Tina Turner, known for her undeniable stage presence, sensual prowess, and vocal strength, along with her legendary career and famed legs, will forever be remembered as one of the best Rock n’ Roll artists in history.
In 1984, Tina Turner’s career took a meteoric rise. After parting ways with her abusive husband, Ike Turner in 1976, Tina slowly but surely began to etch her own mark in the music realm. Her collaboration with legends like the Rolling Stones and Chuck Berry laid the groundwork, but it was her rendition of Al Green’s “Let’s Stay Together” in November 1983 that truly catapulted her into the spotlight on a global scale.
Buoyed by the success of the Al Green single, Capitol Records greenlit Tina’s new album, “Private Dancer.” Recorded in just two weeks, the album hit shelves in May 1984, soaring to #2 in the UK and #3 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album’s lead single, “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” secured Tina her first-ever US Billboard 100 #1, followed by hits like “Better Be Good to Me” and “Private Dancer.” In November 1984, Tina released “Tonight,” a duet with David Bowie, which further solidified her status as a music icon.
Following the success of the song, Capitol Records gave the nod for Tina’s album “Private Dancer.” Released in May 1984, the album climbed to the top of the charts, securing the #2 spot in the UK and #3 in the US. “What’s Love Got To Do With It,” the album’s standout single, marked Tina’s first #1 hit on the US Billboard 100, paving the way for subsequent hits such as “Better Be Good to Me” and the album’s title track “Private Dancer.”
That November also saw Tina teaming up with David Bowie for “Tonight,” a duet that further cemented her iconic status in music. The dynamic duet was immortalized in the “Tina Live in Europe” CD/DVD, and brought the diva a Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance in 1989. That moment when Bowie joined Tina on stage remains etched in the memories of fans, a magical blend of excitement and admiration enveloping the atmosphere.
Today, both Tina Turner and David Bowie have passed on, leaving behind a legacy rich with timeless music and performances that continue to enchant fans around the globe. To conclude this article, let’s listen to another stupendous joint performance by the two artists, “Let’s Dance.”
