Shania Twain is a Canadian country-pop icon known for hits like "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" and the multi-platinum album Come On Over; her blend of country and pop helped redefine crossover music in the 1990s and 2000s. Fans praise her powerful vocals, catchy songwriting, and enduring influence on contemporary country artists.
Shania Twain was born Eilleen Regina Edwards and later took the name Shania after being adopted by her stepfather, a name she has said is inspired by an Ojibwe phrase often translated as "I'm on my way."
Practice Questions
Q:Which album was Shania's breakthrough?
A:The Woman in Me (1995)
The Woman in Me propelled Twain from country hopeful to mainstream star, selling millions and establishing her pop-country crossover sound and public profile worldwide.
Q:How many albums has she sold worldwide?
A:Over 100 million albums
Shania is one of the best-selling female artists ever, with multiple diamond-certified albums and five Grammy Awards underscoring her commercial and critical success.