Do you recall the era when Shania Twain reigned supreme, her voice ubiquitous on the airwaves? Twain’s rendition of her timeless classic “You’re Still The One” during a 1998 performance in Paris showcases the country-pop sensation at the height of her prowess, delivering a vocal performance that leaves a lasting impression. Twain’s angelic presence and flawless vocals shine on this ballad, celebrating her life with her then-husband, music producer Robert “Mutt” Lange. The couple co-wrote every song on Twain’s third studio album, Come On Over, including this hit single.
Twain exudes charisma on stage, accompanied by her acoustic guitar and backed by a talented band of session players. This performance, one of two featured on Twain’s YouTube channel from her 1998 appearance at The Paris Concert For Amnesty International, has garnered over 60 million views, making it the most popular live performance on Twain’s channel.
Fans were captivated by Twain’s performance, leaving comments praising her authenticity and talent. One commenter remarked, “Written by her, sung by her live without Auto-Tune. True musician.” Another expressed, “This is my favourite song by Shania Twain and always makes me think that everything is possible when love is strong.” The second song from the Paris concert featured on Twain’s channel is “Black Eyes, Blue Tears”.
Twain’s 1998 performance offers a glimpse into her creative and commercial peak, coinciding with the release of her album Come On Over the year prior. This album became a cultural phenomenon, selling 40 million copies and being certified two times Diamond in the US. To this day, it remains the biggest selling album by a female solo artist in history. With chart-topping singles like “You’re Still the One”, “From This Moment On” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much”, Twain solidified her status as a music icon.
Twain’s inspiration for “You’re Still The One” stemmed from her enduring romance with Lange, despite skepticism from the media due to their age gap and differing backgrounds. In response to the doubters, Twain penned the heartfelt lyrics, with Lange contributing the iconic counter melody. The song stands as a testament to their enduring love and musical partnership.