Shania Twain uses her platform to advocate for greater diversity in country music. During her acceptance speech at the CMT Awards, where she received the Equal Play Award, Twain called on the industry to be more inclusive and equitable.
When reflecting on one of her most iconic hits, "Man I Feel Like a Woman," Twain noted that she was unaware of its lasting impact when it first released. The phrase has since become an empowering anthem for numerous communities worldwide, resonating deeply with Twain herself.
"I've been blessed to see how my words have connected people from all walks of life and become a beacon of power," she said. "It's truly given me so much joy."
Twain believes that country music should be an inclusive genre, embracing its rich history while also breaking down barriers to make it more accessible to diverse voices. She argued that the industry standard often does a disservice to new generations of artists.
As part of her ongoing efforts to promote change, Twain is spotlighting talented acts on her "Queen of Me" tour this year, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, and Mickey Guyton. By doing so, she aims to create a more level playing field for all artists, regardless of their background or identity.
Twain plans to continue pushing for greater representation in country music, saying, "I will do my best as a trailblazer. Together, let's ensure that all our fellow artists get equal play, regardless of gender, age, or race."
The singer also took the opportunity to celebrate her connection with rising stars The BoykinZ, an African American singing group she met through Kelly Clarkson during an episode of her daytime talk show. Twain performed with the group on stage, highlighting her commitment to bridging gaps within the music industry.
When reflecting on one of her most iconic hits, "Man I Feel Like a Woman," Twain noted that she was unaware of its lasting impact when it first released. The phrase has since become an empowering anthem for numerous communities worldwide, resonating deeply with Twain herself.
"I've been blessed to see how my words have connected people from all walks of life and become a beacon of power," she said. "It's truly given me so much joy."
Twain believes that country music should be an inclusive genre, embracing its rich history while also breaking down barriers to make it more accessible to diverse voices. She argued that the industry standard often does a disservice to new generations of artists.
As part of her ongoing efforts to promote change, Twain is spotlighting talented acts on her "Queen of Me" tour this year, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, and Mickey Guyton. By doing so, she aims to create a more level playing field for all artists, regardless of their background or identity.
Twain plans to continue pushing for greater representation in country music, saying, "I will do my best as a trailblazer. Together, let's ensure that all our fellow artists get equal play, regardless of gender, age, or race."
The singer also took the opportunity to celebrate her connection with rising stars The BoykinZ, an African American singing group she met through Kelly Clarkson during an episode of her daytime talk show. Twain performed with the group on stage, highlighting her commitment to bridging gaps within the music industry.
. Can't the industry just sort itself out? And what's with all these new artists she's featuring on her tour? I'm not saying they're bad or anything, but aren't they just getting attention because Twain is using her clout to amplify them? It feels like a bit of a PR stunt 
. I do love that she's trying to promote more representation, though - it's about time someone in country music spoke up for the underdogs 
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Shania Twain is literally my queen! I love how she's using her platform to bring about change in country music 
. it's amazing how one song can resonate with so many people and create a sense of community 
. i'm definitely excited to see her "Queen of Me" tour and check out some of these talented new artists 
. Shania is speaking truth when she says that country music needs to be more inclusive and representative 
. let's keep spreading love and positivity through music 
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. I mean, have you seen who she's bringing out on her tour? Those ladies are killing the game 
! It's about time we saw more faces like them up there 
. But what really gets me is that Twain's not just stopping at her own platform – she's using her influence to push for real change 
. I'm all for it, tbh 
. More diversity and inclusion in country music could be exactly what it needs 
. Let's see if Twain can make some noise about this 
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! I mean, it's about time someone in country music is pushing for change. I've always loved her music and I love that she's now using her platform to make a difference 
. It's great to see a strong female artist supporting other women in the industry. And honestly, it makes me wonder why it took her this long to speak out about it 
. Still, better late than never, right? Let's keep the momentum going and get more diversity in country music! 
! I love how Shania Twain is using her platform to make a real difference in country music - it's about time we see more diversity and inclusivity in the genre! 
I've seen some amazing performances from artists like Lily Rose and Hailey Whitters, but it's awesome that she's giving them a chance on tour 
. And let's be real, seeing The BoykinZ perform with her is just pure joy