Country music legend Shania Twain is pushing for a more inclusive industry, urging equal play and greater diversity among its artists. The renowned singer-songwriter accepted the Equal Play Award at last Sunday's CMT Awards, using her acceptance speech as an opportunity to call out the need for change.
Twain reminisced about one of her most iconic hits, "Man I Feel Like a Woman," which became an anthem for female empowerment. She noted that she had no idea it would have such a profound impact when she first wrote it, but its message continues to inspire and uplift women across the globe.
"It's amazing how one statement can empower so many," Twain said, referring to her hit phrase. The singer believes this power is what makes "Man I Feel Like a Woman" a genuine path to strength and joy for countless individuals worldwide.
Twain expressed her desire for an inclusive country music genre, calling it "family." However, she noted that the current industry standard falls short in representing the diversity of its artists. She emphasized the importance of showcasing artists from various backgrounds and ages.
The country star highlighted a few artists who will be joining her on her upcoming "Queen of Me" tour, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Mickey Guyton, and others. Twain aims to bring these diverse acts into the spotlight, ensuring they receive equal play regardless of their gender, age, or racial background.
In addition to promoting diversity, Twain also used her platform to celebrate African American artists. She performed an acappella with The BoykinZ, a rising country group consisting of sisters who make up the band, after being surprised by Kelly Clarkson during her daytime talk show. This moment marked a connection between Twain and the talented group.
Throughout her speech, Twain vowed to continue serving as a trailblazer for the music industry, advocating for fairness and representation. She urged others to join her in ensuring that all artists receive equal opportunities to shine, regardless of their background or identity.
Twain reminisced about one of her most iconic hits, "Man I Feel Like a Woman," which became an anthem for female empowerment. She noted that she had no idea it would have such a profound impact when she first wrote it, but its message continues to inspire and uplift women across the globe.
"It's amazing how one statement can empower so many," Twain said, referring to her hit phrase. The singer believes this power is what makes "Man I Feel Like a Woman" a genuine path to strength and joy for countless individuals worldwide.
Twain expressed her desire for an inclusive country music genre, calling it "family." However, she noted that the current industry standard falls short in representing the diversity of its artists. She emphasized the importance of showcasing artists from various backgrounds and ages.
The country star highlighted a few artists who will be joining her on her upcoming "Queen of Me" tour, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Mickey Guyton, and others. Twain aims to bring these diverse acts into the spotlight, ensuring they receive equal play regardless of their gender, age, or racial background.
In addition to promoting diversity, Twain also used her platform to celebrate African American artists. She performed an acappella with The BoykinZ, a rising country group consisting of sisters who make up the band, after being surprised by Kelly Clarkson during her daytime talk show. This moment marked a connection between Twain and the talented group.
Throughout her speech, Twain vowed to continue serving as a trailblazer for the music industry, advocating for fairness and representation. She urged others to join her in ensuring that all artists receive equal opportunities to shine, regardless of their background or identity.
... like, I've been saying this for ages - country music needs a major shake up! It's all about time we bring in more women, people of color, and younger artists into the spotlight. I mean, can you imagine if the same old faces are still dominating the charts? it's just not fair 
. And Shania's speech was EVERYTHING 
... she spoke from her heart and made me want to scream "finally!" 
. The fact that she highlighted artists like Lily Rose, Hailey Whitters, and Mickey Guyton is a huge step in the right direction. We need more voices like theirs telling our stories and sharing their experiences. Shania's not just an icon, she's a true leader 
... let's keep supporting her efforts to make country music a more inclusive space for all 
country music needs more people like shania twain who actually care about change 
she didn't mince words when talking about the industry's lack of representation and i love that she's using her platform to make a change 
! Shania Twain is speaking truth to power and it's about time someone does! The country music industry needs a serious shake-up, you know? It's like they're stuck in the 90s (no pun intended 
) and forget that women of color are out there killing the game too!
. And can we talk about how epic it is that she's putting on tour with artists like Lily Rose and Hailey Whitters? It's about time they got some spotlight 
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. I'm so here for this movement and I hope it spreads like wildfire 
. We need more trailblazers like Twain who aren't afraid to speak their minds and bring about change 
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. It's great that she's using her platform to promote diversity and inclusion in country music. I mean, it's amazing how one song can impact so many people, right? 
of empowering women and promoting diversity in country music 
. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good "Man I Feel Like a Woman" anthem? 
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. But seriously, can we talk about how long it's taken for country music to catch up? It feels like we're just now starting to see some real change 
. Shania Twain is definitely paving the way, and I'm excited to see what the future holds! 
. she's like a true leader, not just a talented singer, but someone who actually cares about making a change 
I gotta ask... what's with these awards shows? Like, aren't they just giving each other trophies? And why do they always have to be so formal? Can't we just chill and have a good time like everyone else? 
I love her music and she's really inspiring with what she's saying about diversity in country music. But isn't it kinda weird that she was surprised by Kelly Clarkson on her talk show? Like, didn't they already meet or something? 
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