Shania Twain

Country music singer-songwriter

Shania Twain - Country music singer-songwriter
Born

August 28th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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This artist achieved significant success in the music industry as a country pop singer-songwriter. Debuted with the self-titled album in 1993, followed by the successful release of "The Woman in Me" in 1995, which included hits like "Any Man of Mine". Released "Come On Over" in 1997, the best-selling studio album by a female act in any genre, featuring singles such as "You’re Still the One" and "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!". The artist has received numerous accolades, including five Grammy Awards and is noted for influencing a generation of musicians with a blend of country and pop styles.

Released the best-selling album 'Come On Over'

Won five Grammy Awards

Popularized country pop music

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