Top 20 Best Shania Twain Songs

In the late 1990s and early 2000s, we could count on periodic new music from Shania Twain. Now, it’s never a given. So, we’re more than excited to celebrate one of Twain’s newest singles, “Waking Up Dreaming.” And boy, we weren’t disappointed by this one! This single plays on Twain’s signature pop-country sound and updates it for a new decade. It’s got a blast of a beat, and the music video reminds us of the glory days of Shania Twain. Sometimes, newer music from older artists isn’t the best, but Twain has proved to us she still has it.

If there’s one thing Shania Twain is known for, it’s her audacious mixing of pop beats with country instruments. And no song is a better example of just how catchy that type of tune can be than “Don’t Be Stupid (You Know I Love You).” This song kicks off with a high-energy rhythmic beat, paired with fiddles and country instruments that make you still feel like you’re down home on the farm. The music video, like all Shania Twain music videos, is an integral part of the song experience. It features a bunch of Irish step dancers splashing around in water, having a great time.

Shania Twain can produce a pop banger, but she can also deliver passionate power ballads like no other. “The Woman in Me (Needs the Man in You)” might not be Twain’s strongest ballad, but it’s one of the songs that got her started on that path. Even early in her career, Twain shows that she has the emotional capacity to handle such a swoon-worthy ballad. She treats it with just the perfect combination of seriousness and cheese, making you want to sing along at the top of your lungs.

No one delivers a catchy hook quite like Shania Twain. And no hook is quite as catchy as “Come On Over,” the titular single from her 1997 album. The song gets you going as soon as it starts, with a musical lick that’s impossible to get out of your head. “Come On Over” is a cheerful, deceptively easy-going song that prompts you to take a load off. But when it gets right down to it, that happy energy offers the listener a sense of strength. Life can’t get you down when you’re listening to this one!

Time to take a look back and connect with our roots. At the beginning of 1993, no one really knew of a little Canadian country singer named Shania Twain. But by March, she would release her first single, “What Made You Say That.” One of Twain’s more traditionally country singles, the song didn’t do too well on the charts. But, looking back at it now, it’s easy to see that Twain had star power from the beginning. And, she’s seemingly also always had the ability to strike a nerve with a music video. The relatively tame video made waves at the time, just a harbinger of things to come.

If you ever wanted to hear Shania Twain say the words, “Litty in the cup,” then this is the song for you! “Giddy Up!” is one of the singles from Twain’s 2023 album, “Queen of Me.” According to Twain, she wanted the song to bring out happiness in people, which is more than apparent in the song’s music video. In the video, people in various locations start to dance, unable to keep still when they hear the song’s infectious beat. We have to admit, we’re tapping our toes along too!

Whenever you need a little musical pick me up, you can’t go wrong with “Up!” Shania Twain has a plethora of songs that radiate positivity. But this one has to be one of her most empowering. “Up!” starts off with Twain describing the worst possible day imaginable. But you know what has to be true when you’re having a terrible day? Things can only go up from there. Twain delivers that message with vibrant energy, underscored by a pop beat you can’t get enough of. The melodies and Twain’s vocal riffs all merge together to create a positive anthem.

Break out the tissues, folks. One of Shania Twain’s most critically acclaimed songs, “You’ve Got a Way,” is also one of her most touching. “You’ve Got a Way” doesn’t have the pizazz and energy that some of Twain’s more upbeat numbers do. But what it does have is swoony emotion in spades. The song was written by Twain and her then-husband, Robert John “Mutt” Lange. The passion of the lyrics and beauty of the melody was enough to land Twain a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year. And a well-deserved nomination it was!

Picking the first single for a new album is a tricky task. Do you put out the best song? The most catchy? The most romantic? It can be hard to choose. Well, for her 1997 album “Come On Over,” we think Shania Twain did a pretty good job picking the best first single imaginable. “Love Gets Me Every Time” features a peppy beat that’s impossible not to bob your head up and down with. The prominent fiddle and Twain’s sultry voice pair wonderfully together as she bemoans the fact that she just can’t help falling in love.

Some songs are star-making. “No One Needs to Know” might not quite get up to that level, but it certainly gave Shania Twain some attention she hadn’t had before. The song was released as a single in 1996 and became Twain’s third number-one in a row. While her other songs had garnered notice, “No One Needs to Know” had a little more pep in its step than its predecessors. The song is thoroughly infused with country sounds, but still has enough of those infectious pop undertones to keep you on your toes.

One thing that Shania Twain loves to do is put out different style mixes for the same song. It’s a strategy that’s served her well internationally, and it all started with “(If You’re Not in It for Love) I’m Outta Here!” The song was only Twain’s second number one, but already she and her team were thinking ahead. They put out three different versions of the song, which led to it becoming her first big song in Australia. With this bop, and with so many others, Twain would take country music international and to the mainstream.

There’s one thing we know to be true. Shania Twain is a country-pop goddess, and she should be treated as such! If her 1998 single “Honey, I’m Home” is anything to go by, we think she’s pretty aware of this fact as well. The song starts off with huge, loud percussion and instrumentation, demanding that the audience sit down and listen. This woman has something to say. In contrast, once you make it to the chorus, the country twang comes out. The contrast between the verses and chorus make for an ultra-fun time, and one of Twain’s best songs to date.

If we’re talking about Shania Twain’s international success, look no further than “From This Moment On.” The song, a heartfelt declaration of undying love, proved that feeling is the same no matter where you are. The ballad charted all over the world. From Canada to New Zealand, from the United Kingdom to Sweden. You name the country, this song was probably a hit. And for good reason. Twain’s smoky vocals pull passion from the lyrics. The instrumentation backing her up is wistful with guitars and strings pairing together beautifully. A match made in heaven.

Once the Jonas Brothers cover you, you know you’ve made it. Shania Twain released “I’m Gonna Getcha Good!” as the first single for her 2002 album “Up!” As you can see, she really liked exclamation points back then. This catchy diddy is in keeping with the rest of this 2002 album, which lights up with pop influence even more so than Twain’s previous work. And yet, you’ve still got that twangin’ guitar playing intermittently as Twain explains to the object of her desire that he’s going to be hers for life.

Leave it to Shania Twain to give us one of the most romantic songs of all time. “Forever and for Always” was released as a single in 2003. Listening to this song feels like you’re being wrapped up in a giant comfort blanket. The beautiful strings, the extra twang added into the instrument to countrify the song, it all feels like a long lost friend coming home. The song is about a couple who have been together forever, something Twain said she found deeply romantic. You can hear that passion in her voice as she sings.

Now, make sure you follow Shania Twain’s directions. Shimmy, shake, make the earthquake, and so on! “Any Man of Mine” is the song that introduced Shania Twain as a bonafide star. The undeniable hit took the charts by storm, doing numbers on the country and pop charts. That success certified Twain as a crossover sensation. “Any Man of Mine” shows off Twain’s sultry lower range and allows her to play around with intonation and really have fun with her vocals. Plus, those callouts at the end are just a blast.

Move over, Brad Pitt! It takes more than good looks to impress this lady. Over the years, “That Don’t Impress Me Much” has become an anthem for those of us who remain disappointed by the male species. The smooth production combined with Twain’s unique voice yields excellent results. She spends each verse telling off a different man for being too self-interested. We have to agree with Twain here. When Shania Twain is singing a pop-country banger to you? You’ve got to pay more than a little attention. We don’t care if you ARE a rocket scientist.

Shania Twain sure came right out the gate running. “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?” doesn’t just make excellent use of alliteration, but also gets your dancing shoes ready to two-step. This ode to cheating is notable for being Twain’s first big hit on country radio, and one of her more country offerings. It’s hard to deny the power of this song right from the jump. It starts with just Twain and some backup singers shouting out the title before a rocking fiddle joins them. From there, the playfulness only grows, making this one a stunner.

Call her a Grammy winner! “You’re Still the One” is well-regarded as Twain’s most popular song to crossover into the pop and country genres. But the beautiful ballad isn’t just a slow romance number. Twain imbues her vocals with so much cheerfulness and playfulness, making you feel like she’s genuinely in love and ecstatic about it. “You’re Still the One” is one of the best songs to sing to your significant other, and one of the greatest first dance songs of all time. Think about it. We bet you’ve been to a wedding where this one played.

Let’s go girls! Have there ever been more iconic words spoken? Has there ever been a more iconic music video with a more iconic look? We’ll wait. “Man! I Feel Like a Woman” was released as a single in 1999 and immediately took the world by storm. The music video, which riffs on the video for “Addicted to Love,” features Twain in one of her most noteworthy outfits. Add that incomparable video to the song’s indelible hook, and you’ve got a sensation on your hands. This female empowerment anthem will never get old.