Introduction
Remember When Shania Twain Released NOW? A Triumphant Return from a Country-Pop Icon
It was September 29, 2017, when Shania Twain—after a 15-year hiatus from studio albums—made her powerful return with the release of NOW. For fans who had waited over a decade, the album wasn’t just a musical comeback; it was a deeply personal statement from an artist who had endured more than her fair share of hardship and heartbreak.
NOW came after a long silence—one filled with health battles, emotional pain, and self-reinvention. Diagnosed with dysphonia and Lyme disease, Shania had lost her voice, both literally and figuratively. The path back was grueling and uncertain. But when she emerged, she did so as a woman in full control of her narrative.
What made NOW so remarkable was that, for the first time, Shania wrote every song herself. No Mutt Lange. No co-writers. Just her. The result? A raw, honest, and unfiltered look into her soul. From the resilient anthem “Life’s About to Get Good” to the introspective “Poor Me” and the stirring “Soldier,” each track told a piece of her story—of healing, rediscovery, and choosing to move forward.
Musically, NOW was a bold blend of pop, country, and even a touch of rock—mirroring the complexity of the journey behind it. It wasn’t about chasing trends; it was about telling the truth. And for listeners who had grown up with her massive hits like “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” and “You’re Still the One,” this was a side of Shania that felt older, wiser, and deeply human.
Looking back, the release of NOW wasn’t just a moment in Shania Twain’s discography—it was a turning point in her life. A reminder that comebacks aren’t just about charts—they’re about courage. And in true Shania fashion, she came back shining.