are not of it? Are you both masculine and feminine? politically aware? And don't believe in capital punishment? These are 21 things that I want in a lover Not necessarily needs but qualities that I prefer Do you derive joy from diving in and seeing that Loving someone can actually feel like freedom? are you funny? la self-deprecating? like adventure? and have many formed opinions? These are 21 things that I want in a lover Not necessarily needs but qualities that I prefer I figure I can describe it since I have a choice in the matter These are 21 things I choose to choose in a lover I'm in no hurry I could wait forever I'm in no rush 'cause I like being solo There are no worries and certainly no pressure in the meantime I'll live like there's no tomorrow Are you uninhibited in bed? more than three times a week? Up for being experimental? are you athletic? Are you thriving in a job that helps your brother? are you not addicted? ...curious and communicative...
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Written by: Alanis Morissette
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10 facts about this song
Album Facts"21 Things I Want in a Lover" is featured on Morissette's fifth studio album, "Under Rug Swept", released back in 2002, making it one of her more recent works. The album overall explores themes of love, relationships, and introspection.
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Message FactsThis song expresses Morissette's wishes for the ideal traits of her future lover. Rather than focusing on physical attributes or wealth, she asks for her lover to have self-awareness, be intellectually challenging, and possess a sense of humor.
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Songwriting FactsAlanis Morissette penned "21 Things I Want in a Lover" herself, adding an impression of personal intimacy to the song. The lyrics reflect her own personal desires, tapping into her experiences and beliefs about relationships.
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Critical Reception Facts"21 Things I Want in a Lover" received positive reviews from critics, praised for its serious yet humorous take on the subject of love and relationships.
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Music Style FactsThe song represents a fusion of pop and rock music, a signature style of Alanis Morissette's musical genre known as alt-rock or alternative rock.
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Track Facts"21 Things I Want in a Lover" opens the album “Under Rug Swept”, setting off an impactful beginning with its racy lyrics and melody.
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Performance and Chart FactsThough the song wasn't a single and didn’t have major chart success, Morissette frequently performs it at her concerts.
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Lyricism FactsUnlike some of her other songs which heavily feature metaphors and abstract imagery, "21 Things I Want in a Lover" is quite direct and explicit about its wishes. This straightforward style establishes a clear and immediate intimacy with the listeners.
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Unique FactsDespite having quite a longish title, the song does not actually list 21 specific attributes in its lyrics. However, the repeated phrase "But how 'bout" introduces each new attribute, creating a sense of enumeration and progression.
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Inspirational Facts"21 Things I Want in a Lover" serves as a witty and candid exploration of one's standards in a partner, encouraging listeners to actively choose what they want in their own relationships.
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