After a few years at Deerhurst, Shania creates a demo tape showcasing her vocal abilities. She gains the attention of a manager who encourages her to move to Nashville to pursue a career in country music. She legally changes her name to Shania Twain (Ojibwe for "I'm on my way").

Shania spends time in Nashville networking with songwriters, producers, and record label executives. She works on honing her songwriting skills and developing her signature sound.

Shania releases her self-titled debut album with Mercury Nashville Records. While it didn't achieve significant commercial success initially, it introduced her to the country music scene and showcased her vocal talent. It peaked at No. 67 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.