Behind the Music

Shania Twain. In this episode of Behind the Music, originally aired in 1998, Shania Twain shares her journey to becoming the reigning queen of country music. Her career began on resort stages in the Canadian wilderness, performing 11 times a week. Following the tragic death of her parents, she raised her younger siblings, living paycheck to paycheck. But with grit and a calling from Nashville, she became one of the top-selling country artists of all time. She broke through the mainstream with hits like You're Still the One, Any Man of Mine, and Man! I Feel Like a Woman. But despite her success, she struggled to gain respect from the conservative Nashville elite, who downplayed her songwriting abilities and attempted to shame her for her sex appeal. But after years of heartbreak and sacrifice, Shania's talent and perseverance shined on and she stayed true to her roots. With new content.

Alanis Morissette. This original Behind the Music from 1999 tells the story of Alanis Morissette, who blew on to the alt-rock/post-grunge scene in 1995 with the force of a hurricane. Her confessional songwriting, belted out in an emotive scream, told stories with scathing explicit lyrics and scorching retributions of betrayal. A throng of followers took her music to heart and millions embraced Alanis's angry, unabashed message as their own. Ordained the messenger and a voice for an entire generation, Alanis's critically acclaimed album Jagged Little Pill was lifted to unprecedented heights, selling more than 33 million copies worldwide. But with fame came scrutiny, and Alanis, overwhelmed by her success and suffocated by the weighty expectations that followed, walked away. After coming to terms with her past, Alanis returned with new music and a renewed sense of purpose -- grateful for the chance to share not just her pain, but also her peace. Updated Content.