As the best-selling female artist in country music history, and one of the best-selling music artists of all time, Shania Twain is going to live on forever – at least in our hearts.
Often referred to as the “Queen of Country Pop”, she conquered the world and became a global superstar in the 90s.
But few know the struggles she has faced in her life. First, she was a poor, starving kid before her breakthrough. Not to mention the fact that her life changed completely at 22 – when an unbearable tragedy forced new responsibilities upon her…
Rocky childhood
Shania Twain was born Eilleen Regina Edwards in Windsor, Ontario, on August 28, 1965. She would later change her surname when Shania’s mother, Sharon, remarried a man called Jerry Twain.
Since Shania’s biological father wasn’t present during her upbringing, she never publicly acknowledged him as her dad. Instead, Jerry took it upon himself to raise Shania, legally adopting her and her two sisters.
”My father (Jerry) went out of his way to raise three daughters that weren’t even his. For me to acknowledge another man as my father, a man who was never there for me as a father, who wasn’t the one who struggled every day to put food on our table, would have hurt him terribly,” Shania once said.
Lady Gaga’s On-Stage Surprise: A Special Guest Takes the Spotlight
Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper: A Harmonious Connection in “A Star Is Born”
A Cinematic and Musical Bond
The film A Star Is Born not only captivated audiences but also forged a deep connection between Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. This bond was on full display during Lady Gaga’s Las Vegas residency, where a special moment unfolded with the attendance of Bradley Cooper and Todd Phillips. Gaga’s surprise reveal of Cooper in the crowd set the stage for a unique and unforgettable collaboration.
Bringing On-Screen Chemistry to Life
Their live performance of “Shallow” during the show effortlessly captured the magic of the movie, bringing its scenes to life with an authenticity that resonated deeply with the audience. Their 2019 Oscars performance of the same song was met with widespread acclaim, cementing it as one of the most memorable moments of the night.
A Story of Remarkable Success
Following the release of A Star Is Born in 2018, Bradley Cooper received high praise for his vocal performance. The film’s soundtrack achieved remarkable success, selling over six million copies by mid-2019. Lady Gaga’s powerful and emotive vocals played a crucial role in this success, further solidifying her standing as a musical powerhouse.
Celebrated by Critics and Fans
The song “Shallow” garnered widespread acclaim, with Nicole Engelman of Billboard calling it a “notable duet.” Eve Barlow of Pitchfork praised it as a pinnacle in Gaga’s career, seamlessly blending her musical and theatrical talents. The song’s popularity peaked when it won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Watch the mesmerizing performance of “Shallow” by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in the video below. Their extraordinary collaboration continues to leave a lasting impression on both audiences and critics alike.
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