Country-pop queen Shania Twain just dropped a new album, Now – her first one in 15 years. While we get acquainted with the new Shania, it’s also nice to look back at the hits that made her the most successful female artiste in country music.
From This Moment On (1997)
Did you know the lyrics to one of the most romantic songs in the world was written at a football match? Yup, From This Moment On was written by Twain when she was accompanying her then-husband at a football game in Italy. As Twain wasn’t a football fan, her mind wandered and she started writing and voila! (I should go to football games more often.)
And can we talk about that music video? Clad in an off-white velvet dress and her hair pulled back in a slick ponytail, Twain had the grace and beauty of angel sent from above.
You’re Still The One (1997)
As if one iconic love ballad wasn’t enough, Twain had another one. You’re Still The One came about amid criticism that Twain and her then-husband (renowned producer) Robert John “Mutt” Lange’s relationship wouldn’t last because of their 16-year age difference, among others. You’re Still The One is another wedding favourite but has a more laidback feel than the elegant From This Moment On.
Any Man Of Mine (1995)
Twain’s repertoire includes more than just music for walking down the aisle. She also specialises in creating toe-tapping uptempo country tracks like Any Man Of Mine. Twain sings about making sure her man always encourages, always uplifts even when she’s not at her best.
That Don’t Impress Me Much (1998)
Another girl power anthem is That Don’t Impress Me Much which sees Twain wanting more than just looks, wealth or intelligence in a lover. Its music video gave us one of her most memorable looks, rocking a leopard print ensemble very few can pull off.
Man! I Feel Like A Woman (1999)
Man! I Feel Like A Woman boasts a catchy guitar riff at the start, and well, a catchy everything. Twain sings about letting her hair down, putting aside her inhibitions and painting the town red (is that why the music video is primarily in red tones?).
Ka-Ching! (2003)
Twain pokes fun at the materialistic society we live in yet another infectious uptempo track. She effectively delivers a serious message in her signature fun way.
You’ve Got A Way (1999)
Twain clearly has a way with creating an album full of hit songs. You’ve Got A Way is her eighth country single from the album Come On Over. In fact, every song listed here except Any Man Of Mine and Ka-Ching! is from Come On Over. It’s another syrupy sweet ballad that boasts a timeless melody.
