Juanita
Shania Twain · Up!
running through my veins
She rides without the reins--
her name's Juanita
She lives in the heart of every
woman in the world
Within the reach of every girl
who wants to meet her
(She's gonna be ridin' through)
Her name's Juanita
(She's gonna be ridiin' free) She's ridin' free
(She's gonna be inside of you, gonna be
inside of me) She's inside of you
and inside of me, yeah
[Chorus:]
Oh, go with her--flow with her
Dream with her--scream with her
Let her take over, or just get to know her
Be everything you can be
If you can find her and free her
Juanita will unchain your heart
When someone tries to take
away the freedom of your choice
To take away your voice--
that's when you need her
She's there if you dare to give
your broken wings a try
C'mon and take a leap and fly,
and you can be her
(She's gonna be ridin' through) Oh, Juanita
(She's gonna be ridin' free) Ridin' free
(She's gonna be a part of you, gonna be a
part of me) She's a part of you and a part
of me, yeah
[Repeat Chorus]
[Instrumental Solo]
Oh, go with her--flow with her
Dream with her--scream with her
Let her take over, or just get to know her
Be everything you can be
[Repeat Chorus]
Juanita
Shania Twain's 'Juanita' stands as a defining track from her 1997 album 'Up!', marking a pivotal shift in her musical direction toward country-pop fusion. The song exemplifies the energetic, upbeat sound that characterized her work during the late 1990s, blending traditional country instrumentation with polished pop production. As a key component of her discography, the recording reflects her ability to craft anthems that resonate across genres, maintaining her signature vocal style and dance-oriented rhythm. Released during a period of significant commercial success, the track contributed to her status as a global icon, showcasing her evolution from pure country to a broader pop-country identity that influenced countless artists in the genre.