Late Monday (November 7), Alanis Morissette responded to “misinformation rumbles” about her absence from Saturday’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, saying that at this stage in her profession, she was “a No need to spend time in the environment”. that undermines women.”
Spotted by Rundown in an Early Opportunity BoardOf course, Morissette was listed as performing “You’re So Wayne” with Olivia Rodrigo in a tribute to Rock Hall member Carly Simon at the ceremony, although her title was not on the final set list. according to a page six Reportedly, Morissette had rehearsed for a duet with Rodrigo on Friday, but the 19-year-old pop star eventually nailed the song on her own.
Morissette began her claim on Monday by saying how much she loves Simon and Rodrigo and the other girls starring on Saturday’s Invoice, though she said she “sucked at it on more occasions than I can count”. And apparently was not prepared to do so. This this time.
“I have spent decades in an industry that is rife with an anti-female sentiment and have endured a great deal of condescension and disrespect, reduction, dismissal, contract-breaching, incapacity, exploitation and psychological violence (and more) throughout my career. Morissette shared on her Instagram Story. “I endured it because nothing would stop me from connecting with the people I cared about and with whom I resonated. I live to serve and connect with people and so over the years I’ve sucked at more opportunities than I can depend on to take action. It’s hard not to be impressed in any business around the world, although Hollywood has been infamous for its disrespect for the woman in all of us.
“Thankfully, I’m at a point in my life where I don’t have to spend time in an environment that belittles women.”
Morissette’s involvement was not offered prior to the occasion, which is slated to air on HBO later this month. A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame spokesperson did not comment. BoardRequest for comment at press time.
Simon was involved in the Rock Hall Class of 2022, which also included Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics, Dolly Parton and Lionel Richie. Other motivators for musical excellence included Judas Priest and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis; Harry Belafonte and Elizabeth Cotton for quick effect; and Alan Grubman, Jimmy Iovine and Sylvia Robinson for the Ahmet Ertegun Prize.
Read Morissette’s full statement below:
There has been some misinformation about me not acting at The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony last weekend. First, let me say how much I look forward to Carly Simon and Olivia Rodrigo and Dolly Parton and Janet Jackson and Pat [Benatar] And Sheryl Crow and Pink and Brandi Carlyle and Sara Bareilles—and all the fantastic individuals and actors that were there.
I have spent many years in an occupation that is rife with a pervasive anti-female sentiment and have experienced many forms of condescension and disrespect, waivers, dismissals, contract-breach, incapacity, exploitation and psychological violence (and additional ) has been tolerated. , I endured it because nothing would stop me from connecting with the people I cared about and with whom I resonated. I live to serve and connect with people and so over the years I’ve sucked at more opportunities than I can depend on to take action. It’s hard not to be impressed in any business around the world, although Hollywood has been infamous for its disrespect for the woman in all of us.
Thankfully, I’m to a degree in my life where I don’t need to spend time in an environment that belittles girls. I have had many incredible experiences throughout my life with construction groups of all genders. So many, and so enjoyable. Nothing is more important than a team of different people coming together with a mission. I will continue to point with bells in these environments.
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This story first appeared on Billboard.com.
