Shania Twain Calls for Country Music Revolution: Equality and Diversity Top the Bill
Country music icon Shania Twain used her acceptance speech at the CMT Awards to emphasize the need for greater equality and diversity in the industry. The legendary singer-songwriter, who was presented with the Equal Play Award, highlighted the importance of creating a more inclusive environment where artists from diverse backgrounds can thrive.
Twain referenced one of her biggest hits, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", saying she had no idea it would become an anthem for decades to come. However, she noted that its impact extends beyond her own career, with the phrase becoming a rallying cry for numerous communities worldwide, inspiring a sense of empowerment and power.
Twain's message is clear: country music needs to move away from its current standard, which does a disservice to artists who don't fit the traditional mold. Instead, she advocates for an all-inclusive industry that celebrates diversity in all its forms. "We're family," Twain said, emphasizing the need for unity and acceptance.
The singer-songwriter showcased her commitment to this cause by highlighting several diverse acts on her upcoming "Queen of Me" tour, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Mickey Guyton, and more. By spotlighting these talented artists, Twain aims to bring attention to the importance of equal play and representation in country music.
Twain's message resonates with fans worldwide, particularly women of color who have been underrepresented in country music for far too long. The singer-songwriter has vowed to be a trailblazer, ensuring that her fellow artists receive fair treatment regardless of their background or identity. As she continues to push the boundaries of country music, Twain is on a mission to create a more inclusive and equitable industry, where everyone can shine.
Country music icon Shania Twain used her acceptance speech at the CMT Awards to emphasize the need for greater equality and diversity in the industry. The legendary singer-songwriter, who was presented with the Equal Play Award, highlighted the importance of creating a more inclusive environment where artists from diverse backgrounds can thrive.
Twain referenced one of her biggest hits, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!", saying she had no idea it would become an anthem for decades to come. However, she noted that its impact extends beyond her own career, with the phrase becoming a rallying cry for numerous communities worldwide, inspiring a sense of empowerment and power.
Twain's message is clear: country music needs to move away from its current standard, which does a disservice to artists who don't fit the traditional mold. Instead, she advocates for an all-inclusive industry that celebrates diversity in all its forms. "We're family," Twain said, emphasizing the need for unity and acceptance.
The singer-songwriter showcased her commitment to this cause by highlighting several diverse acts on her upcoming "Queen of Me" tour, including Lily Rose, Lindsay Ell, Hailey Whitters, Mickey Guyton, and more. By spotlighting these talented artists, Twain aims to bring attention to the importance of equal play and representation in country music.
Twain's message resonates with fans worldwide, particularly women of color who have been underrepresented in country music for far too long. The singer-songwriter has vowed to be a trailblazer, ensuring that her fellow artists receive fair treatment regardless of their background or identity. As she continues to push the boundaries of country music, Twain is on a mission to create a more inclusive and equitable industry, where everyone can shine.
she's literally calling for a revolution in country music and i am SO here for it!!! 1st of all i love how she's speaking out about equality and diversity - it's about time we saw more artists from diverse backgrounds getting recognition! and i'm loving the fact that she's highlighting these talented acts on her tour, like lily rose and mickey guyton 
can't wait to see them live!! shania twain is literally my queen 
and i'm so proud of her for using her platform to make a change 
. I've been thinking about how I can use my layout skills to help spread the word about this movement - maybe create a design concept for a music festival that showcases diverse artists? 
! It's about time we shake off those traditional country music norms and welcome artists from all walks of life to the stage 
. I love how Shania is using her platform to uplift diverse voices and bring attention to the importance of equality and representation 
. Those artists she's featuring on her tour are so talented and deserving of a spot in the spotlight 
! Let's make some noise for Shania's "Queen of Me" tour and create a more inclusive industry where everyone can thrive 
They're literally changing my life! I mean, I know Shania Twain's got some great words to say about country music being more inclusive, but seriously, who needs that much diversity in their meat when there are so many amazing plant-based options out there? 
Just kidding, sort of. But for real, let's talk about how awesome it is that these burger joints are starting to get on board with the whole vegan thing...
anyway i think shania is kinda a hero for speaking out like she's not just talking down to us as an artist but also to herself who knows what it was like for her to grow up and wanna make music with people who dont look like her
this Shania Twain thing is way deeper than just some old lady talkin' about diversity 
I mean think about it, country music's always been a bit... sanitized, you know? like they're tryin' to make everything all rainbows and unicorns. But Twain's talkin' about breakin' down those walls and gettin' real, raw emotions out there. could she be the one who's gonna shake things up in country music and expose all the dirty secrets? 
Country music needs a major revamp, you know? It's time to break free from that traditional mold and let in some fresh faces and perspectives 
it's no wonder it's become an anthem for so many communities worldwide 
And can we talk about how iconic it's going to be to see more women of color on tour with Shania? 
SHANIA TWAIN IS TOTALLY ON POINT WITH THIS EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY THING, AND I'M SO DOWN FOR IT!! 
. It's not just about fairness, but also about tapping into the creativity and talents that exist outside the mainstream 
. I'm excited to see what the future holds for country music, and I hope we'll see more artists speaking out about these issues 
She's calling out country music for being super exclusive & it's kinda about time tbh. I mean who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned country party but the industry has been super stale for years... forgettin all about them artists from different backgrounds... 
Let's hope this movement keeps momentum & we get to see more diversity in country music soon... fingers crossed 
. Can't wait to see her tour and hear more music from those talented acts she's featuring! 
It's time for some fresh faces on the stage and in the studio.
Like, I'm glad Shania Twain is finally speaking up about this stuff, but it's kinda late for her, you know? She's been in the game for decades and has made bank off of country music without actually representing anyone outside of that white, straight line. I mean, don't get me wrong, she's a talented artist and all, but come on, "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" is more than just an anthem for her own privileged existence... it's also been co-opted by people who aren't even from the same world as her. 
. I mean, think about it - we're talking about a genre that's supposed to be all about storytelling, but often forgets about the stories of people who don't fit into the traditional mold 
. It's about time we had some fresh faces in country music 
, but one thing's for sure - Shania Twain is leading the charge, and I'm all about it 
. Shania's "Queen of Me" tour is gonna be EVERYTHING