Introduction
“Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” is a song by Canadian singer-songwriter Shania Twain. It was released in 1999 as the seventh single from her third studio album, “Come On Over”. The song was written by Twain and her then-husband, Mutt Lange. It became one of Twain’s biggest hits, and is often considered to be one of the most iconic songs of the 90s.
The Lyrics
The lyrics to “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” are all about female empowerment, and encourage women to let loose and have fun. The chorus, in particular, is extremely catchy and has become a staple of many karaoke nights and dance parties:
“Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy, forget I’m a lady
Men’s shirts, short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild, yeah, doin’ it in style
Oh, oh, oh, get in the action, feel the attraction
Color my hair, do what I dare
Oh, oh, oh, I wanna be free, yeah, to feel the way I feel
Man! I feel like a woman!”
The song’s verses are equally empowering, with lyrics like:
“The best thing about bein’ a woman
Is the prerogative to have a little fun, yeah
Oh, oh, oh, go totally crazy, forget I’m a lady
Men’s shirts, short skirts
Oh, oh, oh, really go wild, yeah, doin’ it in style”
The Video
The music video for “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” is just as iconic as the song itself. In the video, Twain and a group of girlfriends get ready for a night out on the town, doing each other’s hair and makeup and dancing around in their hotel room. Twain is then shown performing on stage in a glittery outfit, surrounded by backup dancers in matching outfits.
The video perfectly captures the fun and carefree spirit of the song, and has become a classic example of 90s music videos.
Conclusion
“Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” is a timeless anthem of female empowerment and fun. Its catchy chorus, empowering lyrics, and iconic music video have made it one of the most beloved songs of the 90s.
