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Shania Twain Urges Country Music to 'Come Together' in a Bid for Inclusivity and Equality.
In her acceptance speech at the CMT Awards, Shania Twain called on the country music industry to become more inclusive, acknowledging the need for greater diversity and equal pay. The legendary singer expressed gratitude for being recognized with the Equal Play Award, which she felt was long overdue.
Twain recalled writing one of her most iconic songs, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", without realizing its impact on future generations. She noted that the phrase has become an empowering mantra for people around the world and brought her immense joy. The star's sentiment resonated as she emphasized the importance of embracing diversity in music.
Twain believes country music should be a genre where everyone feels welcome, stating "We're family." However, she argued that the current industry standards do not serve this vision well enough. Noting the rich history of country music, which nurtured her own career from childhood, Twain emphasized its need for inclusivity and representation.
At the CMT Awards, Twain was presented with the award by rapper Megan Thee Stallion, an artist she has long admired. Twain highlighted several diverse acts set to appear on her "Queen of Me" tour this year, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Mickey Guyton, and others.
As a trailblazer in country music, Twain vowed to continue using her platform to advocate for artists who deserve equal pay and recognition regardless of their gender, age, or racial background. In an uplifting display of unity, she even performed acappella with the African American singing group, The BoykinZ, a highlight of the evening that underscored the power of collaboration in music.
With her inspiring words, Twain is leading the charge towards creating a more inclusive country music scene where everyone feels valued and celebrated.
In her acceptance speech at the CMT Awards, Shania Twain called on the country music industry to become more inclusive, acknowledging the need for greater diversity and equal pay. The legendary singer expressed gratitude for being recognized with the Equal Play Award, which she felt was long overdue.
Twain recalled writing one of her most iconic songs, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", without realizing its impact on future generations. She noted that the phrase has become an empowering mantra for people around the world and brought her immense joy. The star's sentiment resonated as she emphasized the importance of embracing diversity in music.
Twain believes country music should be a genre where everyone feels welcome, stating "We're family." However, she argued that the current industry standards do not serve this vision well enough. Noting the rich history of country music, which nurtured her own career from childhood, Twain emphasized its need for inclusivity and representation.
At the CMT Awards, Twain was presented with the award by rapper Megan Thee Stallion, an artist she has long admired. Twain highlighted several diverse acts set to appear on her "Queen of Me" tour this year, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Mickey Guyton, and others.
As a trailblazer in country music, Twain vowed to continue using her platform to advocate for artists who deserve equal pay and recognition regardless of their gender, age, or racial background. In an uplifting display of unity, she even performed acappella with the African American singing group, The BoykinZ, a highlight of the evening that underscored the power of collaboration in music.
With her inspiring words, Twain is leading the charge towards creating a more inclusive country music scene where everyone feels valued and celebrated.
she's right though, country music can be super exclusive it feels like an old boys club sometimes & that needs to change 
i love how she's using her platform 2 advocate 4 equal pay & recognition 4 artists who get left behind, especially women of color 
those collaborations with other artists were so cool btw, let's see more of that in the future! 
I'm so glad to see Shania Twain using her platform to promote inclusivity and equality in the country music industry 
. As a parent, it's heartbreaking to think that some young artists might feel like they don't fit into the traditional mold of what country music should be all about 
. But Shania's words are so inspiring - "We're family" is more than just a phrase, it's a way of life 
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. It's about time we start celebrating all kinds of talent and creativity in country music, not just what fits into a certain mold 
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. But Shania's message is one of love, acceptance, and unity 
- let's get behind her and support a more inclusive country music scene 
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... don't get me wrong, it's awesome to see Shania Twain using her platform to advocate for diversity and equality, but what's really gonna change? We've had female country artists like Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn breaking barriers decades ago... is this just a rehash of old ideas or something new? 
It's amazing to see artists like Megan Thee Stallion being recognized for their own trailblazing work - it's time for the entire industry to catch up 
. Can't wait to see more diverse acts on Shania's tour and other future shows 
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I am literally SOOOO done with the lack of diversity in country music!!! Like, seriously, it's been going on for ages! We're still seeing the same old faces up on that stage, year after year... 
I mean, come on, we need more voices, more perspectives, more EVERYTHING!!! It's not just about the artists themselves, it's about creating a space where everyone feels welcome and valued. We're family, Shania said... but how can that be when there are so many people who don't feel like they belong?! 
. I'm also loving that she's using her platform to advocate for equal pay and recognition - let's get those numbers moving! 
And can we talk about how epic the performance with The BoykinZ was? 
. And that acappella performance with The BoykinZ was pure magic 
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, especially when she said "We're family" - that's like, the ultimate country music motto 
We need more Shania Twains in the industry! 
. Shania's "Queen of Me" tour is more than just a concert, it's a movement 
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she's like the ultimate role model for inclusivity in country music 
. and that performance with the boykinz was pure magic 
She's always been an icon, but now she's making sure that her legacy extends beyond just being a talented artist 
like come on Shania you're already giving them shade by saying we're family but not really serving that vibe 