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Now a full-fledged diva, Shania Twain has risen from
humble beginnings in Timmons, Ontario to become one of
the top selling Canadian artists of all times.
Known by most as just Shania, her music has taken
country to a new level. Gone are the days of whiny
voices with a Texas twang. Shania’s not so
traditional sound has turned her into a
country music sensation. She has received music
awards at almost
every imaginable venue: Junos, Grammys, American
Music Awards, Blockbuster Entertainment Awards and the
World Music Awards.
Though her musical ability is more than admirable, her
extremely photogenic appearance does her popularity no
harm. Her face has graced the cover of numerous
magazines and a she holds a contract with REVLON.
As a young child, Shania learned to play the guitar
and developed a talent for songwriting. Her obvious
skills were noticed and appreciated by her parents who
would take her to sing in bars (after hours), on local
radio and at community events whatever chance they
could. At age 21, Shania lost both of her parents to
a car accident and became surrogate mother to her
younger siblings.
For three years she sang showtunes at a resort to
support her family until they became self-sufficient.
At that time, she released a demo tape and within
months Mercury Nashville signed her on.
In 1993, her
self-titled debut performed well in Canada and the US.
CMT Europe named her Rising Video Star of the Year.
They were definitely on the right track.
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Shortly after the 1993 release, Shania was contacted
by Robert (Mutt) Lange, producer for
Bryan Adams, Def Leppard and AC/DC.
The two teamed
up and co-wrote her
second album
The Woman In Me, released in 1995.
This release catapulted Shania into stardom. It
produced three number one hits and has sold more that
12 million copies worldwide. The album spent more
than 100 weeks on the singles chart, an incredible
feat for one album that had no tour dates.
Come On Over, 1997’s follow-up album, is a
masterpiece. A collection of songs ranging from fun
loving, almost pop tunes “Don’t Be Stupid (You Know I
Love You)" and “That Don’t Impress Me Much" to
powerful intense ballads like “From This Moment On" (a
duet with Bryan White).
Come On Over is comprised of 16 singles because
Shania felt she couldn’t leave any of them out. A
tribute to how personal and important this album is to
her.
Shania’s phenomenal success can be attributed to her
determination, hardwork and natural talent. Now,
along with her enormous fan base, she will maintain
her superstar status for years to come.
by Erin
Brosha, CanEHdian.com
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