Introduction
“Don’t Be Stupid (You Know I Love You)” stands as one of Shania Twain’s iconic singles from her blockbuster 1997 album Come On Over. Co-written with her then-husband and producer Robert John “Mutt” Lange, the song blends playful country-pop lyricism with Twain’s confident, upbeat delivery . Released as a single in late 1997 in North America and later internationally, it quickly climbed the charts—reaching No 6 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs, and hitting No 1 in Canada and the top five across Europe .
Beyond the studio version, a stand-out chapter in the song’s history is its electrifying live collaboration with Leahy, the celebrated Canadian Celtic-folk ensemble. As featured in Shania’s televised specials and FestTour appearances, Leahy’s energetic fiddles, dance rhythms, and on-stage flair transformed the song into a vibrant Celtic‑country crossover spectacle. Their duet premiered during the Come On Over Tour, where Shania invited Leahy to join her onstage—often engaging in spirited “fiddle brawls” and high-energy stage choreography.
This live rendition was immortalized in the 2001 DVD The Specials (also known as Live in Miami), which captured Shania performing alongside Leahy and other guests such as Elton John and the Backstreet Boys . The recorded collaboration blends Shania’s country-pop charisma with Leahy’s traditional Irish‑Canadian instrumentation—making it a festival favorite and a highlight in both artists’ live repertoires.
Over time, performances of “Don’t Be Stupid” became a key moment in Shania’s stage shows, even reappearing on later tours like the 2015 Rock This Country Tour and during her 2023 Queen of Me tour—where her fall in Chicago mid-performance didn’t dampen crowd enthusiasm as she quipped “Don’t be stupid, Chicago!” and bounced right back into the song.
This introduction captures not only the song’s origins and chart success, but also the joyful, genre‑crossing live synergy between Shania Twain and Leahy—cementing “Don’t Be Stupid” as both a radio hit and a jubilant concert show‑stopper.