Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

As I delve deeper into Shania Twain’s captivating journey, I am struck by her resilience and tenacity. Born in poverty in Canada, she faced numerous hardships throughout her childhood – from scarcity of food to witnessing domestic violence. Yet, her spirit remained unbroken, transforming pain into powerful lyrics that resonate with millions worldwide.


Shania Twain has opened up about the struggles she faced as a young child growing up in Canada.

On CBS News on Wednesday, the 58-year-old artist revealed that she was compelled to take the stage and sing at an early age to help support her family financially.

One of her gigs was singing at a bar when she was only eight years old.

The country singer was on the verge of tears when she recounted working in the over-21 environment.

To begin with, Twain shared that she disliked acting as a child due to the fact that her performances took place in unsavory taverns filled with suggestive actions and intoxicated males.

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

She mentioned that she felt extremely uneasy about it, possibly because she was playing in establishments typically for adults. Furthermore, she disclosed that certain of these venues had cages on the premises.

The artist did not say so, but it was hinted there were scantily clad women in those cages. 

Shania – who was on CBS News to talk up her Vegas residency – felt it was wrong.  

During our chat, I mentioned that some people believe I could become a shining star, perhaps even following in the footsteps of Tanya Tucker herself.

Twain wanted to be a veterinarian or engineering architect but she was forced to sing for money.

She expressed that music was more than just a hobby; it was an emotional connection for her. In her perspective, it wasn’t a career but rather a personal pursuit that brought her the most joy when she was by herself.

If my parents argued, I’d retreat to the backyard, ignite a small fire, and strum on my guitar while lost in a world of make-believe, as if their dispute didn’t exist.

Twain held back the tears during the conversation.

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family
Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family
Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

Following our conversation, I shared my personal struggles after losing my parents at a young age, which left me responsible for raising my siblings.

In the year 1987, Shania was left to look after her younger siblings as both her mother Sharon Morrison and her stepfather Jerry Twain tragically passed away in a car mishap.

In an interview with The Sun, she shared, “I went through a critical phase in my life where survival was uncertain. Repeatedly, I suffered from frostbite due to lack of appropriate clothing.”

To quench my thirst and do my laundry, I would need to head down to the river, fill up some coolers with water to drink, and wash clothes manually there.

‘I chopped my own wood, piled my own wood. It was a lot of pressure,’ she added.

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

‘I barely slept.’

And, Shania has talked about the huge changes music stardom brought to her life.

I, once a drifter who slept in cars, have transformed into a traveler gracing first-class cabins. Yet, it is only now that I truly appreciate and savor the luxurious lifestyle that has become mine. The journey from rags to riches has been long and arduous, but each step has brought me closer to the person I am today – grateful for every experience, both good and bad. The memories of my past struggles serve as a constant reminder of how far I have come, and fuel my determination to continue growing and evolving. The lifestyle I now enjoy is not just about the material comforts; it’s about the freedom, opportunities, and experiences that come with it. I am forever grateful for the twists and turns my life has taken, as they have led me to this moment where I am truly living my best life.

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family
Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

In May she said she has ‘a lot of’ emotional and physical scars,’ from her childhood.

As a die-hard admirer, I can’t help but marvel at how the trailblazing artist behind “The Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” has navigated life’s twists and turns throughout nearly six remarkable decades on Earth.

Speaking to Elizabeth Day on the How To Fail podcast, the hitmaker said: ‘I have a lot of scars.

‘I have a lot of scars from cooking. I have a lot of scars from working in the bush with sharp tools. I have a lot of emotional scars…. 

After encountering a tough upbringing and undergoing an open-throat operation, I’ve come to understand that these difficult periods in my life have significantly shaped the person I am today. I carry these experiences with pride.

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

She said in the past she grew up poor in Canada as her parents earned little money.

There was often not enough food in the kitchen.

Moreover, he mentioned that there were turbulent periods in his daughter’s mother’s and stepfather’s marriage, and from an early age, she often saw them argue physically.

And when life gets tough, she channels her pain into words.

She mentioned: “I plan to jot down my emotions as they happen, since they are genuine, immediate, and quite intense. I find a sense of living by experiencing my hardships.”

Some of the notes will turn into lyrics, but she likes to change them to be more upbeat.

She explained: ‘They’re now reflections of what I’ve been through.

‘But they are on the other side. They are the healed experience with a scar.’

The artist who made “You’re Still the One” confesses that sometimes she feels at ease with herself one day, but not the next.

Shania Twain, 58, looks close to tears while revealing she hated performing in seedy bars with CAGES in them at age EIGHT to support her family

She mentioned: “I’ve always been comfortable with myself, I believe it’s something I’ve grown into over time. It’s a part of my daily existence.”

Shania also admitted she used to be too timid to show off her body in revealing outfits for years.

She insisted: ‘Now, I’m perfectly fine.

As someone who has walked a long and winding path in life, I can say that my journey into the world of performance was nothing short of extraordinary. One moment that stands out as particularly significant was when I first dared to step onto the stage for the ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman!’ video. It was the very first time I’d ever performed with legs at all, and it was a pivotal experience that marked the beginning of a new chapter in my life.

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2024-07-31 20:34

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