Lyric discussion by naughtmoses 

Cover art for Surrendering lyrics by Alanis Morissette

Well said, Ian-sama. Al's a meditating Buddhist. She's always looking for the "middle path." Likewise this reads like another one of her multi-level objectifications. Sounds like it's every bit as much notes to herself as to a former lover or anyone who just stumbles across it. Ever the delightful little professor who's class I'd =never= miss.