Introduction
Shania Twain’s “I’m Not in the Mood (Live)” is a live rendition of the concert favorite originally known as “I’m Not in the Mood (To Say No),” performed during her late‑’90s tours and captured on film from the Come On Over Tour era. This performance is featured in her official concert video Shania Twain: Live, recorded at Reunion Arena in Dallas on September 12, 1998, and released on VHS and DVD in December 1999.
This live version showcases Twain’s dynamic stage presence and her gift for blending country roots with pop‑rock energy. The 1998 performance was part of the televised special that introduced fans around the world to her ability to connect with large arena audiences. In that context, “I’m Not in the Mood” emerges not just as a song, but as a clear statement of attitude—a strong, confident anthem delivered with a playful edge amidst more romantic or introspective numbers .
Though the studio version appears on her albums (notably on The Woman in Me, co‑written with producer/songwriter Mutt Lange), the explicitly live filmed version brings additional nuance: audience interaction, spontaneous vocal inflections, and the energy of a performer clearly in control. A 2002 live version from Sweden shows Twain continuing to include the song in her repertoire four years later, underscoring its enduring resonance with concertgoers .
This live cut highlights Twain’s bold persona—she’s playful, direct, and commanding. It bridges her polished studio output with the raw excitement of live performance, making it a standout moment for fans rediscovering her early success on the stage.