Country music icon Shania Twain has taken a stand for greater diversity and equity in the genre, calling on artists and industry leaders to work towards a more inclusive scene.
In her acceptance speech at Sunday's CMT Awards, Twain spoke passionately about the need for equal play and representation in country music. The legendary singer referenced one of her biggest hits, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", which she said had become an empowering anthem for many fans around the world. She noted that the phrase has been adopted by diverse communities worldwide and serves as a symbol of power.
Twain's message was clear: country music should be a genre that celebrates all kinds of artists, regardless of their background or identity. "I believe in an all-inclusive country music," she said. "We're family." The industry standard, however, Twain argued, often fails to live up to this promise.
Twain highlighted the need for greater diversity on her upcoming "Queen of Me" tour, which features a lineup of talented artists from underrepresented backgrounds, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, and Mickey Guyton. She vowed to continue using her platform as a trailblazer to advocate for equal play and recognition for all artists, regardless of their age or racial identity.
Twain's commitment to inclusivity was also evident in her performance with the African American singing group The BoykinZ during the CMT Awards. She connected with the talented sisters after Kelly Clarkson introduced them on her daytime talk show, and it was clear that Twain is dedicated to amplifying emerging voices in country music.
As country music continues to evolve, Twain's message of inclusivity and empowerment serves as a beacon for artists and industry leaders alike. By working together towards a more equitable and diverse scene, the genre can continue to thrive and inspire fans around the world.
In her acceptance speech at Sunday's CMT Awards, Twain spoke passionately about the need for equal play and representation in country music. The legendary singer referenced one of her biggest hits, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", which she said had become an empowering anthem for many fans around the world. She noted that the phrase has been adopted by diverse communities worldwide and serves as a symbol of power.
Twain's message was clear: country music should be a genre that celebrates all kinds of artists, regardless of their background or identity. "I believe in an all-inclusive country music," she said. "We're family." The industry standard, however, Twain argued, often fails to live up to this promise.
Twain highlighted the need for greater diversity on her upcoming "Queen of Me" tour, which features a lineup of talented artists from underrepresented backgrounds, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, and Mickey Guyton. She vowed to continue using her platform as a trailblazer to advocate for equal play and recognition for all artists, regardless of their age or racial identity.
Twain's commitment to inclusivity was also evident in her performance with the African American singing group The BoykinZ during the CMT Awards. She connected with the talented sisters after Kelly Clarkson introduced them on her daytime talk show, and it was clear that Twain is dedicated to amplifying emerging voices in country music.
As country music continues to evolve, Twain's message of inclusivity and empowerment serves as a beacon for artists and industry leaders alike. By working together towards a more equitable and diverse scene, the genre can continue to thrive and inspire fans around the world.
. It's been on my mind since I saw her perform with The BoykinZ at the CMT Awards. You know what got me thinking? Remember that time when she said, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" became an anthem for fans worldwide? 
That was like 10 years ago and it still holds true today! The thing is, country music needs more of those empowering moments 
. Shania's all-inclusive vibe is exactly what we need right now. But have you seen the lineup for her "Queen of Me" tour? 
Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, and Mickey Guyton are some talented artists that deserve more spotlight 
. We gotta keep pushing for equal play and recognition in country music... it's time to break those industry standards 
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its like, we get it, ur a pop-country icon and u want 2 make sure every1 has a turn 2 shine 
its not just about getting more artists from different backgrounds, its also about giving them equal play and recognition 
. The fact that she's using her platform to showcase artists from underrepresented backgrounds on her tour is a great move 
. It's time for the industry to catch up and make room for all kinds of talent, not just the usual suspects. And I'm loving the vibe of her performance with The BoykinZ - they're so talented! 
Let's hope more artists follow Shania's lead and start making some real change in the music industry 
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