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“I Believe Her”: Shania Twain Shares Why Ella Langley’s Success “Commands Respect”
Shania Twain has praised country singer Ella Langley, saying her apparent authenticity, original sound and unapologetic attitude help explain her success. Twain said Langley seems to write from genuine experience rather than pursuing an agenda, and argued that this quality earns audience respect.
Twain also said country music is now more aware of historic gender imbalance and more willing to make space for women artists, suggesting Langley’s talent existed before her recent breakthrough. The article says Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” is certified four-times platinum and has spent 14 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, tying it for the second-longest non-holiday female-led run at the summit.
In short
- Shania Twain praised Ella Langley’s authenticity and distinctive voice.
- Twain linked Langley’s success to songwriting credibility and confidence.
- “Choosin’ Texas” reportedly spent 14 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100.
Explained simply
Ella Langley is a country music singer whose debut hit "Choosin' Texas" has become one of the most successful songs by a female artist in recent years, spending 14 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song has achieved four-times platinum certification, making it one of the longest-running female-led hits in chart history.
Country music has historically had a gender imbalance, with female artists receiving significantly less radio airplay and industry support than male counterparts. In recent years, awareness of this disparity has grown and the industry has begun making more deliberate efforts to support female performers and songwriters.
Shania Twain is one of the most successful country music artists of all time and broke ground for women in the genre during her career. Her recent perspective on Langley and the current landscape for female country artists therefore carries considerable weight within the industry.
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