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Shania Twain Opens Up About New Single “Waking Up Dreaming” and Music’s Role in Her Darkest Hours
Shania Twain, the best-selling female country artist of all time, is back in the spotlight with her new single “Waking Up Dreaming”. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Twain shared personal reflections on her Las Vegas residency, her creative journey, and the healing power of music that has shaped her life.
Known for her fearless style and genre-defining hits like “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!”, Shania has always brought boldness to her music and stage presence. Her Vegas residency was no exception—combining dazzling fashion, custom designs, and high-energy performances. Saying goodbye to the show stirred mixed emotions for the icon: “I will miss it… all I can do is plan to come back.”
Amid closing this chapter, Twain continues to push forward creatively. “Waking Up Dreaming” reflects her belief in the power of imagination: “When you wake up, it’s all the dream beginning—let it happen.” The upbeat anthem is a celebration of hope, resilience, and the excitement of what lies ahead.
But beyond the glamour, Shania’s story is one of strength and survival. She opens up in her Netflix documentary Not Just a Girl about the hardships she’s faced—an abusive childhood, Lyme disease, and a painful divorce. Through it all, music was her refuge. “There’s no dinner in the house, I’m hungry… grab my guitar, go out in the bush, and write music until it’s time for bed.”
Still brimming with creativity and energy, Twain shows no signs of slowing down. She dreams of producing a Las Vegas equestrian spectacle set entirely to her music—blending her love of horses and performance in a new way. As she continues to inspire fans old and new, “Waking Up Dreaming” marks another powerful chapter in Shania Twain’s legendary career.