That I would be loved even when I numb myself That I would be good even when I am overwhelmed That I would be loved even when I was fuming That I wou… - Alanis Morissette

Not in contact, not a letter,
Such communication, telepathic.
You've been vilified, used as fodder.
You deserve a piece of every record.

I'm broke, but I'm happy.
I'm poor, but I'm kind.
I'm short, but I'm healthy, yeah.
I'm high, but I'm grounded.
I'm sane, but I'm overwhelmed.
I'm lost, but I'm hopeful, baby. And what it all comes down to
Is that everything's gonna be fine, fine, fine.
'Cause I've got one hand in my pocket
And the other one is givin' a high five.

When [Jagged Little Pill] came out, I feel like I immediately went into survival mode to keep the 'overwhelm' that comes from being famous at bay. Ten years later, I have the luxury of time and distance to formally honor it.