Shania Twain's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Shania Twain.

Shania Twain, a Canadian singer-songwriter, is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 100 million records sold. Notably, she is the best-selling female artist in country music history. Dubbed the "Queen of Country Pop", Twain spearheaded the 1990s country-pop crossover, achieving widespread success and solidifying her place as a prominent figure in the music industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1995: Breakthrough with 'The Woman in Me'

In 1995, Shania Twain rose to fame with her second studio album, 'The Woman in Me', after collaborating with producer Robert John "Mutt" Lange. The album achieved widespread success, selling over 20 million copies globally and featuring hit singles like "Any Man of Mine."

1995: The Woman in Me Snubbed at Country Music Awards

In 1995, some fans theorized that Shania Twain's breakthrough album The Woman in Me was snubbed at the Country Music Awards despite its widespread success.

1997: Global Success with 'Come On Over'

In 1997, Shania Twain's third studio album, 'Come On Over', was released. It became the best-selling studio album by a female solo artist, the best-selling country album, and one of the world's best-selling albums, selling over 40 million copies worldwide. The album produced twelve singles, including "You're Still the One" and "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!"

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1998: Named "Queen of Country Music" by Maclean's

By 1998, Maclean's had named Shania Twain "the reigning queen of country music".

1998: European Breakthrough with 'Come On Over'

In 1998, 'Come On Over' was released in a remixed format for the European market, leading to a major breakthrough for Shania Twain in Europe. The album went to No. 1 on the UK album charts for 11 weeks and became the biggest selling album of the year in the UK.

1999: Most Played Adult Contemporary Artist

In 1999, Billboard magazine declared Shania Twain the most played adult contemporary artist on US radio.

2002: Release of 'Up!' Album

In 2002, Shania Twain released her fourth studio album, 'Up!', which sold over 20 million copies worldwide and was certified Diamond in the United States. The album featured hit singles like "I'm Gonna Getcha Good!", "Ka-Ching!" and "Forever and for Always".

2011: Return with 'Today Is Your Day' and Autobiography

In 2011, Shania Twain released her first single in six years, "Today Is Your Day", and published her autobiography, 'From This Moment On', chronicling her vocal rehabilitation.