Few artists have kept feminism at the forefront of their music more so than Shania Twain. Her country-pop crossover hits all have an empowerment element to them. From “Honey, I’m Home” to “Any Man of Mine,” find four Twain anthems every woman needs to hear, below. Revisit these hits for a quick reminder of feminine power.
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4. “Honey, I’m Home”
“Honey, I’m Home” turns gender roles on their head. Instead of Twain tending to the needs of her work-worn partner, it’s her that is in need of a cold one, a shoulder rub, and a relaxing night in. The title is a ’50s-tinged phrase that typically is extended to a wife from a husband. Twain decides to co-opt it as her own.
3. “She’s Not Just a Pretty Face”
In “She’s Not Just a Pretty Face,” Twain expounds on the limitless possibilities of womanhood. She’s not just a pretty face / She’s got everything it takes, she sings in a powerful expression of self-confidence.
2. “Man, I Feel Like A Woman”
We’d find it hard to believe there is any woman out there who hasn’t heard “Man, I Feel Like A Woman” countless times. Nevertheless, we will always bring up a reason to listen to it for the umpteenth time. If you’re looking for an extra dose of confidence, try this one on for size.
1. “Any Man of Mine”
“Any Man of Mine” sees Twain unapologetically lay out her relationship must-haves. Any man of mine / Better be proud of me / Even when I’m ugly, he still better love me / And I can be late for a date that’s fine / But he better be on time, she sings, self-assured in what she wants.
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