Tina Turner

Tina Turner
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Birth name	Anna Mae Bullock
Birth date	November 26, 1939
Birth place	Brownsville, Tennessee
Death date	May 24, 2023
Death place	Küsnacht, Switzerland
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, dancer, actress
Years active	1958–2009
Spouse	Ike Turner (1962–1976), Erwin Bach (2013–2023)

Tina Turner is a renowned American-born Swiss singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress who rose to fame in the 1960s with her then-husband Ike Turner as part of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. With her powerful and distinctive voice, she became one of the most successful and influential musicians of all time, known for her energetic live performances and iconic songs like Proud Mary and River Deep – Mountain High. She has collaborated with numerous famous artists, including Phil Spector, Elton John, and Bryan Adams. Her music has been recognized with numerous awards, including multiple Grammy Awards and inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Grammy Hall of Fame.

Early Life and Career

Tina Turner was born Anna Mae Bullock in Brownsville, Tennessee, and grew up in Nutbush, Tennessee, where she sang in the church choir and was influenced by Gospel music and Rhythm and blues. She began her music career in the 1950s, performing with Ike Turner and his band, The Kings of Rhythm, at venues like the Cotton Club in West Memphis, Arkansas. She soon became a regular performer with the group, singing songs like A Fool in Love and It's Gonna Work Out Fine, which were produced by Sue Records and became hits on the Billboard R&B chart. Her early career was also influenced by artists like Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, and Aretha Franklin, who were all major figures in the Soul music and R&B genres.

Music Career

Tina Turner's music career spanned over five decades, during which she released numerous successful albums, including Tina Turns the Country On!, Acid Queen, and Private Dancer, which featured hit singles like What's Love Got to Do with It and Better Be Good to Me. She worked with prominent producers like Phil Spector, Trevor Horn, and Mark Knopfler, and collaborated with artists like Eric Clapton, David Bowie, and Rod Stewart. Her music incorporated various styles, including Rock music, Pop music, and Soul music, and she was known for her energetic live performances, which often featured elaborate costumes and choreography, as seen in her Tina!: 50th Anniversary Tour and Wildest Dreams Tour. She has performed at numerous famous venues, including Madison Square Garden, Wembley Stadium, and the Sydney Opera House, and has been recognized with awards from the American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and Billboard Music Awards.

Personal Life

Tina Turner's personal life was marked by both challenges and triumphs, including her tumultuous marriage to Ike Turner, which ended in divorce in 1976. She later married Erwin Bach, a Swiss music executive, and became a Swiss citizen in 2013. She has been open about her experiences with Domestic violence and has supported various charitable organizations, including the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the American Red Cross. She has also been recognized for her philanthropic work, receiving awards from the United Service Organizations and the American Cancer Society. Her life has been the subject of several books, films, and documentaries, including the Autobiography I, Tina and the Biographical film What's Love Got to Do with It, which starred Angela Bassett as Turner.

Legacy and Impact

Tina Turner's legacy and impact on the music industry are immeasurable, with her influence extending to numerous artists, including Janet Jackson, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga. She has been recognized as one of the greatest singers of all time by publications like Rolling Stone and VH1, and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, as a solo artist and as a member of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. Her music has been featured in various films, television shows, and commercials, including GoldenEye, The Bodyguard, and Mad Men. She has also been the subject of numerous tributes and homages, including a Tribute album by Ike Turner and a Musical theatre production, Tina: The Musical, which premiered in London's West End and later opened on Broadway.

Discography

Tina Turner's discography includes numerous successful albums, such as Tina Turns the Country On! (1974), Acid Queen (1975), Rough (1978), Love Explosion (1979), Private Dancer (1984), Break Every Rule (1986), Tina Live in Rio '88 (1988), Foreign Affair (1989), Wildest Dreams (1996), and Twenty Four Seven (1999). Her albums have been released on various labels, including Sue Records, Blue Thumb Records, United Artists Records, EMI, and Parlophone Records. She has also released several compilation albums, including Tina Turner: The Collected Recordings and All the Best, which feature hit singles like Nutbush City Limits and Typical Male. Her music has been certified multi-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America and has sold millions of copies worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Category:American singers