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Alanis Nadine Morissette ( ə-LAN-iss MORR-iss-ET; born June 1, 1974) is a Canadian and American singer, songwriter, musician, and actress. Referred to as the "Queen of Alt Rock Angst", she became a cultural phenomenon in the mid 1990s and known for her emotive mezzo-soprano voice and confessional songwriting. She has sold more than 60 million records worldwide, making her one of the world's best-selling music artists. She is the recipient of numerous accolades, including a Brit Award, seven Grammy Awards, fourteen Juno Awards, and nominations for two Golden Globe Awards and a Tony Award.