Come On Over

This was the first CD I consciously remember listening to, and I spun that thing until the edges were worn down. Twain masterfully fused country song structures with just enough pop sensibility to create an album that’s catchier than any pop country release since, and has aged gracefully while being way ahead of its time. Solid songwriting, great lyricism and instrumentals, Twain’s stellar vox, AND the feminist anthem of our generation as the opening track? This LP is stacked dangerously high with talent and delivers on every level.

One of the biggest selling albums of all time, and a really interesting pick. A bit odd that this wasn't in the main list, given it's success, influence and arguably it's representation of the peak of the CD era. Being in the UK, I'd never heard this 1997 North American edition before. It's so country! The 1998 International edition has a purely pop sound with the country elements almost completely stripped away. A 1999 International edition reissue goes even further down the commercial road, featuring radio and dance mixes of some tracks. You can't accuse Shania of not knowing her markets, and if world domination was the objective of the increasingly poppy packages, 40 million record sales say it was mission successful. Being used to the International mixes, it's at first a little weird to hear massive pop radio hits as wry country songs. This is most striking on 'That Don't Impress Me Much'. After a few listens to this original version it feels more authentic, appealing and makes the UK Dance mix (that was all over the radio in 1999) feel very cheesy. It's really interesting to hear the original artistic intent of something that anyone born in the 80s will be so familiar with, but in a different form. The theme of female empowerment also feels more potent and striking given the subject matter that country songs often cover. Rating: 3 Playlist track: That Don't Impress Me Much Date listened: 15/12/24

hell no, wtf

Really surprised this one was not on the original list. When this came out it was the biggest thing on the planet. She was sexy and talented and the songs were fun and exciting. The album still holds up and is a blast to listen to again after all these years. 5/5

Fantastic

This album is amazing gold. Though it definitely has a bit of a dated sound, it really is amazing that her and Mutt wrote, performed and produced the whole thing. It is just one pop country candy treat after another. She does a great job of delivering a fun approachable sass and style that elevates it from a lot of the female artist standards of the time. I wasn't thinking this was going to hold up after all this time, but was solidly impressed, across 16 tracks even. Amazing!

There is no good reason for Shania not getting some attention on the list! Not only creator of this - one of my favorite country rock albums - Shania became one of my favorite performers after I watched her Canadian Football League Grey Cup performance in 2017 where she arrived resplendent in red fur and glitter on a husky-drawn sled to flawlessly perform a few of her greatest hits in the middle of a snowstorm. Even the drums are covered in a dusting of snow. Look it up if you haven't seen it... and GO CANADA! This album is perfect country/rock that makes me want to get some boots and take a line dancing class. I've loved it since the first time I heard it in 1997 and I think I love it even more today. Taylor and a lot of other huge stars stand on the shoulders of this musical giant! Come On Over is packed with so many great songs and brought me so much joy today! THANK YOU SHANIA, and the person who added this making me aware of yet another musical high crime of omission committed by the original list's creators.

I loved revisiting this! It's been a long time.

Drunkenly going nuts to man I feel like a woman on my 21st birthday is a core memory for me so I can’t really give this any less than a 5. The rest of the songs are good too.

If you are under 35 then you will really struggle to understand the ABSOLUTE GRIP that this album had on the entire United States from like 1997-1999. Every single one of these songs was just in constant rotation on the radio. You could not go out in public without hearing it. So I may be a bit biased. I think they're all pretty much certified bangers, but it's just fully ingrained into my psyche at this point. It's as American to me (for better or worse) as, like, the national anthem.

Rating: 8/10 Best songs: Man I feel like a woman, I’m holdin’on to love, Don’t be stupid, That don’t impress me much

When people talk about the 90s and how great it was referencing peace time, low prices, and of course Shania Twain. This is just a female country album. This is the female country album. Some songs are classics and still get played all over. This album really transcends the country genre and is just like able. 8.3/10

Country, pop, rock. Había alguna que otra canción que me sonaba... Venga, un 4.

It's alright. I don't mind the more pop-oriented tunes. When it veers more country-ish I'm not a fan. 3 stars.

I'm struck by the sheer number of singles that came off this album. This album was a massive hit in its day and a really catchy, well-crafted collection of songs. Definitely an oversight leaving it off the original list. I was never particularly into Shania in her heyday, but it's hard not to respect her talent. She has a killer pop sensibility and a natural charisma as a performer that is incredibly engaging. The songs are assertive but big-hearted and highly listenable, with little in the way of filler. Fave Songs: You're Still the One; Man! I Feel Like a Woman!; Whatever You Do! Don't!; When; That Don't Impress Me Much; I Won't Leave You Lonely; You've Got a Way

Cute album with more hits than I thought

Not too bad considering. There were a few songs from this on the radio back in the day. Pretty harmless, would never listen again but hey it's a 3/5.

A very versatile, compact album that maintains the same level and contains her hits of the time, a country-pop-ballad with great energy. Possibly the best of her career.

I can't judge this fairly due to my despising country music. If you look at some of the one liners? Amazing? But then you add the country requirements of twang and whatnot and I can't. 3 stars for the one liners.

Come On Over is happy, smooth and catchy, though in the end the lack of any substance makes it a forgettable album.